Quizlet-3B2
Quizlet-3B2
a. 1, 2, 4
b. 1, 3, 4
c. 2, 3, 4
d. 1, 2, 3, 4
e. 1, 2, 3
D
Turbine nozzles convert heat energy into:
a. Potential energy
b. Enthalpy
c. Eddy-currents
d. Kinetic energy
e. Pressure
D
The purpose of the bucket or moving blade on the rotor is to convert the ____________ energy of the steam into
________ energy.
a. heat, potential
b. kinetic, useful
c. kinetic, mechanical
d. heat, kinetic
e. mechanical, kinetic
C
In an impulse turbine as the steam passes through the moving blades the ________ drops but the ______
remains the same.
a. velocity, pressure
b. enthalpy, velocity
c. pressure, velocity
d. volume, velocity
e. velocity, kinetic energy
A
The pressure at the outlet from the moving blades is the same as the pressure at the inlet to the moving blades in
__________ turbine.
a. a topping
b. a reaction
c. a back-pressure
d. an impulse
e. an extraction
D
Steam turbine stationary nozzles serve to:
1) Decrease steam pressure
2) Increase steam enthalpy
3) Decrease steam friction
4) Increase steam velocity
a. 1, 2, 3
b. 1, 3, 4
c. 1, 4
d. 2, 3
e. 2, 3, 4
C
On an extraction turbine the extraction pressure is:
a. Not critical
b. Varied according to turbine load
c. Maintained constant regardless of turbine load
d. Proportional to the turbine load
e. Reduced if load increases
C
A back-pressure turbine which exhausts steam to an old boiler header still supplying steam to an old lower
pressure turbine is called:
a. Condensing-bleeder turbine
b. Cross compound turbine
c. Condensing turbine
d. Topping turbine
e. Mixed pressure turbine
D
A topping turbine is a special application of a ________ turbine.
a. condensing
b. extraction
c. condensing-bleeder
d. tandem compound
e. back-pressure
E
_____________ turbines are large turbines consisting of two or more turbines in series coupled together as one
shaft and applied to one generator.
a. Topping
b. Tandem-compound
c. Condensing-bleeder
d. Cross-compound
e. Mixed pressure
B
A generator coupled on one shaft to a turbine consisting of two or more turbine in series is called?
a. Condensing-bleeder
b. Cross-compound turbine
c. Mixed pressure
d. Tandem-compound turbine
e. Topping
D
__________________ turbines are large turbines with parallel shafts with a generator on each shaft.
a. Condensing
b. Tandem-compound
c. Extraction-bleeder
d. Condensing-bleeder
e. Cross-compound
E
In a reaction turbine the steam pressure drops across both the fixed and moving blades while the steam's ______
velocity rises in the fixed blades and drops in the moving blades.
a. secondary
b. primary
c. stationary
d. moving
e. absolute
E
Absolute velocity is the velocity of the steam relative to the moving blades
The distinguishing feature of a reaction turbine is the fact that the pressure drop across the _________ blades.
a. cutting
b. moving
c. sectional
d. stationary
e. angular
B
In a steam turbine having pressure drop across the moving blades, an unbalanced ________ thrust will be
developed upon the rotor.
a. axial
b. centrifugal
c. radial
d. impulse
e. rotational
A
Reaction turbine blades (moving):
a. 1, 2, 3
b. 2, 3, 4
c. 1, 3, 4
d. 1, 2, 4
e. 1, 4
A
A reaction turbine results in a long machine due to a large number of alternate rows of:
a. Extraction turbine
b. Velocity compounded turbine
c. Pressure compounded turbine
d. Pressure-velocity compounded turbine
e. Mixed-pressure turbine
D
In pressure compound steam turbine:
1) The expansion of steam from boiler pressure to exhaust pressure is carried out in a number of steps or stages
2) Each stage has a set of nozzles and a row of blades
3) All of the velocity available is developed in one set of nozzles
4) The rows of moving blades are separated from each other by partitions or diaphragms into which the nozzles
are set
a. 1, 2, 3
b. 2, 3, 4
c. 1, 3, 4
d. 1, 2, 4
d. Pressure-velocity compounded turbine
D
In a steam turbine using velocity compounding _____________ expand the steam from initial to exhaust pressure.
a. Building heating
b. Relieving pressure
c. Atomization of the fuel
d. To be reheated in boiler
e. Feed-water heating
E
A condensing-bleeder turbine can bleed up to ______ of the total steam flow.
a. 0.1
b. 0.15
c. 0.2
d. 0.25
e. 0.3
C
The primary purpose of a back-pressure turbine is electrical generation.
a. True
b. False
B - It is primarily used in process plants where the exhausted steam can be used for another purpose
In a back-pressure turbine the process steam pressure is:
a. Kept constant and the generator output depends on the demand for process steam
b. Varied and the generator output remains constant
c. Kept constant and the generator output remains constant
d. Not important
e. Dependant on the generator output
A
Extraction turbines are turbines where steam is extracted at one or more points at constant _________.
a. flow
b. pressure
c. load
d. temperature
e. efficiency
B - The extraction point depends on the pressure required by the process that you're extracting for
Labyrinth seals are:
a. 1, 2, 5
b. 2, 4, 5
c. 3, 4, 5
d. 4, 5
e. 1, 2, 3
D - Used for sealing large turbines
A steam turbine water seal is used ________ to insure that no air leaks in along the shaft.
a. on start-up
b. at speed below 2000 rev/min
c. on shut-down
d. only on condensing turbine
e. at speed above 2000 rev/min
E
On larger turbines, the _________ is split in a horizontal direction.
a. shaft
b. governor
c. cylinder
d. rotor
e. drum
C - Horizontal split casing is the most common
It is general practice to let the thickness of the walls and flanges ___________ from inlet to exhaust end of a
steam turbine casing.
a. decrease
b. fluctuate
c. be the same
d. vary
e. increase
A
Materials at the given maximum temperature and under constant pressure continue to deform with very slowly
increasing strain of the material; this phenomenon is called _________________.
a. creep
b. elongation
c. deformation
d. jerking
e. movement
A
Steam turbine casing joints are made steam tight by matching _______ exactly.
a. 1, 2, 3
b. 2, 3, 4
c. 1, 3
d. 1, 2, 4
e. 1, 4
A
A Hollow Drum Rotor, for good balance, is machined both outside and inside thus the drum must be open at one
end. How is the drum end cover with shaft installed in the rotor?
a. Press fitted
b. Welded on
c. Bolted
d. Press fit and belted
e. Shrink fit and welded
E
When disc rotors are assembled, the discs are heated until they are easily slid along the shaft and then located in
the correct position on the shaft and shaft key. A small clearance between the discs prevents ________ .
a. noises
b. slippage
c. thermal stress in the shaft
d. acceleration
e. vibrations
C
Rotors for high outputs and high temperatures are generally made of________ steels.
a. chromium
b. chromium-nickel
c. nickel-molybdenum
d. chromium-nickel-molybdenum
e. copper-nickel-bronze
D
The axial thrust in impulse turbines is eliminated by use of a balance or dummy piston.
a. True
b. False
B - Preferably there should still be a slight thrust towards the exhaust end. A balance pipe is used to achieve this
a. True
b. False
B - It is machined out of the rotor forging at the steam inlet end. Labyrinth seals are used to prevent leakage
around the circumference of the piston.
A steam turbine balance piston is fitted with ______ to ensure a tight seal.
a. radial
b. Water
c. radial and axial
d. Carbon
e. Axial
C
The purpose of a thrust bearing on large reaction steam turbine is to:
a. 1, 2, 3
b. 2, 4, 5
c. 2, 4
d. 3, 5
e. 1, 4
C
Turbine nozzles convert heat energy into:
a. Potential energy.
b. Enthalpy.
c. Eddy-currents.
d. Kinetic energy.
e. Pressure.
D
Flange warming on a steam turbine decreases:
a. Creep.
b. Start up time.
c. Movement.
d. Radiation losses.
e. Noises.
B
What are turbine casings made of?
- Low Pressure
- Intermediate Pressures
- High Pressure / High Temperature
Low Pressure - Cast Iron
Intermediate Pressure - Cast Carbon Steel
High Pressure/Temperature - Cast Alloy Steel
What is the maximum allowable wetness for steam moving through a turbine? How can free water be removed?
14%
Free water can be removed from the casing by draining groves that lead to casing drains that expel water to the
condenser
In a steam turbine using velocity compounding the velocity is absorbed in:
a. Two rows of moving blades.
b. One set of nozzles.
c. Two or more rows of stationary blades.
d. Two sets of nozzles.
e. One set of nozzles and blades.
A
With velocity compounding, the total pressure drop occurs across the first stationary inlet nozzle. The velocity is
"absorbed" by the following 2 moving blades. The two moving blades are separated by a stationary blade.
In a/an _____ turbine there is a difference in pressure across the _____ blades. Therefore the steam will tend to
_____ around the periphery of the blades instead of passing through them.
1) Impulse.
2) Moving.
3) Reaction.
4) Drip.
5) Stationary.
6) Leak
a. 1, 2, 4.
b. 3, 5, 6.
c. 3, 2, 6.
d. 1, 5, 4.
e. 1, 5, 6.
C
The pressure at the outlet from the moving blades is the same as the pressure at the inlet to the moving blades in
a/an turbine.
a. Topping.
b. Reaction.
c. Back pressure.
d. Impulse.
e. Extraction
D
During start up of a steam turbine the thrust block is pushed against a stop in the direction of the exhaust for:
a. Maximum seal clearance.
b. Minimum seal clearance.
c. Maximum blade efficiency.
d. Maximum blade clearance.
e. Minimum blade clearance.
D
Proper expansion of steam through a turbine nozzle depends on what?
1. Operation at the design pressure.
2. Operation at the design rotational speed.
3. Operation at the design temperature.
4. Selection of the proper nozzle material.
a. 1, 2
b. 2, 3
c. 3, 4
d. 1, 3
e. 2, 4
D
Carbon rings, when used for turbine shaft seal require:
a. Lubrication
b. Constant supervision
c. No lubrication
d. Monthly replacement
e. Soft packing between each ring
C
Typical applications for turbines could be:
1) Feedwater pumps.
2) Blowers.
3) Chemical feed pumps.
4) Electrical generation.
a. 1, 2
b. 3, 4
c. 1, 2, 3
d. 1, 2, 4
e. 2, 3, 4
D
In a reaction turbine:
a. 1, 2
b. 3, 4
c. 1, 2, 3
d. 2, 3, 4
e. 1, 2, 3, 4
B
A reaction turbine has:
a. Rows of stationary nozzles and moving blades.
b. Rows of stationary blades alternating with rows of moving blades.
c. A force on the blades produced according to Newton's 2nd Law of Motion.
d. A pressure increase in the nozzles.
e. A velocity drop in the stationary blades.
B
Disc rotors:
a. 1, 2
b. 3, 4
c. 1, 2, 3
d. 2, 3, 4
e. 1, 2, 3, 4
C - The disc centre opening is 0.1% smaller than the shaft
In an impulse turbine the enthalpy of the steam as it passes through the stationary nozzles.
a. Stays the same.
b. Increases.
c. Fluctuates.
d. Disappears.
e. Decreases.
E
When the exit pressure of a steam turbine nozzle is less than _____ times the inlet pressure then a _____ nozzle
will be used.
a. 0.757, convergent
b. 0.577, convergent-divergent
c. 0.757, convergent-divergent
d. 0.757, convergent
e. 0.577, convergent or convergent-divergent
B
The distinguishing feature of a reaction turbine is the fact that the pressure drop across the _____ blades.
a. Cutting.
b. Moving.
c. Sectional.
d. Stationary.
e. Angular.
B
Which of Newton's Laws applies to a force being applied to an impulse turbine blade?
a. 1st
b. 2nd
c. 3rd
d. 4th
e. 1st and 3rd
B
In a reaction turbine the steam pressure drops across both the fixed and moving blades while the steam's _____
rises in the fixed blades and drops in the moving blades.
a. Pressure.
b. Temperature.
c. Flow.
d. Level.
e. Velocity.
E
Disc rotors made from a solid forging are:
1) More efficient than built-up rotors.
2) Fully balanced.
3) Expensive.
4) Strong.
a. 1, 2
b. 2, 3
c. 3, 4
d. 1, 2, 3
e. 2, 3, 4
E
The entrance angle of a reaction blade is:
a. Parallel to the rotational direction.
b. Low so as to reduce frictional losses.
c. Almost 90 degrees.
d. Is the same as the exit angle.
e. Set at 45 degrees to the nozzle angle.
C
The purpose of compounding in a steam turbine is to:
a. Create pressure velocity compounding.
b. Reduce steam and blade velocity.
c. Create higher rotational speeds.
d. Allow the use of higher steam pressures.
e. Allow the use of smaller turbines.
