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Power Plant Electrical Systems and Generator Fundamentals

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Power Plant Electrical Systems and Generator Fundamentals

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level

Recommended experience

6 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Understand generator types, construction, and cooling methods

  • Operate and manage excitation, synchronisation, and generator auxiliaries

  • Design and analyze electrical power system layouts and distribution

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August 2026

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This course is part of the Power Plant Engineering: From Theory to Industry Practice Specialization
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There are 2 modules in this course

This module provides a comprehensive understanding of electrical generators and their auxiliary systems used in power plants. It covers the basic principles of electrical generation, different types of generators, generator cooling methods, construction features, major components, excitation and synchronization systems, generator specifications, and testing procedures. The module also explains various generator auxiliary systems including cooling water systems, seal oil systems, stator coil cooling water systems, hydrogen and carbon dioxide gas systems, and typical equipment layouts used for reliable and efficient generator operation.

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This module provides a detailed understanding of electrical systems used in power plants, covering power generation, distribution, and evacuation networks. It introduces the main power system, plant auxiliary distribution systems, power evacuation systems, and other electrical services. The module explains generator transformers, step-up transformers, low-voltage (LV) and medium-voltage (MV) distribution systems, motors, emergency power supply systems, electrical system studies, physical layouts, cable raceways, earthing systems, and lightning protection required for safe and reliable plant operation

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