Hydro Turbine Monitoring Fundamentals

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The course covers Hydroelectric monitoring applications, including sensor installation, Bently Nevada™ 3500 monitor configuration, and System 1™ configuration and plotting instructions. This is a self-paced, e-learning course that includes a final exam.

Duration:
12 hours
Schedule:
12
hours
Delivery:
Audience:
  • TBD
Objectives:
  • ⁠To understand hydro turbine generator components and operation.
  • To understand hydro turbine generator conditions and failures.
  • To discover the sensors and monitoring equipment used in detecting hydro problems.
  • To learn the Bently Nevada™ hydro specific sensors and how to install them.
  • To discover the Bently Nevada™ 3500/46M Hydro monitor capabilities and configuration needs.
  • To realize the System 1™ Hydro capabilities, configuration requirements, and plotting procedures.
Required Prerequisites:
Recommended Prerequisites:

  • None

Additional Requirements:
None
Program:
  • Three main types of hydro turbine generators and components.
  • Common problems found with turbines and generators.
  • Different monitoring methods.
  • Air Gap sensor installations.
  • Specific Bently Nevada™ 3500 and System 1™ configuration and plotting instructions.

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