Course - Mechanical Design, Operation and Maintenance of Hydraulic Machinery - TEP4200
TEP4200 - Mechanical Design, Operation and Maintenance of Hydraulic Machinery
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: School exam
Grade: Letter grades
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| School exam | 100/100 | 4 hours | D |
Course content
Fundamental principles in machine and component construction based on hydraulic conditions. System dynamics and governing stability will be covered, along with flow charts for the relevant processes and sequences for operation (start up, synchronization, etc). Field measurements are covered including efficiency measurements. Model efficiency measurements and scale-up to prototype values are covered. Insights into maintenance and auxiliary equipment. along with reversible pump turbines and energy storage in pumped hydro plants. Life cycle assessment of hydropower plants and will be shown. The course might be adapted extending this description.
Learning outcome
The course provides the student with knowledge about: - The mechanical equipment in hydropower plants, dimensioning of gates, valves, trash racks and cooling-and bilge system - Operation and maintenance - System dynamic simulation methods for water hammer, surges and governor stability - Hydraulic measurements in field and in the laboratory Knowledge The course gives the student insight about: - The mechanical equipment in a hydropower plant - Operational issues Skills The course should enable the student to: - Choose adequate equipment and give basis for technical-economical analysis - Simulate hydropower plants as regards system dynamics - Carry out measurements of efficiency, flow pressure, pressure transients etc. General competence The course should give the student: - Competence regarding hydropower plants mechanical equipment - Competence on the turbines interaction with the hydraulic conduit system, as well as with the generator and grid.
Learning methods and activities
Lectures and group work. The lectures and exercises are in English when students who do not speak Norwegian take the course. If the teaching is given in English the Examination papers will be given in English only. Students are free to choose Norwegian or English for written assessments. If less than 5 students are registered the course will be given as self-tuition.
Compulsory assignments
- Group report
Further on evaluation
Digital exam with automatic correction.
Recommended previous knowledge
TEP4100/TEP4105/TEP4110 Fluid Mechanics or equivalent
Course materials
Compendiums and/or lecture notes
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| SIO4045 | 7.5 |
No
Version: 1
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Second degree level
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: SPRING 2025
Language of instruction: English
Location: Trondheim
- Energy and Process Engineering
- Hydro and Gas Dynamics
- Technological subjects
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Energy and Process Engineering
Examination
Examination arrangement: School exam
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
- Spring ORD School exam 100/100 D 2025-05-19 15:00 INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates SL410 blå sone Sluppenvegen 14 30 - Summer UTS School exam 100/100 D INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"