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The aim of this course is to properly understand the design and operation of power stations. For this a knowledge of thermodynamics is required, so this title examines the principles of the steam cycle. It uses three examples of different kinds of power generation units to highlight variations in coolant properties.

By the end of this course the student will be able to:

State 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. Explain the saturation curve and the temperature/entropy diagram. Explain how efficiency and steam quality are influenced by: cycle pressure, cycle temperature, reheating and feed heating.

Course Modules:

Forms of Energy
Enthalpy and Entropy
Properties of Water and Steam
Steam Cycles
Assessment