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Introduction to Steam Turbines

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  • 90min
  • Self paced
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  • Certification included
  • Industry standard content

Why take this course?

This self-paced course introduces the fundamentals of steam turbines — their purpose, working principles, and main classifications. It provides a clear foundation for anyone involved in turbine operation or maintenance, or those seeking to refresh their technical understanding before moving on to more specialized topics. You’ll learn how steam turbines convert thermal energy into mechanical power, and how design variations influence performance and application across industries.

What you'll learn

After this course, you,
• understand what a steam turbine is and how it operates,
• know the key thermodynamic principles behind turbine performance,
• can explain the process of energy conversion from steam to mechanical motion,
• understand turbine classifications based on flow direction and blade type,
• can identify common turbine configurations used in industry.

About the course

This course begins with an overview of what a steam turbine is and explains its fundamental operating principles. The lessons cover:

- Thermodynamics (Parts 1–3): The conversion of steam energy into mechanical work and the factors that influence turbine efficiency.
- Classification: How turbines are categorized according to flow direction, blade type, and construction, with examples of each configuration.

The course concludes with a summary that reinforces key concepts and prepares participants for the following modules on turbine components, auxiliary systems, and operation.

Meet your instructor

Dimitris Antoniadis

Power Plant Maintenance Manager

Power Plant Maintenance Manager

Who should attend this course

• Engineers and technicians new to steam turbine systems.
• Professionals working in power generation, oil and gas, or process industries who wish to strengthen their understanding of turbine fundamentals.

Prerequisites

Engineering B.Sc diploma or equivalent, or +3 years practical experience with Steam Turbines

Certification

A personal digital certificate will be made available upon successful completion of the course. A sample Certificate is shown below.

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