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Duration 14 hours
Course Outline
Introduction to Combined Cycle Simulation
- Overview of combined cycle power generation principles.
- The role and capabilities of operational simulators.
- Key decision points and responsibilities of control room operators.
Simulator Interface and Plant Overview
- Navigating the simulator interface and monitoring system displays.
- Understanding gas turbine, steam turbine, HRSG, and BOP systems.
- Leveraging alarms, trends, and interlocks for real-time diagnostics.
Normal Operation and Key Maneuvers
- Simulator warm-up: Managing steady-state operational conditions.
- Executing startup procedures and load increase sequences.
- Implementing shutdown and load reduction strategies.
Incident Scenarios and Fault Injection
- Simulating equipment failures and system malfunctions.
- Workflows for prioritizing alarms and containing issues.
- Performing corrective actions and following escalation procedures.
Emergency Protocols and Recovery
- Handling simulator-driven emergencies, including trip events and protective system activations.
- Carrying out predefined emergency shutdown procedures (ESD).
- Managing recovery, resets, and the restoration of safe conditions.
Operational Efficiency and Safety Review
- Strategies for minimizing downtime and preventing cascading effects.
- Maintaining effective communication with field operators and maintenance teams.
- Reviewing key performance metrics and safe operating limits.
Final Simulator Assessment and Feedback
- A live fault-response exercise with instructor-led evaluation.
- Debriefing sessions and recommendations for performance improvement.
- Discussion on site-specific simulator configurations and follow-up actions.
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- A solid grasp of thermodynamic cycles and plant instrumentation.
- Practical experience in operating or supporting power generation control rooms.
- Knowledge of combined cycle plant components and standard workflows.
Target Audience
- Control room operators in combined cycle power plants.
- Shift supervisors and system technicians.
- Staff responsible for maintaining operational reliability and managing incident response.
