Course: Steam Turbines and Condensers

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Course title Steam Turbines and Condensers
Course code KKE/PTK
Organizational form of instruction Lecture + Tutorial
Level of course Master
Year of study 2
Semester Winter
Number of ECTS credits 6
Language of instruction Czech
Status of course Compulsory
Form of instruction Face-to-face
Work placements This is not an internship
Recommended optional programme components None
Lecturer(s)
  • Lenc Tomáš, Ing. Ph.D.
  • Šlechta Jiří, Ing. Ph.D.
  • Pacholíček Štěpán, Dr. Ing.
Course content
The main content is composed of the influence of inlet parameters and steam reheatin on the cycle efficiency; limit power of the turbine; regenerative heating of feed water; detailed analysis of stage losses; condensation and condensers etc.

Learning activities and teaching methods
Lecture, Practicum
  • Preparation for an examination (30-60) - 40 hours per semester
  • Contact hours - 91 hours per semester
  • Preparation for comprehensive test (10-40) - 25 hours per semester
prerequisite
Knowledge
to know the general principles of design of machine components on the basis of theoretical knowledge of machine and equipment design, mechanics and elasticity and strength
to use independently theoretical knowledge of the theory of flow machines
to explain the theory of the simple thermal cycle of a steam turbine (Rankine cycle)
Skills
to perform basic stress calculations of machine parts based on the theory of mechanics and elasticity and strength
to be familiar with the water vapour property diagram (h-s diagram)
to calculate the simple heat cycle of a steam turbine (Rankine cycle)
to use the possibilities of computer tools (Exel)
Competences
N/A
learning outcomes
Knowledge
to describe the physical processes associated with the flow and energy transformations in a steam turbine
to divide losses in the flow section of a steam turbine and know how to minimize them
to describe in detail the various components of a steam turbine including condensation and regeneration accessories and know how to their design and any design constraints
to explain the commissioning and servicing procedures for steam turbines
to describe the specifics of turbines designed for continuous operation with saturated steam, including erosion issues
Skills
to apply theoretical knowledge in the field of steam turbines in draft design, including the design of all their key components
to perform complex steam turbine cycle calculations in a spreadsheet environment (Excel)
to perform simplified computational design of condensation and regeneration equipment
to analyze individual solution to steam turbine design
to estimate further developments in steam turbine design
Competences
N/A
teaching methods
Knowledge
Lecture
Skills
Practicum
Interactive lecture
Competences
Lecture
assessment methods
Knowledge
Oral exam
Skills
Skills demonstration during practicum
Individual presentation at a seminar
Written exam
Competences
Oral exam
Recommended literature
  • Bečvář, Josef. Tepelné turbíny. 1. vyd. Praha : SNTL, 1968.
  • Leizerovich, A. Sh. Steam Turbines for Modern Fossil-Fuel Power Plants. USA, 2017. ISBN 0-88173-548-5.
  • Ščegljajev, A. V. Parní turbíny : teorie tepelného děje a konstrukce turbín. Praha (SNTL - Nakladatelství technické literatury), 1983.
  • Škopek J. Soubor konstrukčních tabulek.


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