Utility Operations: Power Plant Control & Maintenance

Utility Operations: Power Plant Control & Maintenance

Location

Duration

Online /In-Class

5 Days

Contact with our Team

Sector:

Power & Electricity – Generation

Technical Focus Area:

Power Generation & Turbine Technologies (GEN)

About the Course

This course provides participants with a complete understanding of the operation, maintenance, and control of power plants. It blends electrical and mechanical engineering fundamentals with practical applications in gas, thermal, and diesel power stations. Participants will learn to interpret plant diagrams, master preventive and corrective maintenance strategies, and use modern instrumentation and control devices to optimize performance. The course builds a pathway for professional certification, equipping attendees with knowledge of power plant systems, components, safety, and troubleshooting required for operator qualifications and career advancement.

Learning Milestones

By the end of the program, participants will be able to:

- Comprehend the operation and maintenance of gas, thermal, and diesel power plants
- Analyze and interpret process and control diagrams in a plant environment
- Implement preventive and corrective maintenance strategies effectively
- Troubleshoot power plant disturbances and operational challenges
- Optimize plant efficiency using control techniques and monitoring tools
- Understand selection criteria and performance features of different plant types
- Apply instrumentation and process control principles to plant operations
- Strengthen readiness for power plant operator certification programs

Professional Audience

- Power Station Operators, Technicians, and Engineers
- Power Plant Managers and Supervisors
- Electrical and Mechanical Engineers in energy and utilities
- Project Engineers and Project Managers in power plant projects
- Maintenance and Operations Teams in thermal, gas, and diesel plants
- Recent Graduates, Site Engineers, and Technical Staff seeking certification in power plant operations

Modular Syllabus

Fundamentals of Mechanical & Electrical Systems

- Exploration of sensors, actuators, and their functions

- Pumps, compressors, turbines, fans, and blowers: operations and controls

- Pneumatics and hydraulics essentials in plant systems

- Control valves, cylinders, and electrical actuation devices

- Heat transfer theory and its role in power plants

- Fundamentals of electric generators and motors

- Electrical drives and control devices overview

- Integration of mechanical and electrical systems in plant performance

Gas Power Station Operations & Maintenance

- Fundamentals of gas turbine power stations

- Thermodynamics in gas power plant operations

- Breakdown of gas turbine components and their roles

- Construction of lubrication and fuel systems in gas turbines

- Auxiliary systems and their importance in operations

- Control and protection systems for gas turbines

- Instrumentation in gas power station monitoring

- Best practices for installation, operation, and maintenance

Thermal Power Station Fundamentals

- Overview of thermal power stations and their layouts

- Fuel combustion processes in thermal plants

- Steam generation and boiler fundamentals

- Boiler auxiliary systems and operational controls

- Heat recovery systems for improved efficiency

- Boiler emission control techniques and compliance

- Maintenance and troubleshooting of thermal systems

- Practical case studies on thermal plant optimization

Diesel Generator (DG) Power Station Operations

- Types and classifications of diesel engines in DG plants

- Characteristics of DG sets: protection, insulation, and earthing

- DG assemblies and component essentials

- Engine technology overview and performance analysis

- Layout optimization of DG power plants

- Safety protocols in DG operations

- Maintenance strategies for long-term reliability

- Troubleshooting common DG set issues

Process Instrumentation & Control Systems

- Fundamentals of process instrumentation in power plants

- Measurement and control of pressure, level, flow, and temperature

- Role of electronic controllers in plant operations

- Interpreting Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs)

- Understanding Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)

- Transfer function analysis for control systems

- Managing open and closed-loop control systems

- Introduction to analog and digital controllers for plant operations

Course Dates & Prices

Location	Date	Price	Enroll to the Course
Online	06/07/2026	1499 $	Enroll
Istanbul (Turkey)	06/07/2026	3699 $	Enroll
London (UK)	06/07/2026	4099 $	Enroll
Online	13/07/2026	1499 $	Enroll
Dubai (UAE)	13/07/2026	3799 $	Enroll
Dubai (UAE)	13/07/2026	3799 $	Enroll
Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia)	20/07/2026	4199 $	Enroll
Online	20/07/2026	1499 $	Enroll
Doha (Qatar)	20/07/2026	3799 $	Enroll
Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia)	27/07/2026	4099 $	Enroll
Dubai (UAE)	27/07/2026	3799 $	Enroll
Istanbul (Turkey)	27/07/2026	3699 $	Enroll
Online	27/07/2026	1499 $	Enroll
Online	03/08/2026	1499 $	Enroll
Cairo (Egypt)	03/08/2026	3699 $	Enroll
Dubai (UAE)	03/08/2026	3799$	Enroll
Dubai (UAE)	10/08/2026	3799 $	Enroll
Istanbul (Turkey)	10/08/2026	3699 $	Enroll
Online	10/08/2026	1499 $	Enroll
Online	17/08/2026	1499 $	Enroll