B
When turbine blade velocity is equal to one half the steam velocity, then exiting steam:
a. 1, 3
b. 3, 4
c. 1, 2, 3
d. 2, 3, 4
e. 1, 2, 3, 4
A
Couplings:
1. Transmit power from one shaft to another.
2. Depend on the shear force of the bolts to transmit the power.
3. Compensate for axial expansion and contraction of the rotor.
4. Are an integral part of the shaft on larger turbine.
a. 1, 2, 3, 4.
b. 1, 2, 3.
c. 1, 3, 4.
d. 1, 3.
e. 2, 3.
A
Advantages of the steam turbine include:
1. High rotational speed.
2. Low rub speed.
3. High efficiency.
4. Low size to output capacity.
5. Can be reversible.
a. 1, 2, 3.
b. 2, 3, 5.
c. 1, 3, 4.
d. 1, 2, 4.
e. 3, 4, 5.
C
A steam turbine balance piston is fitted with _____ to ensure a tight seal.
a. Carbon ring seals.
b. Blade seals.
c. Water seals.
d. Diaphragms.
e. Labyrinth seals.
E
Where would you expect to find a turbine that can be reversed:
a. Pulp mill.
b. Pas plant.
c. Amusement park.
d. Petroleum process plant.
e. Ships.
E
Of all the heat engines and prime movers the steam turbine is considered to be:
a. Nearest to the ideal.
b. Least efficient.
c. Too expensive to maintain.
d. Too slow in rotational speed.
e. Low in capacity to weight ratio.
A
The steam turbine is an ideal prime mover because:
a. 1, 2, 3
b. 1, 3, 4
c. 1, 4
d. 2, 3
e. 3, 4
C
Centrifugal forces increase with the _____ of the speed.
a. 10 to the 4th power
b. cube
c. 10 to the 5th power
d. square
e. 10 to the 1st power
D
Throttling of steam through a valve is an:
a. Isobaric process.
b. Isothermal process.
c. Polytropic process.
d. Isenthalpic process.
e. Polytropic process.
D
With a condensing turbine the _____ heat in the exhaust steam is transferred to the cooling water.
a. Residual
b. Latent
c. Leftover
d. Superheated
e. Sensible
B
Rotors for high outputs and high temperatures are generally made of _____ steels:
a. Chromium
b. Chromium-nickel
c. Nickel-molybdenum
d. Chromium-nickel-molybdenum
e. Copper-nickel-bronze
D
What are the two disadvantages of an impulse turbine?
1 - High centrifugal forces on the buckets
Reaction turbines. If blades were attached to the rotor the disc design would create large axial thrust on the rotor.
The volume of steam is the same in the second set but the velocity is lower so the larger size allows for the same
impulse force to be applied
What is the advantage of pressure-velocity compounding?
High steam pressures can be utilized to obtain relatively low rotational speeds
What is a double flow turbine? What is the advantage?
Steam flows in two directions relative to the turbine shaft.
It eliminates end thrust.
Tandem Compounding
What might be between the shafts of the LP and HP turbines in a tandem compounding arrangement?
A reducing gear because of the different speeds of the two sections.
What is a reheated turbine?
The entire steam flow is extracted part way through the turbine, reheated, then returned immediately downstream
of where it was extracted.
What are used to align the casing of a turbine when bolting it together?
Dowel pins
What are double casings used for?
Very high steam pressure applications
What is the purpose of sentinel valves?
To alert the operator of high pressure by a high pitched whistling sound.
a. 1, 2, 4
b. 1, 2, 3
c. 1, 4
d. 2, 3
e. 2, 4
C
A jacking oil pump is used to:
1) Make slight adjustments to the turbine bearing housings during overhaul to maintain
alignment
2) Supply oil to a hydraulic motor for the turning gear
3) Supply oil to the bearings under the shaft at all times so lubrication is assured
4) Supply a high volume of oil at high pressure
a. 1, 2, 3
b. 2, 3, 4
c. 1, 3, 4
d. 1, 2, 3, 4
e. None of the above
E - It supplies oil under the bearings but not "at all times." Only before startup. It is shut off
when the speed is above 50-60 rpm
In a nuclear power station a _____________ supplies heat through a _________ to the working
fluid in place of a steam plant boiler.
1) reactor
2) heat exchanger
3) burner
4) pump
a. 1, 2
b. 1, 3
c. 3, 2
d. 1, 4
e. 2, 4
A
In a nuclear power plant circulating coolant picks up heat in the reactor and rejects it to the
_______________ in the steam cycle by means of a heat exchanger.
a. hotwell
b. condenser
c. working fluid
d. turbine
e. feed pump
C
With _________ a series of nozzle valves opens in sequence as the load increases. This type
of governing is most efficient and is used for impulse turbines.
a. throttle governing
b. nozzle governing
c. speed governing
d. by-pass governing
e. overload governing
B
Throttle governing uses a single large control valve so when the steam is throttled the
_______ , thus increasing turbine efficiency.
a. small
b. impulse
c. low pressure
d. reaction
e. impulse and reaction
E
_________________ is the percent change in speed required for load change equal to the
rated.
a. Speed governor
b. Governor speed drop
c. Governor speed increase
d. Throttle governing
e. Integral band
B
The two types of Governors used on steam turbines are:
a. 2, 4
b. 1, 3
c. 1, 2
d. 3, 4
e. 2, 3
A
Back pressure and extraction turbines use _________ in connection with ___________.
a. 1, 2
b. 1, 3
c. 2, 3
d. 3, 4
e. 4, 1
B
In an/a ____________ , the spring loaded tripping bolt has a center of gravity slightly off the
centre of the shaft.
a. 1, 3, 6
b. 2, 4, 5
c. 3, 4, 6
d. 2, 4, 6
e. 3, 4, 5
B
When starting up a turbine it is not necessary to open trap bypasses as the traps will remove
condensate as it is produced.
a. True
b. False
B - This must be done prior to startup
Sealing steam to the turbine glands is admitted ___________ is put in operation.
a. before the extraction pump
b. before the condenser circulating water pump
c. after the air ejector
d. after the extraction pump
e. after the throttle valve is open
D
The extraction (condensate) pump is put into operation ______ the ______.
1) before
2) after
3) air ejector
4) jack oil pump
5) condenser circulating water pump
a. 1, 3
b. 2, 3
c. 1, 4
d. 1, 5
e. 2, 5
A
The jacking oil pump supplies lubricating oil to the:
a. Speed
b. Temperature
c. Flow
d. Time
e. Pressure
E
The overspeed trip a turbine is usually set to trip the mechanism when it reaches _____ of
operating speed.
a. 100%.
b. 105%.
c. 110%.
d. 115%.
e. 120%.
C - Book says 10 to 12% above normal operating speed
A jacking oil pump is used to:
1. Make slight adjustments to the turbine bearing housings during overhaul to maintain
alignment.
2. Supply oil under the shaft of the bearing for a specific time.
3. Supply oil to the bearings under the shaft at all times so lubrication is assured.
4. Supply a low volume of oil at high pressure.
a. 1, 2, 3.
b. 2, 3, 4.
c. 1, 3, 4.
d. 3, 4.
e. 2, 4.
E
Bypass governing allows:
a. Increased load at increased efficiency.
b. Decreased load at increased efficiency.
c. Increased load at decreased efficiency.
d. Decreased load at decreased efficiency.
e. No change on load and efficiency.
C
The jacking oil pump supplies oil at a pressure of _____ kPa.
a. 8000.
b. 9000.
c. 10,000.
d. 11,000.
e. 12,000.
C - There's a section in the book that says 8,000 to 10,000
The main oil pump supplies lubricating oil to the:
a. Side of the bearing
b. Center of the turbine shaft
c. Thrust bearing
d. Top of the bearings
e. Bottom of the bearings
D
Turbines used to drive auxiliary equipment are usually lubricated by:
a. Grease nipples.
b. Oil impregnated bushings.
c. Ring-oiled bearings.
d. Self-lubricated sealed bearings.
e. Hand.
C
Oil in a typical turbine lube oil system is supplied to various components at _____ pressure/s.
a. 1
b. 2
c. 3
d. 4
e. 5
B
Lubricating oil for a turbine may:
1. Lubricate bearings.
2. Lubricate gears.
3. Operate throttle valves.
4. Be supplied to a governor.
a. 1, 2
b. 3, 4
c. 1, 2, 3
d. 2, 3, 4
e. 1, 2, 3, 4
A
The high-pressure oil system of a typical turbine supplies oil to:
a. Bearings.
b. Gears.
c. Emergency stop valves.
d. The oil purifier.
e. The auxiliary oil pump.
C
In order to supply oil at two different pressures, a typical turbine lube oil system has:
a. One centrifugal pump and one reciprocating positive displacement pump.
b. One shaft driven pump comprising both high and low pressure sections.
c. One shaft drive high pressure pump and an electric low pressure pump.
d. A pressure reducing valve.
e. A separate pump for each system.
D
A barring gear turns a turbine over via:
a. Reduction gears.
b. Direct drive.
c. A hydraulic coupling.
d. A limited slip clutch.
e. A hand operated crank.
A
The jacking oil pump is shut down when the turbine reaches a speed of approximately _____
rpm.
a. 5-10
b. 20-30
c. 40-50
d. 50-60
e. 0-80
D
Turbines fall under two general classes, _____ or _____.
1. Condensing.
2. Tandem.
3. Those that exhaust at or above atmospheric pressure.
4. Compound.
a. 1, 2
b. 1, 3
c. 1, 4
d. 2, 3
e. 2, 4
B
Steam that has passed through a turbine may pass directly to:
1. A superheater.
2. A reheater.
3. A feed heater.
4. An economizer.
a. 1, 2
b. 3, 4
c. 2, 3
d. 1, 2, 3
e. 2, 3, 4
C
In a turbine circuit, feed heaters and deaerators serve to:
a. Use up excess steam.
b. Increase efficiency.
c. Provide load during low demand periods.
d. Lighten the load on the condenser.
e. Increase turbine output.
B
The advantage of mechanical-hydraulic governors is:
a. No flyweights are required.
b. A separate high pressure oil system is not required.
c. A low amount of control air is required.
d. Mechanical losses are greatly reduced.
e. There is no direct linkage to the turbine shaft.
D
A simple mechanical governor uses a _____ attached to the end of the turbine shaft.
a. Governor.
b. Speed pickup.
c. Set of weights.
d. Gear.
e. Pressure sensor.
C
A speed sensitive governor may be:
1. Proportional.
2. Mechanical.
3. Mechanical-hydraulic.
4. Electronic-hydraulic.
a. 1, 2
b. 3, 4
c. 1, 2, 3
d. 2, 3, 4
e. 1, 2, 3, 4
D
In a mechanical-hydraulic governor system, what is the purpose of the auxiliary oil pump?
a. It provides oil pressure in case of a main pump failure.
b. It provides oil pressure to the bearings.
c. It provides oil pressure to the governor system.
d. It provides oil pressure during start-up of the turbine.
e. It boosts the main pump's pressure.
D
An electronic-hydraulic governor system uses:
a. High pressure oil from the turbine oil system.
b. A separate fluid power unit for high pressure oil.
c. Oil pressure of approximately 3000-4000 kPa.
d. Pressure oil from the turbine oil system and boosts it to approximately 8200-11000 kPa.
e. Flyweights similar to a mechanical-hydraulic governor.
B
A mechanical overspeed trip is designed to _____ in the event of an overspeed condition.
a. Prevent the turbine's speed from exceeding 150% of its rated speed.
b. Activate an alarm.
c. Drop the turbine's load.
d. Shut off the turbine's steam supply.
e. Throttle the inlet steam.
D
When starting a large condensing or extraction turbine, the lubricating oil pump is usually
started:
a. Just before the turbine is rotated.
b. One half hour before the turbine is rotated.
c. 2-3 hours before the turbine is rotated.
d. 6-8 hours before the turbine is rotated.
e. The pump is left running at all times.
C
When starting a turbine, a speed of 200-300 rpm is maintained for what purpose?
a. To allow the barring gear time to disengage.
b. To allow the operator time to listen for rubbing or other unusual noises.
c. To ensure all controls are functioning.
d. To warm up the rotor and casing.
e. To ensure the lube oil system is operating correctly.
D
The warm-up time required of a turbine is dependent on:
a. How quickly the turbine is required.
b. The manufacturer's instructions.
c. The size of the turbine.
d. The type of turbine.
e. Whether the steam is dry or wet.
C
When shutting down a turbine, the first thing done is:
a. Turn off the lube oil cooling water.
b. Test the emergency trip.
c. Start the auxiliary oil pump.
d. Shut off the steam supply.
e. Reduce the load to zero.
E
The barring gear:
a. Is started when the lube oil temperature reaches 35-40C.
b. Is started when the jacking oil pump pressure reaches 3000-4000 kPa.
c. Is used only when starting a turbine.
d. Should disengage and automatically shut down steam admission starts the turbine shaft
turning.
e. Should be disengaged before turning over the turbine.
D
Overspeed trips:
a. Are an optional device on a turbine.
b. Are linked to the speed pickup.
c. Are independent of the governing system.
d. Can be disabled to test critical speeds.
e. May be mechanical, hydraulic, or mechanical-hydraulic.
