Manuel S.

Enverga University Foundation

Lucena City, Philippines

Granted Autonomous Status

CHED CEB Res. 076-2009

Course Guide in MEPO 4423 (POWERPLANT OPERATION & MAINTENANCE )

ENGR. FRANCISCO A. MAAÑO, JR

Lecturer I
Cel. No. 0999-5133126
E-mail: arfrancism@yahoo.com.
Consultation Hours: 5:00-5:30 PM M-F
Consultation Venue: Faculty

COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Study of the fundamental concepts in the design, installation, operation and maintenance of
typical power plants such as steam power plant, diesel electric plant, geothermal power plant as well as
other generating plants using non-conventional sources of energy.
CREDIT UNITS: 3

GENERAL OBJECTIVE OF THE COURSE

After completing this course, the student must be able to:
1. Acquire knowledge in the design and selection of equipment for power plants.
2. Apply technical knowledge in the design, operation and maintenance of simple power
plants.
3. Prepare technical report which includes plans and specifications.

SUGGESTED REFERENCE/S:
Burghart, William F. (2002). Thermodynamics. Mc.Graw-HillBook Co.
Cengel yungus, (2001) Fundamental of Thermal Fluid Science (VCD)
Santa Maria, Hipolito (2000) Thermodynamics I. Wesley Publication House.
COURSE REQUIREMENTS:
a. Passing major examinations 60%
Prelim, Midterm, Semi-Final and Final Exam
b. Others: 40%
Assignment/Problem Solving 20%
Researches 10%
Class Participation 10% _____________
100%
c. Grading System

A. Computation of Grade for Midterm Period

Major Exams 60%
Class Requirements 40%
(PE x 30%) + (ME x 30%) + (Q x 20%) + (A/R x 10%) + (CP x 10%) = 100% (MIDTERM GRADE)

B. Computation of Grade for the Final Period

Major Exams 60%
Class Requirements 40%
(SE x 30%) + (FE x 30%) + (Q x 20%) + (A/R x 10%) + (CP x 10%) = 100%

Previous (Midterm Grade) = 100% x 40%

Present Grade (Final Period) = 100% x 60%
Final Grade = 100% (Equivalent Grade Point)

COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNICAL DEPARTMENT

Telefax No. (042) 710-3151; e-
mail:engg.dept_mseuf@yahoo.com.ph
 Manuel S. Enverga University Foundation
Lucena City, Philippines

Granted Autonomous Status

CHED CEB Res. 076-2009

COURSE OUTLINE:

PART I- TOPICS
1. Stationary power generating plant
2. Internal Combustion Engine (Diesel) Power Plant
PART II- TOPICS
1. Cooling System
a. Types of cooling systems: atmospheric cooling tower; mechanical draft;
evaporative cooler
b. Cooling tower design and performance criteria evaluation
2. Steam Power Plant
a. Boiler heat balance calculation; smoke stack/chimney design
b. Forced draft and induced draft fan design; balanced draft
c. Steam turbine; types and classification; construction; performance and design
curves
3. Feedwater heaters
MIDTERM EXAMINATION

PART III - TOPICS

1. Condenser and evaporators
a. Types/principles of operation/design calculations and specification
2. Gas Turbine Power Plant
3. Hydraulic Power Plant
PART IV - TOPICS
1. Geothermal Power Plant
2. Non-conventional Power Plant
3. Instrumentation and Controls
a. Overview of major parameter in the power plant operation
b. Plant safety consideration
FINAL EXAMINATION

Prepared by:

Engr. Francisco A. Maaño, Jr.

Faculty Assessor

Evaluated/Checked by:

ENGR. MA. LUISA B. CANELA

Department Chairperson

Approved:

DR. GUILLERMO M. RAGO JR.

Dean

COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNICAL DEPARTMENT

Telefax No. (042) 710-3151; e-
mail:engg.dept_mseuf@yahoo.com.ph