In the dynamic landscape of power generation, the reliability, efficiency, and control of fossil-fueled power plants remain vital to ensuring continuous energy supply and system stability. Despite the rise of renewable technologies, conventional fossil-fuel-based power plants still generate over 60% of global electricity, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA, 2023). Coal, gas, and diesel power stations form the backbone of many industrial and national grids, especially in rapidly developing economies. As these facilities become increasingly digitized and automated, professionals must possess a comprehensive understanding of instrumentation and control systems that govern the safe and optimized operation of power generation infrastructure.
Pideya Learning Academy proudly presents its expert-led training program, Instrumentation and Control in Power Plant Technology, designed to meet the evolving technical demands of professionals working within the power generation industry. This advanced course delivers an integrated understanding of mechanical and electrical engineering principles, thermodynamic cycles, control systems, and the intricacies of industrial instrumentation in the context of fossil-fueled power plants.
Participants will explore the full spectrum of power plant types, including steam turbine plants, gas-fired systems, and diesel-based generators, with a focus on how control systems and instrumentation enhance system performance, efficiency, and safety. The training will cover critical components such as actuators, transducers, sensors, heat exchangers, control valves, compressors, and programmable logic controllers (PLCs). Attendees will also learn how to interpret process and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), monitor system variables, and configure control parameters aligned with operational objectives.
One of the essential benefits of this course is its emphasis on bridging theoretical knowledge with industry application. Participants will understand how to diagnose performance issues, manage system disturbances, and support fault identification through control system monitoring. Moreover, this course delves into automation strategies that are reshaping modern plant operations, including condition-based monitoring, predictive maintenance, and advanced alarm management.
By learning the distinctions between centralized and distributed control architectures, as well as how energy efficiency and emission control are monitored and maintained, professionals will be better prepared to support sustainable operational goals. This course also offers deep insights into how modern instrumentation supports decision-making, reporting, and control room operations in real-time environments.
Throughout this training, attendees will benefit from:
A deep dive into core power generation concepts, including the structure and function of major fossil-fueled plant types
A comprehensive understanding of instrumentation devices such as pressure sensors, flow meters, temperature transmitters, and control valves
Exposure to control strategies and feedback loop configurations tailored to power generation applications
Analytical skills to interpret and troubleshoot process and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs)
Exploration of alarm systems, safety interlocks, and failure response protocols within power control systems
Best practices for integrating condition monitoring and performance optimization into plant operations
A broader perspective on plant component selection, energy efficiency, and reliability engineering in instrumentation design
By the conclusion of the Instrumentation and Control in Power Plant Technology training, participants will possess the knowledge to navigate and manage the sophisticated control systems integral to modern power plants. They will be equipped to support critical operational decisions, contribute to system stability, and advance their career trajectories in the energy and industrial automation sectors.
This course offered by Pideya Learning Academy serves as a valuable resource for engineers, technicians, and plant operators aiming to enhance their proficiency in instrumentation and control systems. With industry-relevant knowledge and strategic insights, participants can become essential contributors to their organizations’ operational excellence and long-term sustainability in the energy domain.