C
When first starting a turbine, the purpose of admitting only enough steam to turn the turbine
over very slowly is to:
a. Allow the operator time to listen for rubbing or other unusual noises.
b. Eliminate hogging.
c. Ensure that the jacking oil system is up to pressure.
d. Warm up the turbine.
e. Make sure the control room is ready for the turbine.
A
On startup of a large condensing turbine, the cooling water to the oil cooler is turned on:
a. Before the jacking oil pump.
b. At the same time as the lubricating oil pump.
c. When the oil reaches normal operating temperatures.
d. When the jacking oil pump is shut down.
e. When it is convenient.
C
Nozzle governing is _____ throttle governing.
a. Less efficient than
b. Required with
c. More efficient than
d. Mandatory with
e. As efficient as
C
The two types of Governors used on steam turbines are:
1. Flow sensitive governor
2. Pressure sensitive governor
3. Temperature sensitive governor
4. Speed sensitive governor
a. 2,4
b. 1,4
c. 1,2
d. 2,3
e. 3, 4.
A
When steam is throttled through a valve:
1. Heat is gained
2. Heat is lost
3. Heat is neither gained nor lost
4. Superheat increases
5. Superheat decreases
6. Superheat neither increases nor decreases
7. Volume increases
8. Volume decreases
9. Volume neither increases nor decreases
10. Pressure increases
11. Pressure decreases
12. Pressure neither increases nor decreases
a. 3, 4, 7, 11
b. 1, 5, 8, 12
c. 2, 6, 9, 10
d. 3, 5, 8, 11
e. 4, 6, 8, 10.
A
If left at a standstill, while the turbine is still hot, the lower half of the rotor will cool of faster than
the upper half and the rotor will _____ or "hog"
a. Turn on it's own.
b. Bend upwards.
c. Twist.
d. Bend downwards.
e. Stall.
B
When a hydraulic overspeed trip operates:
1. High pressure oil forces the main steam valve shut
2. High pressure oil supply is shut off
3. The stop valve oil cylinder drain is closed
4. The stop valve oil cylinder drain is opened
5. A spring closes the main steam valve
6. The pilot drain is closed
a. 1,3,6
b. 2,4,5
c. 3,4,6
d. 2,4,6
e. 3,4,5.
B
In a back-pressure turbine the governor is _____ sensitive.
a. Speed
b. Temperature
c. Flow
d. Time
e. Pressure.
E
The overspeed trip a turbine is usually set to trip the mechanism when it reaches _____ of
operating speed.
a. 100%.
b. 105%.
c. 110%.
d. 115%.
e. 120%.
C
In an overspeed trip the spring loaded tripping bolt has a center of gravity:
a. Concentric with the shaft
b. Towards the nut end of the bolt
c. Towards the condenser end of the shaft
d. Towards the head end of the bolt
e. Towards the center of the bolt.
D
Throttle governing uses a single large control valve so when the steam is throttled the _____,
thus increasing turbine efficiency.
a. Superheat will increase
b. Superheat will decrease
c. Pressure will increase
d. Pressure will stay the same
e. Temperature will decrease.
A
A jacking oil pump is used to:
1. Make slight adjustments to the turbine bearing housings during overhaul to maintain
alignment.
2. Supply oil under the shaft of the bearing for a specific time.
3. Supply oil to the bearings under the shaft at all times so
lubrication is assured.
4. Supply a low volume of oil at high pressure.
a. 1, 2, 3.
b. 2, 3, 4.
c. 1, 3, 4.
d. 3, 4.
e. 2, 4.
E
Back pressure and extraction turbines uses _____ in connection with _____:
1. A pressure sensitive governor.
2. Throttle governing.
3. A speed sensitive governor.
4. By-pass governing.
a. 1, 2.
b. 1, 3.
c. 2, 3.
d. 3, 4.
e. 1, 4.
B
Overload governing is used on _____ turbines.
a. Small
b. Impulse
c. Low pressure
d. Reaction
e. Impulse and reaction.
E
A barring gear consists of an electric motor and several sets of reducing gears to turn the
turbine shaft at a low speed. It is used:
1. After stopping a hot turbine to prevent "hogging"
2. Only on small turbine
3. Continually when the turbine is not operating
4. Prior to start-up for several hours
a. 1, 2, 4
b. 1,2,3
c. 1,4
d. 2,3
e. 2, 4.
C
In an impulse turbine with _____ a series of nozzle valves opens in sequence as the load
increases.
a. Throttle governing.
b. Nozzle governing.
c. Speed governing.
d. By-pass governing.
e. Overload governing.
B
_____ is the percentage change in speed from no load to full load conditions.
a. Speed governor.
b. Governor speed droop.
c. Governor speed increase.
d. Throttle governing.
e. Integral band.
B
Bypass governing allows:
a. Increased load at increased efficiency.
b. Decreased load at increased efficiency.
c. Increased load at decreased efficiency.
d. Decreased load at decreased efficiency.
e. No change on load and efficiency.
C
In a nuclear power plant, circulating coolant picks up heat in the reactor and rejects it to the
_____ in the steam cycle by means of a heat exchanger.
a. Hotwell
b. Condenser
c. Working fluid
d. Turbine
e. Feed pump.
C
In a nuclear power station a _______ supplies heat through a _________ to the working fluid in
place of a steam plant boiler.
1. Reactor.
2. Heat exchanger.
3. Burner.
4. Pump.
a. 1, 2.
b. 1, 3.
c. 3, 2.
d. 1, 4.
e. 2,4
A
The jacking oil pump supplies oil at a pressure of _____ kPa.
a. 8000.
b. 9000.
c. 10,000.
d. 11,000.
e. 12,000.
C
The jacking oil pump supplies lubricating oil to the:
a. Side of the bearing.
b. Top of the bearing.
c. Center of the shaft.
d. Bottom of the bearings.
e. Thrust bearing.
D
In an/a _____, the spring loaded tripping bolt has a center of gravity slightly off the center of the
shaft.
a. Electric turning gear.
b. Nozzle.
c. Barring gear.
d. Shear pin coupling.
e. Overspeed trip.
E
The main oil pump supplies lubricating oil to the:
a. Side of the bearing
b Center of the turbine shaft
c. Thrust bearing
d. Top of the bearings
e. Bottom of the bearings.
D
Turbines used to drive auxiliary equipment are usually lubricated by:
a. Grease nipples.
b. Oil impregnated bushings.
c. Ring-oiled bearings.
d. Self-lubricated sealed bearings.
e. Hand.
C
Oil in a typical turbine lube oil system is supplied to various components at _____ pressure/s.
a. 1
b. 2
c. 3
d. 4
e. 5.
B
Lubricating oil for a turbine may:
1. Lubricate bearings.
2. Lubricate gears.
3. Operate throttle valves.
4. Be supplied to a governor.
a. 1,2
b. 3,4
c. 1,2,3
d. 2,3,4
e. 1,2,3,4.
E
The high-pressure oil system of a typical turbine supplies oil to:
a. Bearings.
b. Gears.
c. Emergency stop valves.
d. The oil purifier.
e. The auxiliary oil pump.
C
In order to supply oil at two different pressures, a typical turbinelube oil system has:
a. 1,2
b. 1,3
c. 1,4
d. 2,3
e. 2, 4
B
Steam that has passed through a turbine may pass directly to:
1. A superheater .
2. A reheater .
3. A feed heater .
4. An economizer.
a. 1,2
b. 3,4
c. 2,3
d. 1,2,3
e. 2,3,4.
C
In a turbine circuit, feed heaters and directors serve to:
a. Use up excess steam.
b. Increase efficiency.
c. Provide load during low demand periods.
d. Lighten the load on the condenser.
e. Increase turbine output.
B
The advantage of mechanical-hydraulic governors is:
a. No flyweights are required.
b. A separate high pressure oil system is not required.
c. A low amount of control air is required.
d. Mechanical losses are greatly reduced.
e. There is no direct linkage to the turbine shaft.
D
A simple mechanical governor uses a _____ attached to the end of the turbine shaft.
a. Governor.
b. Speed pickup.
c. Set of weights.
d. Gear.
e. Pressure sensor .
C
A speed sensitive governor may be:
1. Proportional.
2. Mechanical.
3. Mechanical-hydraulic.
4. Electronic-hydraulic.
a. 1,2
b. 3,4
c. 1,2,3
d. 2,3,4
e. 1,2,3,4.
D
In a mechanical-hydraulic governor system, what is the purpose of the auxiliary oil pump?
a. It provides oil pressure in case of a main pump failure.
b. It provides oil pressure to the bearings.
c. It provides oil pressure to the governor system.
d. It provides oil pressure during start-up of the turbine.
e. It boosts the main pump's pressure.
D
An electronic-hydraulic governor system uses:
a. High pressure oil from the turbine oil system.
b. A separate fluid power unit for high pressure oil.
c. Oil pressure of approximately 3000-4000 kPa.
d. Pressure oil from the turbine oil system and boosts it to
approximately 8200-11000 kPa.
e. Flyweights similar to a mechanical-hydraulic governor.
B
A mechanical overspeed trip is designed to _____ in the event of an overspeed condition.
a. Prevent the turbine's speed from exceeding 150% of its rated speed.
b. Activate an alarm.
c. Drop the turbine's load.
d. Shut off the turbine's steam supply.
e. Throttle the inlet steam.
D
When starting a large condensing or extraction turbine, the lubricating oil pump is usually
started:
a. Just before the turbine is rotated.
b. One half hour before the turbine is rotated.
c. 2-3 hours before the turbine is rotated.
d. 6-8 hours before the turbine is rotated.
e. The pump is left running at all times.
C
The extraction (condensate) pump is put into operation _____ the _____.
1. Before.
2. After .
3. Air ejector.
4. Jack oil pump.
5. Condenser circulating water pump.
a. 1, 3
b. 2, 3
c. 1, 4
d. 1, 5
e. 2, 5.
A
When starting a turbine, a speed of 200-300 rpm is maintained for what purpose?
a. To allow the barring gear time to disengage.
b. To allow the operator time to listen for rubbing or other
unusual noises.
c. To ensure all controls are functioning.
d. To warm up the rotor and casing.
e. To ensure the lube oil system is operating correctly.
D
The warm-up time required of a turbine is dependant on:
a. How quickly the turbine is required.
b. The manufacturer's instructions.
c. The size of the turbine.
d. The type of turbine.
e. Whether the steam is dry or wet.
C
When shutting down a turbine, the first thing done is:
a. Turn off the lube oil cooling water.
b. Test the emergency trip.
c. Start the auxiliary oil pump.
d. Shut off the steam supply.
e. Reduce the load to zero.
E
Sealing steam to the turbine glands is admitted _____ is put in operation
a. Before the extraction pump.
b. Before the condenser circulating water pump.
c. After the air ejector.
d. After the extraction pump.
e. After the throttle valve is open.
D
The barring gear:
a. Is started when the lube oil temperature reaches 35-40°C.
b. Is started when the jacking oil pump pressure reaches 3000-
4000 kPa.
c. Is used only when starting a turbine.
d. Should disengage and automatically shut down steam
admission starts the turbine shaft turning.
e. Should be disengaged before turning over the turbine.
D
Overspeed trips:
a. Are an optional device on a turbine.
b. Are linked to the speed pickup.
c. Are independent of the governing system.
d. Can be disabled to test critical speeds.
e. May be mechanical, hydraulic, or mechanical-hydraulic.
C
When first starting a turbine, the purpose of admitting only enough steam to turn the turbine
over very slowly is to:
a. Allow the operator time to listen for rubbing or other unusual
noises.
b. Eliminate hogging.
c. Ensure that the jacking oil system is up to pressure.
d. Warm up the turbine.
e. Make sure the control room is ready for the turbine.
A
On startup of a large condensing turbine, the cooling water to the oil cooler is turned on:
a. Before the jacking oil pump.
b. At the same time as the lubricating oil pump.
c. When the oil reaches normal operating temperatures.
d. When the jacking oil pump is shut down.
e. When it is convenient.
C
Nozzle governing is _____ throttle governing.
a. Less efficient than
b. Required with
c. More efficient than
d. Mandatory with
e. As efficient as.
C
Heat transfer takes place from a ________.
1) Temperature difference
2) Thermal resistance to heat flow at the material separating
the two fluids
3) Area of transmitting surface
a. 1
b. 1, 2
c. 1, 2, 3
d. 2, 3
e. 3, 1
C
In a steam turbine condenser the temperature difference from exhaust steam to cooling water
will:
a. hot well
b. condenser
c. feed pump
d. circulating pump
e. deaerator
B
If the cooling water for a condenser, taken from a cooling tower is high in dissolved oxygen, the
ability of the condenser to act as a deaerator is ____________ .
a. surface condenser
b. counterflow condenser
c. down flow condenser
d. radial flow condenser
e. jet condenser
D
The purposes of a surface condenser is to:
a. 1, 2, 3
b. 2, 3, 4
c. 1, 2, 4
d. 1, 3, 4
e. 1, 2, 3, 4
A
A surface condenser may be ________________ .
