Power Generation school training courses in Fairbanks, AK (public, in-house or online)

The Power Generation Certificate (in progress) program is designed to provide students with the specialized knowledge and skills required to pursue a career in power generation and/or transmission. Graduates may find employment with businesses and industries that generate power using a variety of fuel sources, including diesel, natural gas, wind, hydropower, and steam co generation. They may be employed in either small-scale rural settings or in Alaska’s Rail belt or other urban environment...

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When you complete this lesson, you will be able to describe the design and operation of a diesel engine. In addition, you will be able to explain the importance of the diesel generator.

Describe the theory behind the basic operation of a diesel engine.
Identify the major components of the diesel engine and explain the function of each.
Describe what happens during each of the following operating cycle events:
Intake
Compression
Injection
Combustion
Power
Ex...

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