Nuclear Series
"Steam Cycles"
Aims :
- To properly understand the design and operation of Power Stations knowledge of Thermodynamics is required, so this title examines the principles of the Steam Cycle. It also uses three examples of different kinds of power generation units to highlight variations in coolant properties.
Objectives :
By the end of this course the student will be able to:
- State and define the four forms of energy possessed by a working fluid.
- Define simply the terms 'enthalpy' and 'entropy'.
- Describe the process by which water is turned into steam.
- Identify and explain the saturation curve and the temperature/entropy diagram.
- Describe the Rankine Cycle for a simplified Nuclear Plant.
- Explain how the efficiency and steam quality are influenced by: cycle pressure, Cycle temperature, reheating and feed heating.
Course Modules:
 Introduction
Forms of Energy
Enthalpy and Entropy
Properties of Water and Steam
Steam Cycles
Steam Cycles in different Nuclear Power Stations
Assessment
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The average course completion time is one hour.