1) oval
2) triangular
3) cylindrical
4) rectangular
5) hexagon
a. 1, 2, 3
b. 2, 3, 4
c. 3, 4, 5
d. 1, 2, 5
e. 1, 3, 4
E
Allowances must be made for differential expansion of the tubes and shell. Packed tube-ends
may allow the tube to move ____________ .
a. Admiralty brass
b. Cast iron
c. Muntz metal
d. Low carbon steel
e. Steel alloy
B
Air in a surface condenser:
a. 1, 2, 3
b. 2, 3, 4
c. 1, 3, 4
d. 1, 2, 4
e. 2, 3
D
The cooling water for the air ejectors on a surface condenser is _____________ .
a. row water
b. treated water
c. condensate
d. river water
e. distilled water
C
1) pH test
2) electrical conductivity test
3) plastic wrapping test
4) silver nitrate test
5) fluorescing dye test
a. 2, 4
b. 1, 2, 5
c. 2, 3, 4
d. 1, 3
e. 3, 4
A
Under normal operating conditions a surface condenser, the atmospheric relief valve is held
closed by ___________.
a. a spring
b. vacuum
c. atmospheric pressure
d. water pressure
e. pressure difference between the atmosphere outside and the vacuum in the shell
E
The _____________ function is to continually extract the condensate from the condenser
hotwell and pump it through the air ejector coolers.
a. extraction pump
b. circulating pump
c. vacuum pump
d. feed water pump
e. cooling water pump
A
The condenser extraction pump suction operates at pressures ______________.
a. Shaft sleeves
b. Labyrinth seals
c. Mechanical seals
d. Carbon rings
e. Water sealed glands
E
Feedwater heaters use _____________ of bleed steam to heat feedwater.
a. sensible heat
b. latent heat
c. super heat
d. sensible and latent heat
e. sensible and super heat
B
Low-pressure feedwater heaters are exposed on the waterside to the discharge pressure of the
_______________ pump.
a. circulating
b. extraction
c. cooling water
d. boiler feedwater
e. air ejector
B
High-pressure feedwater heaters are exposed on the waterside to the discharge pressure of the
______________ pump.
a. extraction
b. cooling water
c. boiler feedwater
d. circulating
e. air ejector
C
Low-pressure feedwater heaters commonly use a __________ design.
a. straight-tube
b. "U" tube
c. "c" tube
d. bent tube
e. low tube
A
High-pressure feedwater heaters commonly use a _______ design for thermal expansion and
contraction.
a. "c" tube
b. straight tube
c. low tube
d. "U" tube
e. bent tube
D
An extraction pump is usually a:
a. Single stage centrifugal pump.
b. Multi-stage centrifugal pump.
c. Positive displacement pump.
d. Turbine pump.
e. Double acting reciprocating pump.
B
Condenser tubes can be installed with:
1. Ferrules.
2. Metallic or fiber packing.
3. Roll expanders.
4. A combination of the above.
5. Collar bolts.
a. 1, 2, 3
b. 2, 4, 5
c. 3, 4, 5
d. 1, 2, 3, 4
e. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
D
Silver nitrate can be used to detect condenser leaks:
a. If the leaks aren't too big.
b. If the cooling water is salty.
c. But a lab is required.
d. Using a sample drawn from the cooling water.
e. By indicating an increase in conductivity.
B
A group title "heat exchanger" would include:
1. Air heaters.
2. Oil coolers.
3. Oil burners.
4. Chimney.
5. Air heater.
6. Electrostatic precipitator.
7. Forced draft fan.
8. Deaerator.
a. 3, 5, 7.
b. 4, 6, 8.
c. 1, 2, 5, 8.
d. 1, 3, 6, 8.
e. 2, 4, 5, 7.
C
What are the main dangers that a condenser must be guarded against?
1. Rise in condensate.
2. Contamination of condensate.
3. Increase in backpressure.
4. Vibration.
a. 1, 2
b. 2, 3
c. 3, 4
d. 1, 2, 3
e. 2, 3, 4
D
The use of feedwater heaters results in less steam being exhausted to the condenser and:
a. Increases the cooling demand on the condenser.
b. Decreases the vacuum in the condenser.
c. The turbine works harder.
d. Decreases the cycle efficiency.
e. Increases the cycle efficiency.
E
Condenser tubes can be installed with/by:
1. Ferrules.
2. Metallic or fiber packing.
3. Roll expanding.
4. A combination of roll expanding and ferrules.
a. 1, 2, 3.
b. 2, 3, 4.
c. 1, 2, 4.
d. 1, 3, 4.
e. 1, 2, 3, 4.
E
Extraction pump seals on the pump's low-pressure side are usually sealed with what?
a. Grease.
b. Carbon seals.
c. Stuffing boxes.
d. Pump discharge water.
e. Nothing is required.
D
A condenser is most efficient when:
1. Only sensible heat is removed.
2. Only latent heat is removed.
3. No sensible heat is removed.
4. No latent heat is removed.
5. A combination of latent and sensible heat is removed.
a. 1, 2
b. 2, 3
c. 3, 4
d. 3, 4
e. 5
B
Types of "contact" condensers include:
a. 1, 2
b. 2, 3
c. 3, 4
d. 1, 3
e. 2, 4
E
The cooling medium for surface condensers may be:
1. Water from a river.
2. Air.
3. Water from a cooling tower.
4. Refrigerant systems.
a. 1, 2
b. 3, 4
c. 1, 2, 3
d. 2, 3, 4
e. 1, 2, 3, 4
C
In a steam plant, the condenser is:
a. Where the greatest increase in efficiency takes place.
b. Is slung underneath the turbine.
c. The largest single heat loss in the steam power cycle.
d. Takes water from the feed heaters.
e. Categorized as "contact" or "integral".
C
Jet condensers:
a. Deliver feedwater directly to the deaerator.
b. Are not in common service.
c. Require that the entire cooling water quantity be chemically treated.
d. Use an air ejector to remove air.
e. Require a pump to remove water from the condenser.
B
Surface water cooled condensers may be classified as:
1. Radial flow.
2. Cross flow.
3. Central flow.
4. Down flow.
a. 1, 2
b. 2, 4
c. 1, 2, 3
d. 1, 3, 4
e. 2, 3, 4
D
The difference between a jet condenser and a barometric jet condenser is:
a. Condensate is pumped from the barometric jet condenser.
b. The jet condenser operates at a pressure above barometric.
c. In a barometric condenser, the water is pumped out of the unit.
d. In a barometric condenser, the water flows out by gravity.
e. The length of the barometric leg.
D
In a low-level type jet condenser because of _____, water must be pumped out of the
condenser.
a. Code requirements.
b. Internal vacuum.
c. Operating procedures.
d. Internal baffles.
e. Induced water flow.
B
A high condensate level:
a. Is difficult to detect.
b. Decreases the backpressure of the turbine.
c. Could cause non-condensable gases to accumulate in the condenser.
d. Is caused by faulty extraction pumps.
e. Could be caused by a malfunctioning rupture disc.
C
How does air enter a condenser?
1. Air pumps.
2. Gland leaks.
3. Carried in with steam.
4. Leaky flanges.
a. 1, 2
b. 3, 4
c. 1, 2, 3
d. 2, 3, 4
e. 1, 2, 3, 4
D
Thermal deaeration heats the condensate to the boiling point liberating all:
a. Suspended gases.
b. Suspended solids.
c. Dissolved solids.
d. Dissolved gases.
e. Dissolved ions.
A
With a condensing turbine the _____ heat in the exhaust steam is transferred to the cooling
water.
a. Residual
b. Latent
c. Leftover
d. Superheated
e. Sensible
B
To reduce cavitation what type of extraction pump is often used?
a. A pump with high net positive suction head.
b. A double acting reciprocating pump.
c. A vertical well type pump.
d. A positive displacement pump with a separate suction chamber.
e. A single stage centrifugal pump.
C
A condenser's tube arrangement that makes it possible to reheat and deaerate the condensate
with available steam in the condenser is termed
a. Regenerative.
b. Degenerative.
c. Progressive.
d. Cumulative.
e. Administrative.
A
Sub-cooling of the condensate in a surface condenser decreases the
a. Deaerating action.
b. Evaporation action.
c. Aerating action.
d. Oxygen absorption.
e. Heat losses.
A
When the condensate is sub-cooled in a surface condenser the
a. Thermal cycle efficiency remains the same.
b. Evaporation increases.
c. Thermal cycle efficiency increases.
d. Evaporation decreases.
e. Thermal cycle efficiency decreases.
E
A safety valve is fitted on the _____ side of a feedwater heater.
a. Under
b. Water
c. Water and steam
d. Top of the water
e. Steam
E
A pressure relief valve is fitted to the water, side of a feedwater heater in case:
a. The level control on the deaerator shuts-off.
b. Of expansion of the water when the waterside is isolated.
c. The temperature of the water becomes excessive.
d. The level in feed water heater is too high.
e. The steam pressure is excessive.
B
The deaerator is equipped with a loop-seal to prevent re-circulation of:
a. Non-condensables.
b. Water vapors.
c. Condensate.
d. Steam.
e. Cooling water.
B
If the condensate in a surface condenser is sub-cooled it will quickly absorb:
a. Nitrogen
b. Ammonia
c. Oxygen
d. Sulphur
e. Carbon dioxide
C
A _____ works on the principle of cool air contacting and removing heat from warm water.
a. Shell and tube exchanger.
b. Circulating pump.
c. Cooling tower.
d. Evaporator.
e. Deaerator.
C
The deaerator must be designed to heat the condensate to the boiling point at the rate at that it
is pumped by the _____ pump.
a. Circulating
b. Cooling
c. Extraction
d. Surge
e. Injection
C
If the drain from the first low pressure heater is drained back to the condenser, a considerable
amount of _____ is lost in the condenser.
a. Water
b. Latent heat
c. Sensible heat
d. Time
e. Steam
C
In a surface condenser, steam flow is directed by:
a. The hotwell location.
b. Baffles.
c. Supports.
d. The tube sheets.
e. Divisions in the shell.
B
A condenser shell may be fitted with an expansion joint if the:
a. Expected temperature differentials will be greater than 20 C.
b. Condenser tubes are U-shaped.
c. Condenser is of welded construction.
d. Condenser tubes are expanded into the tube sheets.
e. Tube sheets are made of Admiralty brass.
D
What is a side benefit of a condenser?
It acts like a deaerator in that it removes air and other non-condensible gases from the
steam/condensate.
What pressure should the condenser be capable of maintaining?
A vacuum of somewhere around 6.9 kPa absolute
How much is the efficiency of the turbine improved by with the addition of a condenser? How is
it achieved?
Efficiency is 50% improved.
This is achieved by allowing the steam in the turbine to expand to a lower pressure which
utilizes more of the heat energy.
What is the largest heat exchanger in a steam plant?
The condenser
Why is the condenser the largest heat loss in a steam cycle?
Because the latent heat is transferred to the cooling water and then lost to atmosphere via a
cooling tower
Thermal Efficiencies:
- Exhausting to atmosphere
- Condensing
- Exhaust steam used for heating or process work
20%
30%
80%
What is the most common type of condenser?
Surface Type (the other being the contact type)
How do jet condensers work?
They spray cooling water into direct contact with the incoming exhaust stream. The combined
cooling water and condensate drain into the hotwell
What is required when a "low-level jet condenser" is used and why?
A pump to remove water from the condenser. This is due to its lower elevation and vacuum in
the condenser which results in a lower pressure head.
What type of pump is connected to the top of jet condensers?
Air extraction pumps
If there is excess condensate in the hotwell of a jet condenser, where does it end up?
It overflows or is pumped into the cooling pond
What are two main differences with a barometric jet condenser as it relates to a standard jet
condenser?
The steam rises up through trays and is met by falling cooling water.
What causes a vacuum in an ejector condenser?
The cooling water passes through a series of convergent nozzles. These increase the velocity
and that creates ares of low pressure.
In a water cooled condenser, where does the cooling water flow? Where does the steam flow?
Through the tubes. The steam flows through the shell.
What do steam lanes in a condenser do?
Act as passages to allow some of the steam to flow down to the hotwell to heat and deaerate
the condensate
What are radial flow condensers?
Condensers where the flow of steam is from the outside toward the centre of the condenser
When is a condenser shell fitted with an expansion joint to allow longitudinal movement?
When the design requires the tubes to be expanded into their tube sheets at both ends
What are condenser tube plates made out of?
Admiralty brass or Muntz metal
How do small diameter tubes in a condenser give a larger heating surface?
More tubes can be utilized.
High pressure feed water heaters have their water side exposed to the discharge pressure of
the boiler feed pump
How long is the tailpipe on a barometric jet condenser?
10.5 meters
What is the difference between an ejector condenser and an air ejector?
Ejector Condenser - Cooling water flows down through the ejector condenser through a series
of convergent nozzles. This creates a vacuum and also condenses the steam by contact
between the steam and the cooling water.
