551-09 - Cooling Towers: Components
Learning objectives
- Identify and describe the following structural components of a cooling tower: cold water basin, framework, fan deck, fan cylinders, water distribution system, fill, drift eliminators, casing, and louvers
- Identify and describe the following mechanical components of a cooling tower: fans, speed reducers, drive shafts, and valves
- Identify and describe the major electrical components of a cooling tower
Course overview
Cooling towers are designed to cool hot circulating water streams. Cooling tower components are crucial to this process. The Cooling Towers: Components training course describes the major structural, mechanical, and electrical components of most cooling towers. This online course is part of the Circulating Water systems 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.
