Provides lab and/or field experiences related to high-pressure and low-pressure boilers, turbines, generators, and auxiliary systems. Includes starting, stopping, operating, and analyzing outputs under load conditions. May be required to visit plants as part of course work.
Goals, Topics, and Objectives
- Codes, Safety, and Communication
- Boiler Operation
- Boiler Auxiliaries and Accessories Operation
- Boiler Maintenance and Repair
- Fuels, Combustion, and Firing Systems
- Plant Piping and Process Systems
- Pump and Turbine Operation
- Mechanical Equipment Repair and Adjustment
- Air Compression/Compressors and Air Systems
- Heat Rejection Equipment-Cooling Towers
- Water Treatment
- Air Conditioning/Refrigeration Equipment
- Heating System Operation and Maintenance
- Instruments and Control Systems
Demonstrate the application of subject area knowledge and skills to field situations for major equipment operation and maintenance through operational problems where live systems exist.*
Demonstrate the application of operating and maintenance knowledge, skills, and abilities for operation, maintenance, service, and repair on live equipment and systems.*
Demonstrate the application of operating and maintenance knowledge, skills, and abilities on simulated equipment and systems where it may not be feasible for the learner to access live systems.*
Assessment and Requirements
Learners will demonstrate their competence in the subject matter and objective areas by written examinations, verbal and written assignments, successful completion of required checklists for applied lab and field activities, and criterion-based self-evaluation used to assess attainment of objectives.
Required course materials available in the department.
Outcomes
Credit for Prior College-Level Learning
This course is identified as a departmental course for which a learner can receive college credit for prior college-level learning and/or skills acquired outside the traditional classroom. Terms of the HFCC Credit for Prior College-Level Learning Policy may be met by review of the appropriate documentation, skill, certifications, and/or knowledge acquired by the learner and submitted for evaluation by the appropriate departmental faculty. As required, one or more of the following may be considered in the evaluation process: A. field experience B. licenses held C. completing course exams and/or performance sequences and/or competing a portfolio F. assessment of private trade school or other extensive college level industry training and learning by a departmental faculty member.