511-04 - Introduction to the Siemens V-Series Gas Turbine
Learning objectives
- Explain the overall function of a gas turbine
- Describe the basic design of an axial flow compressor
- Identify the primary purpose of a combustion chamber
- Identify the purpose of a turbine
Course overview
Siemens Westinghouse has developed a large fleet of gas turbines used in many different applications across the globe. Understanding the components and design of the Siemens Westinghouse V-series gas turbine is necessary to distinguish it from others within the Siemens fleet.
The Introduction to the Siemens V-series training course describes the basic components of the V-series gas turbine. It also identifies the basic compressed air and hot gas flow paths through the V94 3 gas turbine. This online course includes V-series gas turbine background, basic design characteristics, and advantages of a combined cycle. Introduction to the Siemens V-series is part of the Combustion Turbine Fundamentals 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.
