How Coal Fired Power Stations Work Part
An In-depth Exploration of Coal-Fired Power Plants
- Electricity Generation
- Energy Conversion
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Description
This course offers a comprehensive understanding of coal-fired power stations, highlighting the processes and systems involved in generating electricity from coal. Participants will gain insights into the journey of coal from delivery to combustion and the subsequent energy conversion processes.
The course will dissect the workings of the fuel, water, steam, electrical, and exhaust gas systems integral to a coal-fired power station’s operation, emphasizing the environmental considerations and the management of by-products.
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What you will learn in this course
- The journey of coal from delivery to combustion and how it powers the generation of electricity.
- The process of converting chemical energy from coal into electrical energy and the technologies involved.
- The role of key components like pulverizers, boilers, turbines, condensers, and cooling towers in the power generation process.
- The operation and significance of major systems within a coal-fired power station, including fuel, water, steam, and exhaust gas systems.
- Environmental impacts of coal-fired power generation and the methods used to mitigate these, focusing on fly ash and sulfur dioxide management.
Who this course is for:
- Engineers and technicians working in or aspiring to work in the power generation sector.
- Environmental scientists and professionals interested in the environmental aspects of power generation.
- Policy makers and regulatory personnel focusing on energy and environmental standards.
- Students in engineering, environmental sciences, and related fields seeking a detailed understanding of coal-fired power generation.
Curriculum
3 lessons
39 minutes
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How Coal Fired Power Stations Work1 lesson
18:34
How Coal Fired Power Stations Work
18:34
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Final Thoughts2 lessons
00:24
Final Thoughts
00:24
Quiz
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Course Duration
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