Pideya Learning Academy

Fundamentals of Boiler Operations and Controls

Upcoming Schedules

  • Live Online Training
  • Classroom Training

Date Venue Duration Fee (USD)
13 Jan - 17 Jan 2025 Live Online 5 Day 2750
31 Mar - 04 Apr 2025 Live Online 5 Day 2750
28 Apr - 02 May 2025 Live Online 5 Day 2750
23 Jun - 27 Jun 2025 Live Online 5 Day 2750
18 Aug - 22 Aug 2025 Live Online 5 Day 2750
08 Sep - 12 Sep 2025 Live Online 5 Day 2750
27 Oct - 31 Oct 2025 Live Online 5 Day 2750
08 Dec - 12 Dec 2025 Live Online 5 Day 2750

Course Overview

In today’s industrial landscape where energy efficiency and operational safety directly impact profitability, mastering boiler operations has become an essential skill for engineers and facility managers. Pideya Learning Academy’s Fundamentals of Boiler Operations and Controls provides a comprehensive foundation in boiler system management, equipping professionals with the technical knowledge, safety protocols, and optimization strategies needed to ensure reliable, efficient, and compliant operations—all through practical, application-focused learning methodologies.
The need for specialized boiler training is underscored by industry data showing that industrial boilers consume nearly 40% of total facility energy (U.S. DOE 2024), while ASME reports indicate that properly optimized systems can reduce fuel costs by 15-25%. Equally concerning, NFPA statistics reveal that boiler-related incidents account for 23% of industrial accidents, with OSHA emphasizing that most violations stem from operational errors rather than equipment failure. Through system simulations, diagnostic case studies, and control optimization frameworks, this course delivers immediately applicable skills in boiler management without requiring hands-on workshop sessions.
This program offers a structured progression from basic principles to advanced control strategies, covering combustion fundamentals, heat transfer dynamics, and modern automation systems. Participants will learn to interpret pressure-temperature curves, analyze flue gas compositions, and troubleshoot common operational issues while understanding how to integrate safety systems with performance monitoring. The curriculum emphasizes real-world applicability, teaching professionals to calculate efficiency benchmarks, implement water treatment programs, and develop preventive maintenance schedules that extend equipment lifespan.
Key highlights of this Pideya Learning Academy training include:
Core Operational Principles – Master boiler startup/shutdown sequences, pressure control techniques, and load management strategies for different industrial applications.
Combustion Efficiency Optimization – Learn to analyze burner performance, adjust air-fuel ratios, and interpret stack gas measurements to maximize heat transfer while minimizing emissions.
Water Treatment Fundamentals – Implement best practices for chemical dosing, blowdown control, and corrosion prevention to protect critical system components.
Control System Operation – Understand pneumatic and digital control architectures, safety interlocks, and alarm management protocols for fail-safe operations.
Performance Monitoring – Develop skills to calculate efficiency metrics, track key performance indicators, and conduct heat balance analyses.
Safety Compliance – Navigate ASME BPVC, NBIC, and OSHA requirements while implementing protective devices and relief systems.
Troubleshooting Methodologies – Acquire systematic approaches to diagnose common issues including uneven heating, fluctuating pressures, and reduced efficiency.
By completing this program, participants will be able to reduce energy waste by 10-15%, prevent costly downtime, and ensure compliance with stringent safety regulations—delivering immediate value to their organizations.
Pideya Learning Academy delivers this essential training through interactive virtual sessions (MS Teams/ClickMeeting), featuring system schematics analysis, operational scenario simulations, and control optimization exercises designed for direct workplace application.

Key Takeaways:

  • Core Operational Principles – Master boiler startup/shutdown sequences, pressure control techniques, and load management strategies for different industrial applications.
  • Combustion Efficiency Optimization – Learn to analyze burner performance, adjust air-fuel ratios, and interpret stack gas measurements to maximize heat transfer while minimizing emissions.
  • Water Treatment Fundamentals – Implement best practices for chemical dosing, blowdown control, and corrosion prevention to protect critical system components.
  • Control System Operation – Understand pneumatic and digital control architectures, safety interlocks, and alarm management protocols for fail-safe operations.
  • Performance Monitoring – Develop skills to calculate efficiency metrics, track key performance indicators, and conduct heat balance analyses.
  • Safety Compliance – Navigate ASME BPVC, NBIC, and OSHA requirements while implementing protective devices and relief systems.
  • Troubleshooting Methodologies – Acquire systematic approaches to diagnose common issues including uneven heating, fluctuating pressures, and reduced efficiency.
  • Core Operational Principles – Master boiler startup/shutdown sequences, pressure control techniques, and load management strategies for different industrial applications.
  • Combustion Efficiency Optimization – Learn to analyze burner performance, adjust air-fuel ratios, and interpret stack gas measurements to maximize heat transfer while minimizing emissions.
  • Water Treatment Fundamentals – Implement best practices for chemical dosing, blowdown control, and corrosion prevention to protect critical system components.
  • Control System Operation – Understand pneumatic and digital control architectures, safety interlocks, and alarm management protocols for fail-safe operations.
  • Performance Monitoring – Develop skills to calculate efficiency metrics, track key performance indicators, and conduct heat balance analyses.
  • Safety Compliance – Navigate ASME BPVC, NBIC, and OSHA requirements while implementing protective devices and relief systems.
  • Troubleshooting Methodologies – Acquire systematic approaches to diagnose common issues including uneven heating, fluctuating pressures, and reduced efficiency.

