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Introduction to Combined Cycle Simulation

  • Overview of combined cycle power generation.
  • Purpose and capabilities of operational simulators.
  • Roles of control room operators and key decision points.

Simulator Interface and Plant Overview

  • Navigating the simulator interface and system displays.
  • Understanding gas turbine, steam turbine, HRSG, and BOP systems.
  • Utilizing alarms, trends, and interlocks for real-time diagnostics.

Normal Operation and Key Maneuvers

  • Simulator warm-up: operating under steady-state conditions.
  • Startup procedures and load increase sequences.
  • Shutdown and load reduction strategies.

Incident Scenarios and Fault Injection

  • Simulated equipment failures and system malfunctions.
  • Response workflows for alarm prioritization and containment.
  • Corrective actions and escalation procedures.

Emergency Protocols and Recovery

  • Simulator-driven emergencies: trip events and protective systems.
  • Executing predefined emergency shutdown procedures (ESD).
  • Recovery, reset, and restoration to safe conditions.

Operational Efficiency and Safety Review

  • Minimizing downtime and avoiding cascading effects.
  • Maintaining communication with field operators and maintenance teams.
  • Review of key performance metrics and safe operating limits.

Final Simulator Assessment and Feedback

  • Live fault-response exercise with instructor evaluation.
  • Debriefing and performance improvement recommendations.
  • Discussion on site-specific simulator configuration and follow-up.

Summary and Next Steps

Requirements

  • Knowledge of thermodynamic cycles and plant instrumentation.
  • Experience in operating or supporting power generation control rooms.
  • Familiarity with combined cycle plant components and workflows.

Audience

  • Control room operators for combined cycle plants.
  • Shift supervisors and system technicians.
  • Personnel responsible for operational reliability and incident response.
 14 Hours

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