Air Ejector - Steam is sprayed through a nozzle. The low pressure created draws in non-
condensible gasses
The gas turbine system is:
a. 1, 2, 3
b. 1, 2, 4
c. 1, 3, 4
d. 1, 2, 3, 4
e. 2, 3, 4
d
Gas turbine units are used:
1) For electrical generation
2) Where energy is produced for process plants
3) Where waste gases from the process may be used to drive the gas turbine
4) Where high thermal efficiency is required
a. 1, 2, 3
b. 1, 3, 4
c. 2, 3, 4
d. 1, 2, 3, 4
e. 1, 2, 4
a
Gas turbines are used in large power plants to provide almost instant emergency power for:
a. 1, 2, 3
b. 1, 2, 4
c. 1, 3, 4
d. 2, 3, 4
e. 1, 2, 3, 4
b
Gas turbines are far superior to other types of engines in their:
a. Fuel consumption
b. Efficiency
c. Lubricating oil consumption
d. Power per mass ratio
e. Fuel usage
d
A closed cycle gas turbine system:
a. 1, 2
b. 1, 3
c. 2, 3
d. 2, 4
e. 1, 4
b
In a gas turbine cycle using an intercooler the following advantages are obtained:
1) The specific volume of the air is reduced 2) The cooler air recovers more heat from the regenerator
3) The temperature of the second stage compressor will be increased thus increasing thermal efficiency
4) More of the turbine power can be available for the output load
a. 1, 2, 3
b. 1, 2, 4
c. 1, 3, 4
d. 2, 3, 4
e. 1, 2, 3, 4
b
The advantages of using a reheater in a gas turbine cycle are:
1) More air can be compressed
2) A small combustor may be used
3) Less air will have to be compressed in order to do the same amount of work
4) The thermal efficiency of the cycle will be improved
a. 1, 3
b. 1, 4
c. 2, 3
d. 2, 3
e. 3, 4
e
The purpose of a regenerator in a gas turbine is:
a. To clean the exhaust gases
b. To improve the efficiency of the turbine
c. To decrease the temperature in the combustion chamber
d. To raise the air temperature before compression
e. To decrease the air temperature after compression
b
The regenerator in a gas turbine cycle is located:
a. Second combustor
b. Heat exchanger
c. Vessel used to transfer heat from the exhaust gas to the working fluid before compression occurs
d. Increase the pressure of the working fluid in the system
e. Increase the temperature of the combustor's outlet
b
A gas turbine air compressor with an intercooler:
a. Has the intercooler located after the compressor
b. Increases the volume of air being supplied
c. Allows more output at the turbine
d. Used only with axial type compressors
e. Are not as efficient
c
The combustion chamber of a gas turbine:
a. 1, 2, 3, 4
b. 2, 3, 4, 5
c. 1, 3, 4, 5
d. 3 ,4 ,5
e. 1, 2, 4, 5
d
Which of the following are disadvantages of a gas turbine?
1) Complicated design
2) High manufacturing costs
3) Slow response to load change
4) Low efficiency
5) Suitable for low power applications
a. 1, 3, 5
b. 2, 3, 4
c. 3, 4, 5
d. 1, 4, 5
e. 1, 2, 3
e
The term peaking gas turbine refers to:
a. Light weight
b. Rapid load changers
c. More efficient
d. Use all different fuels
e. Fast starting
d
In simple gas turbines the air is compressed to the following maximum pressures:
a. 2000 kPa
b. 2500 kPa
c. 3000 kPa
d. 3500 kPa
e. 4000 kPa
c
Gas turbine final combustion temperatures in a simple gas turbine are:
a. 1500ºC
b. 1700ºC
c. 1800ºC
d. 2100ºC
e. 2200ºC
d
Gas Temperatures at the simple gas turbine inlet section are at maximum:
a. 580ºC
b. 770ºC
c. 875ºC
d. 920ºC
e. 1000ºC to 1500
e
Gas Temperatures at the exhaust of a simple gas turbine are at maximum:
a. 500°C
b. 540°C
c. 760°C
d. 680°C
e. 640°C
e
Aero-derivative engines are aircraft jet engines that:
a. The load
b. The combustion chambers
c. The starting motor
d. The compressor
e. The turbine blades
c
Closed cycle means:
a. 1, 3, 5
b. 1, 2, 3
c. 3, 4, 5
d. 1, 4, 5
e. 1, 3, 4
b
Gas Turbines enclosures are used to:
1) Protect equipment from the elements 2) Allows the incorporation of heat and gas detectors
3) Contains the gas turbine DCS controls 4) Keep the turbine from cooling down, more efficient
5) Provides ventilation systems
a. 1, 2, 3
b. 1, 2, 5
c. 2, 3, 4
d. 2, 3, 5
e. 3, 5, 1
b
Auxiliary systems on Gas Turbines are needed to:
1) Provide fuel at the proper temperature and pressures
2) Clean and treat fuels
3) Provide hydraulic fluid for bearing lubrication
4) Inject steam to clean the ducts and housing
5) Provide anti-icing
a. 1, 2, 3
b. 2, 3, 4
c. 3, 4, 5
d. 1, 2, 5
e. 2, 4, 5
d
Reducing gears on gas turbines are used:
a. To control speeds
b. To drive slower lube oil pumps
c. To drive slower hydraulic pumps
d. To match turbine and generator speeds
e. To increase horsepower
d
Advantages of gas turbines intakes are:
1) Remove contaminants
2) Prevent damage from foreign objects 3) Allow addition of special cooling systems 4) Smooth air flow into
the compressor
5) Decrease the velocity of the incoming air
a. 1, 2, 3, 4
b. 2, 3, 4, 5
c. 3, 4, 5, 1
d. 4, 5, 1, 2
e. 5, 1, 2, 3
a
Gas Turbines are rated by:
a. 1, 2, 3
b. 2, 3, 4
c. 3, 4, 5
d. 4, 5, 1
e. 1, 2, 5
d
Regenerators are installed:
a. Up to 2/3
b. Up to 1/3
c. Up to 1/2
d. Up to 3/4
e. Up to ¼
a
The purpose if a compressor diffuser is to:
a. 1, 2
b. 2, 3
c. 3, 4
d. 4, 5
e. 2, 4
e
In axial flow compressors, compression occurs by:
a. 0.9
b. 0.8
c. 0.7
d. 0.6
e. 0.5
b
The air bypassing the combustors is used for:
a. 1550°C
b. 1570°C
c. 1650°C
d. 1670°C
e. 1750°C
d
The turbine exits gas temperatures will be a maximum of:
a. 600°C
b. 700°C
c. 750°C
d. 800°C
e. 850°C
b
Large volume combustors are used when:
a. Simplicity is required
b. Frontal area is no concern
c. A regenerator is being used
d. Less complicated design is called for
e. Air flow path is less convoluted
c
The advantage of the Can-Annular design is:
a. Uniform outlet temperatures
b. Multiple ignitors ensure combustion
c. Fuel lines distribute fuel more rapidly
d. Is a more efficient use of space
e. If one can quits the others will keep working
a
In a single can combustor the interconnected tubes:
a. 1, 2, 3, 4
b. 1, 2, 5
c. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
d. 1, 5
e. 5
c
Gas turbines use what two different types of bearings?
1) Antifriction (roller and/or ball) bearings 2) Radial (journal or tilt-pad) bearings
3) Axial (spherical) bearings
4) Take-up (frame) bearings
5) Swing (levered) bearings
a. 1, 4
b. 1, 2
c. 1, 3
d. 2, 4
e. 4, 5
b
Why is natural gas the best fuel for a gas turbines?
a. It promotes the most efficient combustion and produces the lowest environmental emissions.
b. It is less expensive than other fuel sources.
c. It has the highest efficiency of combustion.
d. It has less contaminants as compared to other fuels sources.
e. It is a lower explosion risk than other fuels.
a
Routine maintenance on a gas turbine should involve checking for fuel leaks on a __________ basis.
a. yearly
b. monthly
c. weekly
d. daily
e. hourly
d
An essential auxiliary in a gas turbine installation is:
a. A generator
b. A reheater
c. A starting motor
d. An air heater
e. A water pump
c
Introducing warm air into the gas turbine intake as a result of an anti-icing system will?
a. Reduce the capacity of the unit, because warm air is less dense than cold air.
b. Form ice in the air intake.
c. Cause major damage resulting in catastrophic destruction of the compressor section blading.
d. Bleed air from the compressor.
e. Increase hot turbine exhaust.
a
What is the final step in the sequence of starting a Gas Turbine?
a. Reduce the speed to idle so the gas turbine can cool down.
b. Open the breaker that connects the generator to the power system.
c. Close the fuel valve.
d. Stop the rotor.
e. Stop the lube oil system.
a
In order to keep the gas pass of a gas turbine clean the following must be done:
1) Inspect and clean air intake filters
2) Water washing of compressor blades 3) Inspect and clean air intake ducts
4) Good quality fuel must be used
a. 1, 2
b. 1, 3
c. 1, 2, 3
d. 1, 2, 3, 4
e. 1, 3, 4
d
Why do microturbines require only air bearings:
1) No governing oil system
2) Small overall size
3) Simplicity of components
4) Everything on one shaft
5) No oil systems
a. 1, 2
b. 2, 3
c. 2, 5
d. 3, 4
e. 4, 5
c
Most aero derivative turbines lube oil systems require?
a. 1, 2
b. 2, 3
c. 3, 4
d. 4, 5
e. 5, 1
d
Aero-derivative lube oil systems use a scavenge pump to:
a. 1, 3
b. 2, 4
c. 3, 5
d. 2, 5
e. 2, 3
d
A fuel gas compressor must be used on gas turbines if?
a. The complexity of the gas system reduces the gas pressure to low
b. The gas supply pressure is less than the compressor last stage pressure
c. The total pressure drop across the combustors is too great
d. Multiple gas nozzles drops the burner gas pressure too low
e. The combustor outlet pressure is greater the compressor outlet pressure
b
The most important component of a fuel metering system is?
a. Pneumatically actuated
b. A type of pneumatic gas metering control valve
c. Hydraulically actuated
d. Electro-pneumatically actuated
e. Becoming electrically actuated
e
Gas Turbines use duel fuels for:
1) Consistent power delivery
2) Use as backup
3) Increasing overall power output
4) Switching to cheaper fuels
5) Less complicated controls during operation
a. 1, 2
b. 2, 3
c. 2, 4
d. 3, 4
e. 4, 5
c
Fuel system daily maintenance checks consist of:
1) Checking the treatment components
2) Checking for fuel leaks
3) Checking fuel pressures and temperatures
4) Checking Delta P across the filters
5) Checking the protective devices
a. 1, 2
b. 2, 3
c. 3, 4
d. 2, 4
e. 3, 5
b
The most important requirement in a Duel fuel system is:
a. Two types of fuels
b. Ability to burn both fuels together
c. A complex control system
d. Proper design of the combustors
e. Special fuel nozzles
e
Fuel treatment systems consist of :
a. 1, 2
b. 2, 3
c. 2, 4
d. 4, 5
e. 3, 5
d
The main disadvantage to water or steam injection is:
a. Reduced thermal efficiency
b. Corrosion of the rotating blades
c. Corrosion of the stationary blades
d. Corrosion of hot section components
e. Require ultra-pure water or steam
a
Dry low NOx combustion systems operate on:
a. 5 ppm
b. 10 ppm
c. 15 ppm
d. 20 ppm
e. 25 ppm
e
The practical lower limit for NOx for liquid fuels is:
a. 22 ppm
b. 32 ppm
c. 42 ppm
d. 52 ppm
e. 62 ppm
c
Starter systems are disengaged when the turbine shaft reaches:
a. Mesh screen
b. Cooling coils
c. Heating coils
d. Guard filter
e. Drift eliminators
a
The air intake duct is mounted above the gas turbine enclosure to:
a. Spray cooling
b. Fog cooling
c. Evaporative pads
d. Evaporative cooling
e. Refrigeration coils
d
Anti-icing systems are used to prevent:
a. an operator error
b. an emergency shutdown
c. a failure of the postlube pump
d. a failure of the cool down timer
e. a failure of the recycle valve
b
The purpose of a gas turbine water wash is to __________________.
a. A diesel engine
b. A steam engine
c. A steam turbine
d. A gas turbine
e. An air compressor
A
A two-stroke cycle engine has a power stroke every:
a. vaporized gasoline mixed with air is drawn into the cylinder during the intake
stroke
b. ignition is achieved by means of a spark plug
c. governing takes place by throttling the air-fuel mixture
d. the fuel is injected at high pressure
e. four stroke cycle
B
The major differences of the diesel engine compared to the gasoline engine are:
a. 1, 3, 4
b. 2, 3, 4
c. 3, 4, 5
d. 1, 4, 5
e. 2, 4, 5
A
Scavenging is:
a. 250°C
b. 350°C
c. 450°C
d. 650°C
e. 850°C
D
The oil scraper ring in a diesel engine is located:
1) stainless steel
2) aluminum alloy
3) carbon steel
4) cast iron
a. 1, 3
b. 1, 4
c. 2, 3
d. 1, 2
e. 2, 4
E
An engine that has a/an _____ has the oil contained within the engine crankcase.
a. cast iron
b. aluminum
c. white-metal
d. carbon steel
e. alloy steel
A
Diesel piston crowns are usually ____________.
a. convex
b. concave
c. flat
d. contoured
e. none of the above
B
Most pistons in large internal combustion engines are provided with
______________.
a. four rings
b. three rings
c. five rings
d. six rings
e. two rings
C
Connecting rods are hollow bored to convey lubricating oil to
the_______________________.
a. gudgeon pins
b. pistons
c. camshaft
d. cylinder walls
e. piston skirt
A
Connecting rods are usually made of_______________.
a. carbon steel
b. forged steel
c. aluminum
d. cast iron
e. aluminum alloy
B
The purpose of the rocker arm is to operate_______________.
a. the camshaft
b. the push rods
c. the oil pump
d. the inlet valves
e. the exhaust valves
D
The wet type of cylinder liner is________________.
a. water cooled
b. oil cooled
c. made of white-metal
d. submerged partly in oil
e. all of the above
A
The fuel injector_________________________________.
a. 1, 2, 3
b. 2, 3, 4
c. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
d. 1, 2, 4, 5
e. 1, 3, 4, 5
D
The purpose of the coil in a battery ignition system is to:
a. True
b. False
A
A magneto ignition system:
a. 1, 2
b. 2, 3
c. 3, 4
d. 1, 2, 3
e. 1, 3, 4
D
The air injection system supplies air to the cylinder before compression.