Course Objectives

Upon completion of this program, participants will be able to:
Analyze water chemistry requirements for optimal boiler performance and longevity
Implement effective treatment programs for scale and corrosion control
Conduct accurate efficiency calculations and performance benchmarking
Perform comprehensive inspections using appropriate testing methodologies
Understand control system architecture for safe and efficient boiler operation
Apply regulatory standards to ensure full compliance with safety requirements
Develop preventive maintenance programs to enhance system reliability

Personal Benefits

Technical Expertise Development: Master critical boiler systems knowledge
Career Advancement: Acquire specialized industry-recognized skills
Safety Leadership: Become an organizational resource for operational safety
Problem-Solving Skills: Address complex engineering challenges effectively
Professional Certification: Enhance credentials in plant engineering

Organisational Benefits

Enhanced System Reliability: Minimize unexpected downtime and failures
Improved Safety Compliance: Meet all regulatory requirements consistently
Energy Cost Reduction: Optimize fuel efficiency and consumption patterns
Extended Equipment Lifespan: Implement proper maintenance protocols
Environmental Compliance: Achieve emission reduction targets

Who Should Attend

This program is essential for:
Boiler Inspectors and Safety Compliance Officers
Plant Operations Managers and Facility Engineers
Maintenance Supervisors and Technical Teams
Process Engineers involved in thermal systems
Energy Management Professionals
Industrial Safety Specialists
Designed for professionals responsible for boiler system performance, Pideya Learning Academy’s Comprehensive Boiler Systems Engineering Program delivers the critical knowledge needed to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant operations in industrial environments. The program’s balanced approach combining technical depth with operational relevance makes it invaluable for professionals seeking to enhance their boiler systems expertise.

Course Outline

Module 2: Combustion Engineering
Stoichiometric air-fuel ratios Flue gas composition analysis Burner classification systems: Oil combustion systems Gas-fired configurations Low-NOx technology Fuel atomization techniques Emission control methods Operational protocols: Automatic shutdown sequences Cold restart procedures Short-term decommissioning Burner management systems
Module 3: Process Instrumentation
Industrial measurement systems: Pressure monitoring instruments Liquid level indicators Thermal measurement devices Flow metering technologies Control system architectures: Drum level regulation: Single-element control Dual-element systems Three-element cascade Deaerator operation Temperature modulation
Module 4: Combustion Optimization
Air-fuel ratio control: Series/parallel limiting Lead-lag firing systems Oxygen trim feedback Header pressure management Water treatment systems: External processes: Ion exchange systems Deaeration techniques Evaporation methods Internal conditioning: Lime-soda treatment Phosphate regimens Continuous chemical injection
Module 5: System Maintenance & Efficiency
Blowdown procedures: Intermittent vs continuous Rate optimization Heat recovery Performance evaluation: Direct efficiency measurement Indirect heat loss calculation Heat transfer analysis Safety systems: NFPA 8502 compliance Inspection methods: Destructive testing Non-destructive evaluation Explosion prevention Operational diagnostics
Module 6: Advanced Combustion Technologies (New)
Ultra-low emission burners Oxy-fuel combustion Fluidized bed systems Waste heat recovery Combined cycle integration
Module 7: Digital Control Systems (New)
Distributed control architectures Predictive maintenance AI-driven optimization Industrial cybersecurity Digital twin applications
Module 8: Renewable Integration (New)
Biomass co-firing Hydrogen combustion Solar-thermal hybrid Carbon capture Alternative fuel systems
Module 9: Boiler Water Chemistry (New)
Reverse osmosis Cyclic concentration Chelant treatment Online monitoring Deposit control
Module 10: Energy Recovery (New)
Condensing economizers Absorption chillers Organic Rankine cycles Thermal storage Pinch analysis

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