Course Overview:

Students will discuss fundamental and advanced principles required to obtain a thorough working knowledge of steam system operation, including steam supply methods, and subsequent condensate management solutions. This is accomplished using Powerpoint lectures, work problems, and live operation of demonstration displays. Applications discussed will be applicable to small and large residential/commercial systems, encompassing both comfort heating and process loads.

CLASS SCHEDULE:
Tuesday 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM
Wednesday 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM
Thursday 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM

NOTES:

Those wishing to use hard copies for note-taking during the course should print these files and bring them to class. Work problems and necessary reference materials will be distributed during class in hard copy form. The Schoolhouse will provide 3-ring binders for students to organize all documents.

Students should have a valid username and password, before first day of class, to access the Bell & Gossett Steam Specialty Calculators located under the Selection Tools Overview tab on the Bell & Gossett website. Microsoft Edge (Windows) or Safari (Mac OS X) web browsers must be used with these calculators. Consult your local Bell & Gossett representative for assistance.

Lunch will be provided each day

The Schoolhouse will host a meet & greet social, including food and beverages, at the hotel on Tuesday evening from 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm. All students and significant others are welcome to join us.

A plant tour will be given as part of this course. The Schoolhouse will provide all PPE necessary, including steel-toe shoes. Personal steel-toe shoes brought by students must have an EH (Electrical Hazard) Rating.

All seminars are three days long, beginning at 8:30 AM on Tuesday, and finishing at 3:00 PM on Thursday. For those requiring air travel, departing flights on the last day should be booked no sooner than 5:00 pm to ensure ample time for arrival at O’Hare Airport, Rental Car Return, and clear TSA screening.

Expected learning outcomes:

• Comprehend the Steam Cycle, associated terminology, and the proper use of Steam Tables for system design
• Ability to explain the fundamental design and operation of 1-pipe and 2-Pipe steam systems
• Capability to size and select steam system components utilizing ESP-Plus® tools such as:
  • Steam Supply & Condensate Return Piping
  • Steam Traps
  • Steam Pressure Reducing Valves
  • Steam Temperature Regulating Valves
• Grasp common steam boiler controls and their operational purpose
• Properly size and select the correct type of condensate pumping equipment based on system service needs
• Apply good piping practices for steam heat transfer coils, heat exchangers, and valve stations to avoid damaging scenarios typically associated with them

CEU Credit Details:

3 Days – 1.7 CEU Credits*

• Students are required to attend all 3 Days. No Partial Credits will be awarded.
• Full participation in class discussions and additional educational activities, as well as completion of all work problems is expected.
• Completion and submission of course evaluation document prior to departure on last day.
• Students will need to bring their laptop computer or tablet device to complete work problems and course evaluation

Note: Registration will open on July 21, 2024

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