The main purpose of this training is to obtain the basic knowledge of the major components and systems in CAT generator packages.

Understand the safe and proper procedures of performing routine maintenance inspections.

Understand the basic operation of a generator set.

Understanding Generator Components: Learn about the major components and systems in generator packages.

Safety Procedures: Understand the safe and proper procedures for performing routine maintenance inspections.

Basic Operation: Gain knowledge of the basic operation of a generator set.

Maintenance Inspections: Review the main service and inspection points of a generator.

Controller Functions: Explain the functions and operation of the generator set controller.

Automatic Transfer Switch: Understand the operation of an automatic transfer switch.

Onsite Inspections: Perform onsite inspections to review maintenance procedures and operation.

CSA Standards: Review the basic requirements to meet CSA C282 standards.

Introduction

Diesels as Prime Movers

Diesel Systems and Terminology

Compression Ratio

Bore

Stroke

Combustion Chamber

Diesel Operation

Systems

Generator Construction.

Generator Operations

Synchronizing

Loading/Unloading

Reactive Capability

Power Factor

Generator Testing and Commissioning

Load Testing

Load Rejection

Generator Fault Finding

Rotor Earth Fault

Shorted Turns

Stator Winding Faults

Generator Repair Capability

Voltage Regulators and Excitation systems

Excitation Principles

Static Systems

Brushless Excitation Systems.

System operations Droop Control

Isochronous Control or Islanded Mode

Black Start Operations

This course is designed for the technicians who perform basic operation and maintenance on standby power generation equipment.