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Duration 14 hours
Course Outline
Foundations of Combined Cycle Simulation
- Overview of combined cycle power generation principles
- Objectives and functional capabilities of operational simulators
- Defining control room operator responsibilities and critical decision nodes
Interface Navigation and Plant Architecture
- Mastering the simulator interface and system display layouts
- Comprehending gas turbine, steam turbine, HRSG, and BOP system interactions
- Leveraging alarms, trends, and interlocks for real-time diagnostic analysis
Standard Operations and Maneuver Execution
- Simulator initialization: establishing steady-state operational conditions
- Executing startup protocols and load increase sequences
- Implementing shutdown procedures and load reduction strategies
Incident Management and Fault Simulation
- Simulating equipment failures and system-level malfunctions
- Executing workflows for alarm prioritization and incident containment
- Performing corrective actions and following escalation protocols
Emergency Response and System Recovery
- Handling simulator-driven emergencies, including trip events and protective system activations
- Executing predefined Emergency Shutdown (ESD) procedures
- Restoring the system to safe conditions through recovery and reset operations
Efficiency Optimization and Safety Assurance
- Strategies for minimizing downtime and preventing cascading failures
- Maintaining effective communication with field operators and maintenance personnel
- Evaluating key performance metrics and adhering to safe operating limits
Final Evaluation and Performance Feedback
- Conducting live fault-response exercises with instructor-led assessment
- Providing debriefing and targeted recommendations for performance enhancement
- Discussing site-specific simulator configurations and future training needs
Conclusion and Pathway Forward
Requirements
- Solid grasp of thermodynamic cycles and plant instrumentation systems
- Practical experience in operating or supporting power generation control rooms
- Proficiency with combined cycle plant components and standard workflows
Intended Audience
- Control room operators in combined cycle power plants
- Shift supervisors and system technicians
- Staff accountable for operational reliability and incident management
