Target Group 

Switchboard Operators/ Machine Operators

Objectives

• To help participants develop a greater understanding of Power Station operations
• To give participants a better understanding of the basic theory and principles of operations of Electrical Power Systems and Diesel Power Plants

Presenter

Mr. Tagor Ramlal, BEng, MSc, CEng, MIET, SMIEEE has been involved in the field of training and development in the area of electrical engineering for the past 29 years. His involvement includes development/facilitation of short/customized training courses and programs in various specialized disciplines for industry personnel.

Mr. Ramlal has assessed and supervised student’s project of both diploma and BEng/MEng programmes. He has also been involved in the provision of electrical consultancy services such as design of Electrical and PLC systems.

Course Outline

Overview: Energy Conversion and Conservation

Basic Electrical Technology

• Electricity and Electrical circuits
• Magnetism
• Alternating Current
• Inductance
• Capacitance

Introduction to Transformers

Introduction to Generators and Motors

Compression Ignition (Diesel) Engine: Operations and Performance

• Introduction/Classification
• Terminology and abbreviations
• Engine components
• Basic Engine Cycles (4 stroke & 2 stroke)
• Heat Rate/Thermal Efficiency and performance evaluation of Internal combustion engines
• Fuel heating valves and thermal efficiency
• Emissions and air pollution
• Operating characteristics
• Supercharging and turbocharging
• Properties of fuels and fuel systems
• Cooling and lubricating systems
• Speed Governor Fundamentals, parallel operation of Alternators
• Plant Operating Problems

Evaluation test based on course material