An intensive professional development training course on
Gas Turbine Operation
Optimise Performance, Maximise Efficiency & Master the Science of Gas Turbine Operations
Why Choose Gas Turbine Operation Training Course?
Gas turbines are critical assets in the oil and gas, power, and process industries, where they serve as powerful and efficient sources of mechanical and electrical energy. Operating under extreme conditions of pressure and temperature, gas turbines require precise handling, advanced knowledge, and strategic maintenance to function reliably and efficiently. This Gas Turbine Training Course is structured to provide in-depth knowledge of turbine systems—from design and performance analysis to troubleshooting and maintenance strategies.
Participants in this Gas Turbine Course will gain a clear understanding of the key components, aerodynamics, and thermodynamic behavior of gas turbines. The course is tailored to professionals involved in daily operations, technical services, retrofitting projects, and energy optimization initiatives. With an emphasis on both theoretical foundations and real-world applications, the course offers a practical platform to explore the latest technologies, performance enhancement techniques, and failure prevention methods.
Whether you're responsible for operating turbines or ensuring their longevity and efficiency, this course equips you with the tools and insight to boost productivity, reduce downtime, and drive operational excellence across industrial gas turbine applications.
What are the Goals?
By the end of this Gas Turbine Course, participants will be able to:
- Analyze the operating principles and control strategies of gas turbine systems
- Evaluate best practices for enhancing gas turbine performance and reliability
- Identify and apply efficiency improvement techniques across industrial applications
- Assess common issues such as fouling, corrosion, and wear, and understand their impact on turbine operation
- Implement effective troubleshooting and maintenance practices to extend turbine lifecycle and reduce unplanned outages
Who is this Training Course for?
This Gas Turbine Training Course is suitable for:
professionals at all levels involved in turbine operation, maintenance, and procurement within energy-intensive industries. It will be especially valuable to:
- Engineers and technicians in oil and gas, petrochemical, and power generation sectors
- Operation and service engineers working with turbine systems
- Plant and maintenance engineers responsible for turbine oversight and improvement
- Technical managers and project leads involved in energy efficiency and system upgrades
- Consultants and sales personnel engaged in gas turbine equipment solutions or services
How will this Training Course be Presented?
This Gas Turbine Operation Training Course employs proven adult learning techniques to ensure participants gain both theoretical knowledge and practical skills. Delivery methods include:
- Workshop Principles: Interactive lectures and worked examples for deeper understanding.
- Case Studies: Real-life scenarios illustrating performance control and troubleshooting.
- Collaborative Exercises: Teamwork sessions to foster active participation and solution development.
- Problem-Solving Sessions: Opportunities to address real-world challenges in turbine operation and maintenance.
- Open Discussions: Sharing professional experiences to enhance learning outcomes.
Participants will leave this course equipped with the knowledge and tools to optimize gas turbine performance, ensure operational efficiency, and troubleshoot effectively in their respective industries.
The Course Content
- Overview of Gas Turbine Technology
- Application of Gas Turbines in Oil & Gas, Chemical and Process Industry
- Basics of Operation and Thermodynamics of Gas Turbine Cycles
- Components of Gas Turbine Package: Compressor – Combustor – Turbine
- Compressor Matching with gas Turbine: Shafts Arrangements
- Compressor Design Characteristics and Problems in Operation and Control
- Compressor Speed Control: Flow Rate Regulation
- Combustor Design Types and Technical Features
- Fuel Types and Atomization Methods
- Effects of Pressure, Temperature and Turbulence
- Efficiency of Combustion Process
- Environmental Limits and Pollution Control
- Operating Problems of Combustor
- Maintenance Issues of Fuel Nozzles and Combustor Liner
- Elements of Gas Turbine along Hot Gas Path
- Blade and Nozzle Design: Velocity and Pressure Interaction
- Material Selection: Importance of Thermal and Mechanical Stresses
- Blade and Nozzle Material Degradation: Erosion and Corrosion Prevention
- Inspection Procedures: NDT Techniques (Ultrasound)
- Evaluation Methods for Fitness for Service Analysis
- Repair Options and their Feasibility
- Fuel System
- Inlet Air System and Filtering Procedure
- Ignition System and Flame Control
- Flue Gas Exhaust System
- Lubrication System
- Governor System
- Control and Safety System
- Monitoring of Gas Turbine Performance
- Problem Detection and Diagnostics: Root Cause Analysis
- Vibration Problems and Troubleshooting Methods
- Gas Turbine Maintenance Organization: Procedures, Scheduling, Reports
- Turbo-machinery Overhaul and Repair Options
- Summary and Wrap-up
Certificate and Accreditation
- AZTech Certificate of Completion for delegates who attend and complete the course
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