Course Overview
This course provides essential knowledge and practical skills for the routine and preventive maintenance of gas turbines and gas compressors used in power generation, oil & gas, and industrial applications. It covers maintenance planning, inspection techniques, troubleshooting, and safety practices to ensure reliable and efficient operation of these critical rotating equipment.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the design and operational principles of gas turbines and gas compressors.
- Perform routine inspection and maintenance tasks to maximize equipment reliability.
- Identify common faults and troubleshoot operational issues.
- Apply best practices for lubrication, cooling, and control system maintenance.
- Follow safety protocols and regulatory requirements during maintenance activities.
- Plan and schedule maintenance to minimize downtime and extend equipment life.
Who Should Attend
This course is ideal for:
- Mechanical and maintenance engineers
- Plant operators and technicians
- Reliability and condition monitoring personnel
- Maintenance supervisors and planners
- HSE professionals involved in rotating equipment maintenance
Course Outline
Introduction to Gas Turbines and Gas Compressors
- Overview of gas turbine and compressor types and applications
- Basic operating principles and performance characteristics
Components and Systems Overview
- Gas turbine components: compressors, combustors, turbines, bearings, seals
- Gas compressor types: centrifugal, axial, reciprocating
- Auxiliary systems: lubrication, cooling, fuel, and control systems
Routine Inspection and Maintenance Activities
- Visual inspections and condition monitoring
- Lubrication system checks and oil analysis
- Filter replacement and cleaning procedures
- Inspection of bearings, seals, and coupling alignments
Troubleshooting Common Issues
- Detecting abnormal vibration, temperature, and pressure readings
- Identifying and resolving fuel system problems
- Compressor surge and stall issues
- Gas turbine flame stability and combustion problems
Preventive Maintenance Planning
- Developing maintenance schedules and checklists
- Use of predictive maintenance tools and condition monitoring
- Documentation and record keeping
Safety and Compliance
- Safety precautions during maintenance work
- Lockout/tagout procedures and hazard identification
- Environmental and regulatory compliance
Overhaul and Major Maintenance Considerations
- Criteria for scheduling overhauls
- Inspection and repair of critical components
- Coordination of outage activities
Case Studies and Best Practices
- Real-world maintenance challenges and solutions
- Lessons learned from operational failures and successful interventions