561-02 - Power Plant Start-up Procedures
Learning objectives
- Describe the basic steps associated with the following tasks: filling the condensate/feedwater system, firing a steam boiler, rolling a steam boiler, synchronizing a generator to the electric grid, and increasing load
- Explain the purpose of turbine preheating
Course overview
Power plant startups require interaction between plant operators who have a complete understanding of plant systems. Knowing the relationship between plant systems is necessary to perform a power plant startup safely and efficiently.
The Power Plant Startup Procedures training course describes the basic concepts and typical tasks associated with putting a fossil fuel plant online. These include:
- Firing the boiler
- Rolling the turbine
- Synchronizing the generator
- Picking up load
This online course is part of the Unit Startup and Shutdown 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.
