MFGT 2320 - Facilities Operations II

4.5 Credits

This course introduces students to skills generally required for entry-level employment in a steam power plant. Topics include boiler theory, boiler design, boiler components and types, combustion systems, boiler accessories, boiler operation and maintenance, steam turbines, condensers and cooling towers, auxiliary steam plant equipment, and environmental control systems.

Lecture Hours: 4.5
Lab Hours: 0.0
Internship Hours: 0.0
Clinical or Practicum Hours: 0.0

Course Objectives

Demonstrate an understanding of boiler design, boiler components and boiler fittings used in large power facilities.
Demonstrate an understanding of the various types of combustion systems, equipment and processes found in large power facilities.
Describe the function and operation of boiler accessories found in large power facilities.
Explain the operation and maintenance of turbines, condensers, heat exchangers and cooling towers found in power facilities.
Describe the function and operation of the steam systems and auxiliaries found in the power industry.
Describe various environmental control systems found in power industries.

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