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Duration 14 hours
Course Outline
Introduction to Combined Cycle Simulation for Government Applications
- Overview of combined cycle power generation infrastructure
- Objectives and functional capabilities of operational simulation systems
- Responsibilities of control room personnel and critical decision-making frameworks
Simulator Interface and Facility Configuration
- Navigating the simulator control interface and system visualization displays
- Technical understanding of gas turbines, steam turbines, HRSG, and BOP systems
- Leveraging alarms, trend analysis, and interlocks for real-time system diagnostics
Standard Operations and Key Procedural Maneuvers
- Simulator initialization: maintaining steady-state operational parameters
- Standard startup protocols and sequential load increase procedures
- Controlled shutdown protocols and systematic load reduction strategies
Incident Scenarios and Simulated Fault Injection
- Simulation of equipment failures and system malfunctions
- Operational workflows for alarm prioritization and incident containment
- Implementation of corrective actions and escalation protocols
Emergency Protocols and System Recovery
- Simulator-driven critical events: trip conditions and protective system activation
- Execution of predefined emergency shutdown procedures (ESD)
- System recovery, reset, and restoration to safe operating conditions
Operational Efficiency and Safety Compliance Review
- Strategies for minimizing downtime and preventing cascading system effects
- Maintaining effective communication with field operators and maintenance teams
- Assessment of key performance metrics and adherence to safe operating limits
Final Simulator Assessment and Performance Feedback
- Live fault-response exercise with instructor-led evaluation
- Debriefing process and recommendations for performance enhancement
- Discussion on site-specific simulator configuration and follow-up actions
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- Fundamental understanding of thermodynamic cycles and plant instrumentation systems
- Practical experience in operating or supporting power generation control rooms
- Familiarity with combined cycle plant components and standard operational workflows
Target Audience
- Combined cycle plant control room operators
- Shift supervisors and system technicians
- Personnel responsible for operational reliability and incident response for government facilities
