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Duration 14 hours
Course Outline
Introduction to Combined Cycle Simulation
- Overview of combined cycle power generation principles
- Role and capabilities of operational simulators
- Responsibilities of control room operators and critical decision points
Simulator Interface and Plant Architecture
- 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
Standard Operations and Critical Maneuvers
- Simulator initialization: managing steady-state 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 alarm prioritization and containment
- Corrective actions and escalation protocols
Emergency Protocols and Recovery Procedures
- Simulator-driven emergencies: trip events and protective system activations
- Execution of predefined emergency shutdown procedures (ESD)
- Recovery, reset, and restoration to safe operating conditions
Operational Efficiency and Safety Review
- Strategies for minimizing downtime and preventing cascading failures
- Maintaining effective communication with field operators and maintenance teams
- Reviewing key performance metrics and safe operating limits
Final Simulator Assessment and Feedback
- Live fault-response exercise with instructor-led evaluation
- Debriefing and recommendations for performance improvement
- Discussion on site-specific simulator configuration and follow-up actions
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- Proficiency in thermodynamic cycles and plant instrumentation
- Practical experience operating or supporting power generation control rooms
- Working knowledge of combined cycle plant components and operational workflows
Target Audience
- Control room operators at combined cycle plants
- Shift supervisors and system technicians
- Professionals responsible for operational reliability and incident response
