Lesson 1 - Introduction to Utilities Part 1
This lesson introduces the Utilities Part 1 unit. It also contains a brief overview of the topics that you will study in the forthcoming unit.
Steam
The steam lessons will:
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Review the properties of water (and steam)
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Show how the properties of steam can be read from a Mollier diagram
Figure: Mollier diagram for water
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Explain the information given in steam tables and demonstrate how we can use it for calculations
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Describe steam quality and the types of steam used in a brewery
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Identify the components of a boiler and explore how they work
Figure: Shell (fire-tube) boiler
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Explain the importance of boiler safety and the requirements for safe operation
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Review aspects of the steam distribution system and its associated equipment
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Review the condensate return process and the use of steam traps