In the common rail system of fuel injection, the fuel is pumped from the tank by a
________________________.
a. used to force more air-fuel mixture into the cylinder of a diesel engine
b. used to force more air only into the cylinder of a gasoline engine
c. are usually of the rotary screw or the centrifugal type
d. used to increase power output
e. are never used on gasoline engines
D
a. 100 kPa
b. 120 kPa
c. 10 kPa
d. 30 kPa
e. 140 kPa
E
a. 1, 2
b. 1, 3
c. 2, 3
d. 2, 4
e. 1, 2, 4
A
In a closed-cooling system for an internal combustion engine:
a. a heat exchanger
b. a raw-water supply which passes through the engine
c. a check valve
d. an aluminum coil
e. mechanical coolers
A
Lubrication of the internal combustion engine is necessary in order to:
a. 1, 2, 3, 5
b. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
c. 3, 4, 5, 6
d. 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
e. 1, 3, 5, 6
B
The four-cycle engine is lubricated by thoroughly mixing a measured quantity of
lubricating oil with the gasoline.
a. True
b. False
B
The oil filter in a large diesel engine lubricating system is
________________________________.
Oil is pumped from the bedplate then through an oil filter and cooler.
Large diesel engines most commonly use ________ for rotation of the engine during
starting.
a. compressed nitrogen
b. compressed natural gas
c. compressed air
d. compressed oxygen
e. All of the above
C
The approximate air pressure required for starting a large internal combustion
engine is ___________.
a. 21000 kPa
b. 1500 kPa
c. 1000 kPa
d. 210 kPa
e. 2100 kPa
E
When high-pressure air is used to start an internal combustion engine, the air is
applied to the _________ .
a. supercharger
b. turbo charger
c. intake valve
d. cylinders
e. crankcase
D
When high-pressure air is used to start an internal combustion engine, the air is
applied to the supercharger.
a. True
b. False
B
The governor in a spark ignition engine controls
_______________________________________.
In a spark ignition engine it regulates the air-fuel mixture entering the cylinders
In a compression ignition engine it varies the amount of fuel entering the cylinder.
The amount of air stays the same
The fuel injection system used for diesel engines is called
the______________________________.
a. increased
b. decreased
c. constant
d. decreased during start up and increased at operating speed
e. constant but decreased during shut down
B
a. natural feed
b. return circulation
c. splash feed
d. forced feed
e. spray feed
D
A supply of oil to a turbocharger is for reason of:
a. splash
b. spray
c. forced
d. natural
e. upfeed
A
The compressor supplying compressed air to the cylinder of a large diesel engine is
generally driven by_____________.
a. a steam engine
b. a steam turbine
c. a gas turbine
d. a turbo charger
e. an electric motor
E
An electric starter motor powered by a storage battery may start engines up
to_______________.
a. 1000 kw
b. 1500 kw
c. 2000 kw
d. 2500 kw
e. 3000 kw
A
In a hydraulic starting system for a diesel engine, to turn over the
engine___________________________.
a. oil flows from the filter to the hydraulic motor, causing rotation
b. oil flows from the accumulator to the hydraulic motor, causing rotation
c. oil flows from the reservoir to the hydraulic motor, causing rotation
d. oil flows from the engine driven hydraulic pump to the motor, causing rotation
e. oil flows from the hand pump to hydraulic motor, causing rotation
B
In order to keep a large diesel engine running smoothly and efficiently, the following
items must be continuously monitored:
a. G.P.S.
b. D.C.M.
c. I.C.M.
d. E.C.M.
e. T.C.M
D
An engine governor is used to regulate the ___________ of an internal combustion
engine.
a. speed
b. exhaust
c. pressure
d. temperature
e. life span
A
Before starting a large industrial diesel engine, special care should be taken to see
that the ___________________.
a. crossover
b. overriding
c. interlocking
d. by-pass
e. equalizing
D
If possible, an industrial size diesel engine should start up with _________ load until
normal operating temperature has been reached.
a. no
b. high
c. medium
d. full
e. extra
A
Shortly after a large diesel engine is started up and the oil pressure is increased to
above the trip setting, the bypass switch is to be returned to the ____________
position.
a. off
b. run
c. hand
d. controlled
e. manual
B
The purpose of the push rod is to operate the:
a. Camshaft.
b. Rocker arm.
c. Oil pump.
d. Inlet valves.
e. Exhaust valves.
B
Push rod goes from the cam shaft to the rocker arm
The choke in a carburetor produces a _____ mixture for cold engine starts.
a. Lean air-fuel.
b. Rich air-fuel.
c. Wet air-fuel.
d. Dry air-fuel.
e. Rich air-oil.
B
The pressure of the air at the end of the diesel compression stroke may be as high
as:
a. 1,000 kPa.
b. 2,100 kPa.
c. 3,100 kPa.
d. 4,100 kPa.
e. 5,100 kPa.
A
Pressure at the end of the compression stroke will be from 2750 to 4100 kPa
The four-cycle engine is lubricated by:
a. Mixing lubricating oil with the gasoline.
b. An oil pressure system.
c. A drip oil system.
d. Brass bushings.
e. Semi-solid lubricants.
B
Some large internal combustion engine crankcases are equipped with:
"Working Cycle" means the number of strokes that constitute a working cycle
The solid injection system uses the following designs or variations:
1. Individual pump.
2. Air injection.
3. Distributor.
4. Common rail.
a. 1, 2, 3
b. 2, 3, 4
c. 1, 2, 4
d. 1, 3, 4
e. 1, 2, 3, 4
D
The major differences of the diesel engine compared to the gasoline engine are:
a. 1, 3, 4
b. 2, 3, 4
c. 3, 4, 5
d. 1, 4, 5
e. 2, 4, 5
A
The distinguishing characteristics of the gasoline engine are:
1. Vaporized gasoline mixed with air is drawn into the cylinder during the intake
stroke
2. Ignition is achieved by means of a spark plug
3. Governing takes place means of a spark plug
4. Ignition takes place by throttling the fuel air mixture
5. Ignition takes place by compressing the fuel
a. 1, 2
b. 2, 3
c. 3, 4
d. 4, 5
e. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
A
The "V"-form of diesel engine has:
a. One camshaft.
b. Two camshafts.
c. Three camshafts.
d. No camshaft.
e. Two crankshafts.
B
The governor in a diesel engine controls the:
a. Supercharger.
b. Fuel pump.
c. Scavenging air.
d. Air/fuel mixture to the cylinder.
e. Air to the cylinder.
B
The oil priming pump in an internal combustion engine is used:
a. Vaporized gasoline mixed with air is drawn into the cylinder during the intake
stroke.
b. Ignition is achieved compression of air.
c. Governing takes place by throttling the fuel.
d. The fuel is injected at high pressure.
e. Four stroke cycle.
A
In the opposed piston diesel engine the power from the upper crankshaft is
transmitted to the lower crankshaft by:
a. A chain.
b. A belt.
c. A coupling.
d. Bevel gears.
e. Hydraulic fluid.
D
The two stroke gas engine finds application where:
a. Oil leaks.
b. Fuel injection occurring too late.
c. Using an unsuitable oil.
d. Operating with a light load.
e. The oil being diluted with fuel.
B
Some _____ may be operated in reverse rotation. The standard is anti-clockwise
looking on the free end.
a. Piston and cylinder may be damaged due to rapid condensation of the lubrication
oil.
b. Exhaust valves may become burned.
c. Pistons may seize due to contraction.
d. The carburetor will seize.
e. The crankshaft will over speed.
B
The pressure and temperature of the air at the end of the diesel compression stroke
may be as high as:
a. 1, 3, 5
b. 1, 2, 4
c. 2, 3, 4
d. 3, 4, 5
e. 2, 4, 5
A
The dual fuel engine may operate on:
a. Weak compression
b. Excessive oil reaching the combustion chamber
c. Misfiring
d. Inadequate air supply
e. All of the above
E
The camshaft in large internal combustion engines is driven by a/an:
a. Belt.
b. Electric motor.
c. Eccentric gear.
d. Chain.
e. Hydraulic pump.
D
Co-generation can be defined as:
1) Reduction in the total energy bill when electricity is required at the site
2) It is generally more compact and less maintenance required as compared to the
conventional facilities
3) Reduction of load demand on heavier polluting, coal-fired facilities
4) Shorter start up time
a. 1, 2, 3
b. 1, 2, 4
c. 1, 3, 4
d. 2, 3, 4
e. 1, 2, 3, 4
B
The applications of cogeneration can befall into which of the following areas:
1) Institutional establishments
2) Large scale industries plants
3) Localized central and heating and cooling plant
4) Theatres and restaurants
a. 1, 2, 3
b. 1, 2, 4
c. 1, 3, 4
d. 3, 4
e. 1, 2, 3, 4
A
Which of the following are the types of simple-cycle cogeneration used today:
a. 1, 2, 3, 5
b. 1, 2, 4, 5
c. 1, 3, 5
d. 2, 3, 4
e. 1, 2, 3, 4
E
Which one of the following simple-cycle cogeneration systems best describes this process?
"Steam produced from a boiler drives a steam turbine, which in turn drives the electric
generator. The low pressure exhaust steam from the turbine is supplying the required heat
to the process. The condensed steam from the process is then returned to the boiler."
"Heat Engine" cogeneration also known as "Internal Combustion (IC) engine cogeneration
Combined cycle cogeneration refers to the production of electricity from
__________________________________.
a. 1, 2, 3
b. 1, 2, 4
c. 1, 3, 4
d. 2, 3, 4
e. 1, 2, 3, 4
E
In Combined cycles systems the term pressurized
means___________________________________.
a. the steam turbine is between the generator and the gas turbine
b. the gas turbine is between the generator and the steam turbine
c. the generator is between the gas turbine and the steam turbine
d. the generator is between the HRSG and the steam turbine
e. the generator is between the HRSG and the gas turbine
C
A single shaft combined-cycle power plant can be arranged so that
_________________________________.
a. the HRSG unit is between the gas turbine and the steam turbine
b. the HRSG unit is between the generator and the steam turbine
c. the generator is between the HRSG and the steam turbine
d. the gas turbine drives the generator and the exhaust gas from the gas turbine enters the
HRSG
e. the boiler flue gases enter the gas turbine which drives the generator with a HRSG
providing additional heat energy
D
The benefits of a combined-cycle with a single shaft gas/steam turbine arrangement are:
a. 1, 2, 3
b. 1, 2, 4
c. 1, 3, 4
d. 1, 2, 3, 4
e. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
E
Fast start up and shut down also refers to "higher operating flexibility"
The HRSG used to raise the temperature of the saturated steam before entering the steam
turbine in a dual shaft combined-cycle power plant
arrangement____________________________.
a. high load
b. low load
c. base load
d. variable load
e. medium load
When the fuel supplied first produces electrical power with the thermal energy produced as
a by-product. This cogeneration system is called the:
a. Waste Heat Cycle
b. Gas Turbine Cycle
c. Heat Engine Cycle
d. Topping Cycle
e. Bottoming Cycle
D
When the fuel supplied produces high temperature thermal energy for processes and the
heat exhausted from these processes is used to produce electrical energy from a HRSG.
The cogeneration system is called the:
a. home based
b. base loaded
c. set electrical demand
d. constant based
e. demand based
B
The _____ system has the electrical supply from the utility grid fixed and the cogeneration
system looks after changing the electrical requirements.
a. home based
b. base Loaded
c. set electrical demand
d. constant based
e. demand based
C
In a cogeneration system the thermal load can be controlled by which two of the following
strategies:
a. 1, 2
b. 2, 3
c. 1, 3
d. 2, 4
e. 1, 4
A
15-Jul
Fixed production of a minimum thermal energy for thermal load control strategy of a
cogeneration system is achieved by:
a. Varying the prime mover output and fixed the thermal energy output.
b. Operating the prime mover at constant maximum output and adjust the thermal
requirements by other means.
c. Operating the prime mover at full load and fixed the thermal requirements by other
means.
d. Varying both the prime mover and the auxiliary firing equipment outputs.
e. Adjusting the thermal energy output of the auxiliary firing equipment.
