531-01 - Combustion Theory
Learning objectives
- Describe the basic chemical composition of fossil fuels
- Define the following terms as they pertain to combustion: Chemical energy, Hydrocarbons
- Explain how the fire triangle elements together with a sustained chemical reaction release energy from fossil fuels
- Describe the difference between flash point and fire point
- Explain why power plants aim for a goal of complete combustion
- Discuss how excess air and oxygen testing relate to each other when burning fossil fuels for power generation
- State the Three Ts of Combustion
Course overview
Energy is stored in fuel. That energy is released when the fuel is burned. Knowing basic combustion theory is necessary to understand how fuel is safely and efficiently used to generate electricity. The Combustion Theory training course explains the different types of fossil fuels used in an industrial setting and describes their characteristics. It also covers the elements and conditions that must be present for fuel combustion to happen. This course examines fossil fuels, fossil fuel characteristics, basic combustion process, combustion types, and the three T's of combustion. Combustion Theory is part of the Hydrocarbon Fired Boilers training series.
The individuals involved in the development and promotion of this course do not receive any compensation or financial benefits outside of their regular employment for their work on this course.
