Course Details

This course is appropriate for a wide range of professionals but not limited to:

• Boiler Operators and Technicians
• Mechanical and Maintenance Engineers
• Process and Plant Engineers
• Utilities and Energy Engineers
• Maintenance Supervisors and Inspectors
• Anyone involved in the operation or maintenance of steam boiler systems

• Expert-led sessions with dynamic visual aids
• Comprehensive course manual to support practical application and reinforcement
• Interactive discussions addressing participants’ real-world projects and challenges
• Insightful case studies and proven best practices to enhance learning

By the end of this course, participants should be able to:

• Understand the principles of steam generation and boiler operation
• Identify key components of boiler systems and their functions
• Operate boilers safely and efficiently under varying load conditions
• Maintain combustion efficiency and control emissions
• Perform maintenance, inspection, and troubleshooting procedures
• Utilize control systems to optimize performance and ensure safety

DAY 1

Introduction to Steam Boilers and Steam Generation

• Welcome and Introduction
• Pre-Test
• Fundamentals of Steam and Heat Transfer
• Classification and Types of Boilers (Fire-Tube, Water-Tube, Package, etc.)Key Boiler Components and Functions
• Steam System Layout and Accessories
• Safety and Regulatory Requirements (ASME, API, ISO)

DAY 2

Boiler Combustion and Efficiency

• Principles of Combustion and Heat Release
• Fuel Types and Their Characteristics
• Air-Fuel Ratio and Combustion Efficiency
• Burners and Firing Systems
• Draft and Airflow Control Systems
• Flue Gas Analysis and Emission Control
• Energy Efficiency and Heat Recovery Methods

DAY 3

Boiler Feedwater and Water Treatment Systems

• Importance of Water Quality in Boiler Operation
• Boiler Feedwater Systems and Deaeration
• Water Treatment Processes and Chemical Dosing
• Scale Formation, Corrosion, and Fouling Prevention
• Blowdown Systems and Procedures
• Condensate Recovery and Return Systems
• Water Quality Monitoring and Control

DAY 4

Boiler Control Systems and Maintenance

• Boiler Instrumentation and Control Loops
• Pressure, Temperature, and Level Control
• Burner Management Systems (BMS) and Safety Interlocks
• Automatic Combustion Control Systems
• Preventive and Predictive Maintenance Practices
• Inspection and Testing of Safety Devices
• Common Boiler Problems and Corrective Actions

DAY 5

Troubleshooting, Reliability and Course Wrap-up

• Troubleshooting Operational and Mechanical Problems
• Failure Analysis and Root Cause Determination
• Reliability Improvement and Efficiency Optimization
• Safety Procedures for Boiler Operation and Maintenance
• Post-Test
• Certificate Ceremony