B
7-15 The production of the thermal energy is fixed at the minimum requirements for the
site, and the prime mover will operate at full load, all the time. Further thermal requirements
are met using other boilers or auxiliary firing.
During low thermal requirement periods of a cogeneration system a diverter valve is used
to:
a. HRSG
b. Gas Turbine
c. Boiler
d. Duct Burner
e. Unit Heater
D
The main application for HRSG, WHRG and TEG on a cogeneration system is for:
1) Thermal requirements
2) Mechanical requirements
3) Electrical requirements
4) Volumetric requirements
a. 1, 2
b. 1, 3
c. 1, 4
d. 2. 3
e. 2, 4
B
Some HRSG boilers of the once through forced circulation design equipped with high alloy
tubes and it can:
1) SO
2) NOX
3) C2H4
4) CO2
a. 1, 2, 3
b. 1, 2, 4
c. 1, 3, 4
d. 2, 3, 4
e. 1, 2, 3, 4
B
The production of nitrous oxides leads to_____________________.
a. alkaline corrosion
b. scaling of the boiler tubes
c. high Ph level in the boiler water
d. low Ph level in the boiler water
e. acid rain
E
_____ and _____ can be used in a HRSG to reduce NOX leaving the HRSG.
NH3 is ammonia which is injected prior to the catalyst in an SCR (selective catalytic
reduction) system
_____ is well known for its contribution to the greenhouse effect.
a. C4H82
b. CO
c. CO3
d. CO2
e. CH3
D
In order to counter the corrosion nature of the condensate produced from burning fuel with
a high sulphur content, a _________ heat exchanger is installed in the condensing heat
recovery systems.
a. plastic lined
b. mild steel
c. high carbon steel
d. high alloy steel
e. stainless steel
E
Cogeneration systems with an IC engine connected to a HRWH can obtain good efficiency
in ______ systems.
a. heavy industry
b. normal household
c. small industry
d. small air conditioning
e. large heating
C
The water jackets on an IC engine with a HRWH is designed to:
a. 1, 2, 3
b. 1, 2, 4
c. 1, 3, 4
d. 2, 3, 4
e. 1, 2, 3, 4
E
When an IC engine is used as part of a cogeneration system, the added advantages are:
a. 1, 2
b. 2, 3
c. 3, 4
d. 1, 3
e. 2, 4
E
HRWH stands for:
a. Heat Recovery Waste Heater
b. Heat Recovery Water Hydrotreater
c. Heat Recovery Water Heater
d. Heat Recovery Waste Hydrotreater
e. Heat Recovery Warming Heater
C
HRHWG stands for:
a. 5
b. 10
c. 25
d. 35
e. 55
E
When starting a cogeneration system with a gas turbine, the fuel is admitted to the
combustor and ignited at approximately ____% of the rated speed of the turbine.
a. 5
b. 10
c. 25
d. 55
e. 15
D
When running up a Cogeneration system the diverter valve is opened 100%
when________________________.
Bottoming Cycle - Fuel supplied first produces high temperature thermal energy for
process. The exhausted heat produces electrical energy
What does CHP mean?
Combined Heat and Power. It's another way to describe cogeneration.
Cogeneration can increase plant efficiencies from what to what?
From 40% to between 60 and 90%
In a combined-cycle cogeneration arrangement, what does each of the two different
thermodynamic cycles operate?
An independent electrical generator
What is the thermodynamic cycle of a gas turbine called?
Brayton Cycle
What is the thermodynamic cycle of a steam turbine called?
Rankin Cycle
What would you call a combined cycle cogeneration arrangement that allows the boiler to
be fired separately at somewhat reduced load if the gas turbine is unavailable?
Fully-fired Combined-Cycle Cogeneration
What design has the most attractive operating and performance characteristics of all
combined cycle plants?
Single-Shaft Combined-Cycle Power Plant
What is an advantage of a multi-shaft combined cycle design?
Allows for more flexibility and convenience for maintenance
What is a TEG?
Turbine Exhaust Gas boiler
What is the design of the HRSG based on?
The electrical requirements of the plant and the thermal requirements of the plant site
What is the gas flow in an HRSG?
It can be either horizontal or vertical.
(3B2-C-08-85) Rotating screw type compressors are excellent for use in air compressor
systems because they operate at relatively low speeds with minimum noise generation.
A.
FALSE
B.
TRUE
A
(3B2-C-08-80) In an internal lubrication system the _______________________ is used to
spread the oil evenly across the cylinder walls.
A.
crosshead.
B.
piston
C.
splash lubricator
D.
oil injection port
E.
mechanical lubricator.
B
(3B2-C-08-83) Sliding vane compressors can produce discharge pressures up to 1000
kPa.
A.
TRUE
B.
FALSE
A
(3B2-C-08-66) One kg of air at sea level occupies less volume than one kg of air at the top
of a mountain, high above sea level.
A.
TRUE
B.
FALSE
A
(3B2-C-08-67) A compressor installed at a high altitude will require __________________
compression ratio to produce the same discharge pressure as would a similar compressor
installed at sea level.
A.
a higher
B.
a lower
C.
the same
A
(3B2-C-08-68) In a single-acting reciprocating compressor there will be only one
compression stroke for each full rotation of the crankshaft or flywheel.
A.
TRUE
B.
FALSE
A
(3B2-C-08-64) The work required for isothermal compression is less than the work
required for adiabatic compression.
A.
TRUE
B.
FALSE
A
A.
water, particulates
B.
oil, dirt
C.
water, water vapours
D.
water, oil
E.
heat, waste gases
D
(3B2-C-08-69) When compression occurs on both sides of the piston the compressor is
termed a:
A.
double-acting compressor.
B.
reverse-acting compressor.
C.
dual-acting compressor.
D.
double-outlet compressor.
E.
multi-stage compressor.
A
(3B2-C-08-94) Both the pressure and velocity energy of the air is increased in the moving
blades of an axial type compressor.
A.
TRUE
B.
FALSE
A
(3B2-C-08-71) A single-stage compressor may have multiple compression cylinders.
A.
TRUE
B.
FALSE
A
(3B2-C-08-79) Lubrication of the crankshaft bearings, connecting rod bearings and
crosshead bearings is considered to be internal lubrication.
A.
FALSE
B.
TRUE
A
(3B2-C-08-60) In compressor terminology the term FAD stands for the
A.
force required to drive the air compressor.
B.
quantity of free air compressed and delivered by the air compressor.
C.
quality of the fresh air that is delivered to the end user.
D.
total capacity of the compressor at sea level and 20oC suction temperature.
E.
amount of forced air that is supplied as draft to the furnace of a boiler.
B
A compressor driven by a constant speed driver has its output varied by
_____________________________.
a. driver
b. compressor crankshaft
c. compressor impellers
d. compressor blades
e. coupling
A
The stop and start system is best employed where ____________________________.
a. increased
b. decreased
c. dampened
d. interrupted
e. regulated
E
The ________ control method can be used when the compressor is driven by a steam
engine, a turbine, or an internal combustion engine.
a. constant speed
b. start and stop
c. dual
d. start and stop in conjunction with constant speed
e. variable speed
E
Output from a compressor using the constant speed control method must use some type
of ______________ device.
a. unloading
b. uploading
c. down loading
d. start stop device
e. variable speed
A
To prevent surging, the capacity of the compressor must not be allowed to fall below the
___________.
a. surge limit
b. maximum volume
c. rated point
d. rated pressure
e. set point
A
One method to prevent surging in dynamic compressors is to ___________________.
a. 2, 4
b. 1, 4
c. 1, 2, 3
d. 1, 2, 3, 4
e. None of the above
C
A good method of drying air before it goes into the receiver is to ____________.
a. heat it
b. pressurize it
c. cool it
d. increase the velocity
e. decrease the velocity
C
Air compressor inter and after coolers may be______________.
a. a gauge glass
b. pressure gauge
c. a moisture separator
d. an air filter
e. temperature gauge
C
The water separator is often fitted directly t the outlet of the aftercooler. When it's not
integral to the aftercooler, it's installed as close as possible
In a compressed air system, if water vapour is not removed from the air then it may collect
in pipelines and cause:
1) Increase in pressure
2) Water hammer
3) Gurgling noise
4) Damage from freezing
a. 1, 3
b. 3
c. 1, 4
d. 2, 4
e. 1, 2, 3
D
If there is a shut-off valve between the aftercooler and the receiver, the aftercooler must
also be fitted with a ________.
a. safety valve
b. pressure gauge
c. thermometer
d. fusible plug
e. vacuum breaker
A
An air compressor will require more power to compress the air if an intercooler is
implemented.
a. True
b. False
B
Effective intercooling will reduce weakening of parts due to high temperatures, and reduce
possibility of ___________.
a. compressor explosions
b. water hammer
c. compressor implosions
d. compressor leaks
e. corrosion
B
Aftercoolers should be fitted with _______________.
a. pressure gauges
b. thermometers
c. possibly a safety valve
d. water separator
e. All of the above
E
The presence of ________ in the air may later result in the compressed air piping being
subjected to water hammer.
a. oil
b. corrosion
c. dirt particles
d. nitrogen
e. moisture
E
Detrimental effects of moisture in an air compression system are:
a. drying agent
b. desiccant
c. moisture eliminator
d. dryer
e. silica
B
In an air dryer desiccant is used to _________________.
a. I
b. VI
c. IV
d. VII
e. VIII
E
The four major purposes of an air receiver is to:
a. 1, 2, 5, 6
b. 1, 3, 4, 5
c. 1, 2, 3, 6
d. 2, 3, 4, 5
e. 2, 4, 5, 6
B
The axis of an air receiver may be:
1) Vertical
2) 45° from vertical
3) Horizontal
4) 30° for vertical
a. 1
b. 2
c. 3
d. 4, 2
e. 1, 3
E
Air receivers should be inspected regularly and then ______________.
a. pneumatically tested
b. hydrostatically tested
c. dismantle and cleaned
d. tested for explosive gases
e. shipped to a pressure vessel tester
B
An air receive is a pressure vessel which is used:
1) As a reservoir
2) To dampen pulsation of reciprocating compressor
3) To allow moisture and oil particles to settle out from the air
a. 1
b. 2
c. 3
d. 1, 2
e. 1, 2, 3
E
When first starting a compressor operate the cylinder lubricator by hand to
_______________.
a. by the operator
b. during the shutting-down period
c. for the start-up period
d. at all times of compressor output
e. if there is no cooling water for the aftercooler
C
When starting up a compressor, ensure the manual block valves in the suction and
discharge lines are ______________.
a. 1, 2, 3
b. 1, 2, 4
c. 1, 3, 4
d. 2, 3, 4
e. 1, 2, 3, 4
C
Once the compressor is started and running at rated speed and all conditions are
satisfactory, it is recommended to load the compressor up __________.
a. Surge point
b. Maximum volume
c. Rated point
d. Rated pressure
e. Set point
A
When a compressor is stopped, the cooling water supply should:
a. Evaporate.
b. Expand.
c. Explode.
d. Condense.
e. Lubricate.
D
An advantage of dynamic compressors and some rotary compressors as compared to
reciprocating compressors is that they can:
a. 1, 3.
b. 1, 2.
c. 3, 4.
d. 2, 4.
e. 1, 4.
B
An advantage of driving a compressor with a steam engine is that it can be operated
_____ at lower speeds.
a. Without supervision.
b. More efficiently.
c. Less efficiently.
d. With high pressure.
e. With unqualified personnel.
B
_____ compressors are more efficient than other positive displacement types.
a. Rotary screw.
b. Sliding vane.
c. Rotary lobe.
d. Axial flow.
e. Reciprocating.
E
Air transmission piping is _____ and _____ to install than electrical wiring.
