Hydroelectric Plant Course
Acquire mastery in running hydroelectric plants using practical methods for secure dispatch, reservoir oversight, Francis turbine optimisation, and performance enhancement. Perfect for energy workers handling reliability, grid needs, and eco-flow obligations in a Zimbabwean context.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
Gain hands-on skills for managing a dependable hydroelectric plant daily. Master reservoir and spillway operations, Francis turbine efficiency, cavitation avoidance, and secure start-up/shutdown protocols. Develop expertise in scheduling, grid dispatch adherence, contingency strategies, safety inspections, and environmental flow regulation to maximise production, safeguard equipment, and comply with standards.
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Develop skills
- Safe hydroelectric plant running: implement checks, alarms, and urgent response protocols.
- Hydropower dispatch expertise: convert grid directives into safe generator timetables.
- Reservoir and spillway handling: control floods, water levels, and river outflows.
- Francis turbine proficiency: run units, guard against cavitation, and improve output.
- Data-led optimisation: leverage SCADA systems and key metrics to refine plant results.
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