Cogeneration of Electricity and Heat

Cogeneration of electricity and heat grows continuously as it allows for higher thermodynamic efficiencies of energy generation plants and sub units within different plants. Cogeneration of electricity and heat attracts increased interest from the energy sector, the oil and gas sector, manufacturing, chemicals and other fields. This seminars guides you through the fundamentals of cogeneration, introduces the principle of operation and explains applications, possibilities and advantages.

 

 

 

Objectives

In this program, you will:

  • Learn the fundamentals of cogeneration
  • Understand the possibilities for existing plants
  • Learn the scientific principles behind cogeneration
  • Understand the thermodynamic efficiency concepts and ways to improve it
  • Understand and discuss applications of cogeneration

 

 

 

Contents

  • Introduction to concept of cogeneration
  • Combustion Fundamentals
  • Conventional generation systems
  • Heat engines
  • Thermal cycles
  • Classification of cogeneration systems
  • Main components of cogeneration systems [turbines, cells, generators]
  • Heat recovery systems
  • Thermodynamic efficiency and exergy
  • Control and monitoring systems
  • Distribution devices
  • Fuel supply systems and their configurations
  • Electrical supply systems
  • Applications in industry
  • Applications in Power generation
  • Steam turbines, gas turbines
  • Cogeneration system selections
  • Integration
  • Operation, troubleshooting and maintenance
  • Management of CHP
  • Financial analysis
  • Case studies
  • Recent advances and developments
  • Review

 

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Who should attend?

This course in intended for:

-          All professionals working in a field of interest that need to enhance their understanding on Cogeneration of electricity and heat

-          Management members that need to understand requirements and possibilities in the field

-          University students (industrial engineers, chemists, chemical engineers, mechanical engineers) looking for an improved understanding of non-destructive techniques

-          Investors that need to make decisions on CHP investments, retrofits or similar projects

Variations of the suggested outlines can be prepared on demand (terms and conditions apply)