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Duration 14 hours
Course Outline
Introduction to Combined Cycle Simulation
- Fundamentals of combined cycle power generation
- The role and features of operational simulators
- Responsibilities of control room operators and critical decision moments
Simulator Interface and Plant Overview
- Exploring the simulator’s interface and system displays
- Grasping the functions of gas turbines, steam turbines, HRSG, and BOP systems
- Leveraging alarms, trends, and interlocks for instant diagnostics
Standard Operations and Essential Maneuvers
- Simulator familiarization: managing steady-state operations
- Startup protocols and sequences for increasing load
- Strategies for shutdown and load reduction
Incident Scenarios and Fault Simulation
- Mimicking equipment breakdowns and system errors
- Workflows for prioritizing alarms and containing issues
- Corrective measures and escalation protocols
Emergency Procedures and System Recovery
- Simulator-triggered crises: trip events and protective mechanisms
- Carrying out standard emergency shutdown procedures (ESD)
- Restoring the system, resetting, and returning to safe conditions
Reviewing Operational Efficiency and Safety
- Reducing downtime and preventing cascading failures
- Maintaining clear communication with field operators and maintenance crews
- Assessing key performance indicators and safe operating boundaries
Final Simulator Evaluation and Review
- Live fault response exercise assessed by the instructor
- Debriefing session and suggestions for performance enhancement
- Discussion on site-specific simulator setup and future steps
Summary and Future Actions
Requirements
- Knowledge of thermodynamic processes and plant instrumentation systems
- Practical experience in operating or supporting power generation control rooms
- Understanding of combined cycle plant components and standard workflows
Target Participants
- Control room operators for combined cycle plants
- Shift leads and system technicians
- Staff tasked with ensuring operational reliability and handling incident response