1. More costly
2. Less costly
3. As costly
4. More difficult
5. Less difficult
6. As difficult
a. 1, 4
b. 2, 5
c. 3, 6
d. 1, 5
e. 2, 4
A
Control systems can use compressed air as a _____ medium and also to power actuating
devices such as air cylinders.
a. Heating
b. Drying
c. Signaling
d. Cooling
e. Lubricating
C
Compressed air can be used for _____ in boiler furnaces.
a. Cooling
b. Soot blowing
c. Ventilation
d. Purging
e. Cleaning
B
The two main classifications of compressors are:
a. 1, 3
b. 1, 2
c. 3, 4
d. 2, 4
e. 1, 4
A
Compressed air machinery may be used in explosive atmospheres without hazard
because they:
a. Dull
b. Greasy
c. Heavy
d. Smoky
e. Hot
E
A disadvantage of an electrical hand tool over an air powered hand tool is:
a. It is constant speed
b. After prolonged use it becomes magnetized
c. There is a chance of electric shock
d. An electric hand tool cannot be reversed
e. A source of power is more readily available
C
Positive displacement compressor types include:
1. Sliding vane
2. Axial flow
3. Internal gear
4. Volute casing
5. Rotary screw
6. Multi lobe
a. 1, 3, 4, 6
b. 2, 4, 5, 6
c. 1, 3, 5, 6
d. 1, 2, 4, 5
e. 2, 3, 4, 6
C
A type of rotary compressor that is suitable for high speeds and may have a speed
increasing gear implemented with an electric motor drive is:
a. A screw type
b. A sliding vane type
c. A rotary lobe type
d. An axial flow type
e. A radial flow type
A
A truly adiabatic air compression system would not have any _____ given or taken from
the cycle.
a. Temperature.
b. Oil.
c. Pressure.
d. Lubrication.
e. Heat.
E
The four principle driving methods for reciprocating compressors are by:
1. Electric motors
2. Water wheel
3. Internal combustion engines
4. Steam turbine
5. Wind power
6. Steam engine
a. 1, 3, 4, 6
b. 1, 2, 4, 5
c. 2, 4, 5, 6
d. 2, 3, 4, 6
e. 3, 4, 5, 6
A
Air hand tools are usually lighter than electric hand tools because:
a. 3, 4, 5, 6
b. 1, 2, 5, 6
c. 1, 3, 5, 6
d. 2, 3, 4, 6
e. 1, 3, 4, 5
B
In positive displacement compressors the air is compressed by:
a. Steam turbine
b. Steam engine
c. Internal combustion engine
d. Electric motor
e. Gas turbine
D
Of all the positive displacement compressors, the _____ compressor can deliver the
highest discharge pressure.
a. Sliding vane
b. Reciprocating
c. Rotary lobe
d. Radial flow
e. Axial flow
B
Centrifugal compressor impellers are usually made form steel and are:
1. Cast.
2. Machined.
3. Forged.
4. Made by welding.
5. Galvanized.
a. 1, 2, 3.
b. 1, 4, 5.
c. 1, 3, 4.
d. 2, 3, 5.
e. 3, 4, 5
C
Positive displacement compressors may be divided into two general types of compressors:
1. Reciprocating
2. Centrifugal
3. Rotary
4. Axial
a. 1, 2
b. 1, 3
c. 1, 4
d. 2, 3
e. 2, 4
B
When air is compressed its:
1. Volume decreases.
2. Pressure increases.
3. Specific heat increases.
4. Velocity decreases.
5. Temperature increases.
a. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
b. 3, 4, 5
c. 1, 3, 4, 5
d. 1, 2, 4, 5
e. 2, 3, 4, 5
D
Two general types or designs of dynamic air compressors are:
a. Adiabatic.
b. Positive displacement.
c. Dynamic.
d. Unloaded.
e. Isothermal.
E
Surging of dynamic air compressors can produce severe shock to the system and may be
violent enough to damage the:
a. Oil.
b. Water.
c. Carbon monoxide.
particularly if the air
d. Carbon dioxide. compressor system uses fuel-
e. Hydrogen. based engines
C
A fusible plug is required on the air receiver shell to:
a. Turbulence.
b. Blades or vanes.
c. Pistons.
d. Screws.
e. Lobes.
B
Dynamic compressors are _____ compressors:
a. Positive displacement
b. Double acting
c. Reciprocating
d. Single acting
e. Centrifugal or axial flow
E
A compressor with _____ is known as an angle compressor.
a. I.
b. VI.
c. IV.
d. VII.
e. VIII.
E
Use of the start and stop air compressor output control in conjunction with the constant
speed control system:
a. Conserves the motor life.
b. Reduces high amperage draw therefore saving electricity.
c. Gives a flexible control life.
d. Conserves the compressors life.
e. All of the above.
E
Air carrying the maximum amount of water at a certain temperature and pressure is said to
be:
a. Superheated.
b. Saturated.
c. De-superheated.
d. Balanced.
e. Humidified.
B
To avoid air compressor explosions the system should be provided with:
a. Solenoid valve.
b. Spring loaded pilot valve.
c. Spring.
d. Lever.
e. Camshaft.
B
A refrigerant may be defined as a:
a. A liquid that absorbs heat at high pressure and gives up heat at low pressure.
b. A fluid that absorbs heat at a low temperature & pressure and gives up heat by condensing at a higher
temperature & pressure.
c. A fluid that absorbs heat at a high pressure.
d. Medium for creating heat.
e. A fluid that absorbs heat at a high temperature & pressure and gives up heat by condensing at a lower
temperature & pressure.
B
A good refrigerant should require a _________________.
a. extremely flammable
b. moderately flammable
c. non flammable
d. moderately explosive
e. non explosive
A
Group 1 refrigerants ______________________________.
a. sensible heat
b. refrigeration super heat
c. latent heat
d. heat of condensation
e. superheat
C
a. king valve
b. suction flow regulating valve
c. purge valve
d. expansion valve
e. discharge flow regulating valve
D
a. lithium bromide
b. calcium chloride
c. sodium chloride
d. sodium hydroxide
e. calcium hydroxide
B
In an indirect ammonia system using brine ______________.
a. -11°C
b. -18°C
c. -25°C
d. -51°C
e. -4°C
D
The evaporator in a centrifugal compressor (chiller unit) system is also called a ________________.
a. vaporizer
b. eliminator
c. purger
d. cooler
e. vent condenser
D
A two stage, duplex compressor refrigeration system is used where _______________.
a. -18
b. -20
c. -45
d. -51
e. -92
E
In a two stage, duplex compressor refrigeration system, the condenser for the first stage is the
______________ for the second stage.
a. eliminator
b. purger
c. receiver
d. evaporator
e. liquid cooler
D
In a two stage refrigeration system, the 1st stage compressor is usually a ____________ compressor.
a. centrifugal
b. axial flow
c. diffuser
d. rotary
e. reciprocating
D
In a two stage refrigeration system, the 1st stage compressor is also known as a ___________
compressor.
a. booster
b. standby
c. low volume
d. extraction
e. refrigerant
A
In a two stage refrigeration system, the 2nd stage compressor is usually a ____________ compressor.
a. centrifugal
b. axial flow
c. diffuser
d. rotary
e. reciprocating
E
Because of the greater range between the suction and discharge pressures of a multi-stage refrigeration
system, the necessary compression is usually divided between ____ single-stage compressors.
a. 2
b. 3
c. 4
d. 5
e. 6
A
There are ____ basic elements common to most compression refrigeration systems.
a. 2
b. 3
c. 4
d. 5
e. 6
A/An _____________ is usually provided between the low pressure discharge and high-pressure suction
of a multi-stage refrigeration system.
a. condenser
b. receiver
c. purger
d. evaporator
e. intercooler
E
The separation of the solution of ammonia and water in the ammonia absorption system is done by
means of ___________.
a. heat
b. sprayers
c. gravity
d. rectification
e. centrifuge
A
At about 240 kpa, the ammonia will boil at a temperature of about _____ °C.
a. -10
b. -15
c. -20
d. -25
e. -30
B
When the pressure difference across a capillary tube is increased ___________________.
a. A1
b. A2
c. A3
d. B1
e. B2.
E
A refrigerant is toxic at over 400 ppm and has an LFL less than 100g/m3 at 21 C, 101 kPa abs. It is
class:
a. A1
b. A2
c. A3
d. B1
e. B2
C
A refrigerant is toxic at less than 400 ppm and has a LFL of less than 100 g/m3 at room conditions. It has
a higher toxicity. It is class:
a. A2
b. A3
c. B1
d. B2
e. B3
E
The refrigerant that has worst properties in regards to the ozone is:
a. R- 12
b. R- 22
c. R- 55
d. R- 134a
e. R- 717
A
The standard refrigeration cycle is used to compare refrigerants and machines operating under
comparable conditions. These standard conditions are:
a. Vanes in the rotary vane compressor are kept close to the central hub by centrifugal force.
b. Rotary vane compressors have a rotor in the center of the casing.
c. Refrigerant is trapped between the roller and the decreasing volume of the eccentric casing.
d. The rotor oscillates.
e. The vanes move in the rotor.
E
Bare tube evaporators have (which statements are true):
a. 1, 2, 3, 4
b. 2, 3, 4, 5
c. 1, 3, 4, 5
d. 1, 2, 3, 5
e. 1, 2, 4, 5
D
Which of the statements given is not true of liquid receivers:
a. Liquid receivers compensate for varying volumes or refrigerant circulation at different loads.
b. The receiver helps keep the condenser drained.
c. The receiver reduces the amount of effective condenser surface required.
d. The receiver provides a space to store refrigerant if the expansion valve is closed for draw down.
e. The receiver is primarily a heat exchange device.
E
Which of the statements given are true of expansion valves:
a. 1, 2
b. 2, 3
c. 1, 4
d. 2, 4
e. 1, 3
C
Roller Compressors:
a. -18C
b. -20C
c. -45C
d. -51C
e. -92C.
E
In an oil purifier:
a. Compressor suction.
b. Compressor Discharge.
c. The bottom of the evaporator.
d. The bottom of the receiver.
e. All of the above.
E
A simple condenser with low installation cost would be:
a. Water-cooled.
b. Air and water-cooled.
c. Enthalpy cooled.
d. Chloride cooled.
e. Air-cooled.
E
One of the biggest disadvantages of using an ice box for refrigeration is:
a. Considerable trouble
b. No damage
c. More damage than in a compression system
d. Damage in the absorber
e. Damage to the compressor
B
Refrigeration may be defined as a:
a. Absorption
b. Lithium bromide
c. Water vapor
d. Vapor compression or mechanical
e. Ammonia compression system
D
Comparison of refrigerating systems is usually done at the following temperatures:
a. transmitter
b. evaporator pressure
c. capillary action
d. refrigerant level
e. the king valve
B
The thermostatic expansion valve controls refrigerant flow by
__________________________.
a. level controls
b. cooling tower demands
c. solenoid valves
d. hand operated gate valves
e. the level in the receiver
C
a. evaporator outlet
b. bottom of the receiver
c. top of the receiver
d. compressor outlet
e. top of the evaporator
C
Most purge lines are connected to the top of the condenser and the top of the receiver
a. high temperatures
b. freeze-ups and clogged expansion valves
c. the relief valves to open
d. high discharge pressure
e. high suction pressure
B
The effects of moisture in a refrigeration system are __________________.
a. purging
b. heating the refrigerant
c. making the oil more absorbent
d. using a dehydration device or strainer drier
e. blowing down the system
D
Freon leaks are usually detected by _________________.
a. be connected directly to the top of the receiver or other vessel used for storing the
refrigerant
b. be connected to the compressor
c. have two valves connected to charging drum
d. have two return bends in the piping
e. be connected directly to the top of the condenser and the compressor
A
The emergency valve shall be installed _________________.
a. check valve
b. diffuser at its upper end which shall be placed above the roof
c. strainer
d. drain valve
e. two stop valves
B
Pressure limiting devices of refrigeration systems shall be connected
_________________________.
a. between the compressor and the stop valve on the suction side
b. to a blowdown tank
c. to the receiver outlet
d. between the compressor and the stop valve on the discharge side
e. between the inlet of the condenser and the outlet of the receiver
D
The person in charge of a refrigerating system with a prime mover having a capacity
exceeding 125 kW: _____________.
a. stop the compressor when the pressure on the high pressure side of the system is
too high
b. stop the compressor when the pressure on the low pressure side of the system is too
low
c. stop the compressor due to non condensable gases in the system being too high
d. stop the compressor when changing the system
e. stop the compressor when the system ran too long
A
Pressure limiting devices should be provided on a refrigeration system with more than
____ kg of refrigerant.
a. 1
b. 3
c. 5
d. 7
e. 9
E
In the book it says "pressure limiting device may be omitted on any factory sealed
system that contains less than 10 kg of Group A1 refrigerant
The problem with oil is the greatest in the ____________ of a refrigeration system.
a. condenser
b. receiver
c. evaporator
d. compressor
e. purger
C
An oil separator is installed in refrigeration systems to prevent oil from carrying over to
the ______________.
a. condenser
b. receiver
c. evaporator
d. compressor
e. purger
A
Which of the following oil separator used in a refrigeration consists of a series of baffles
through which the oil laden refrigerant must pass?
a. Cyclone
b. Impingement
c. Oil still
d. Inverted trap
e. I.G.F.
B
The presence of non condensable gases in a refrigeration system can cause
_____________________.
a. compressor
b. receiver
c. condenser
d. evaporator
e. purger
C
When moisture combines with refrigerants it could cause the formation of
______________________.
a. concentrated refrigerant
b. diluted refrigerant
c. mildly corrosive compounds
d. highly corrosive compounds
e. strong base cation
D
When using __________ as a refrigerant, moisture corrosion will not usually be a
problem:
a. ammonia
b. propane
c. R-12
d. R-22
e. CO2
D
Before admitting any refrigerant, the entire refrigeration system is put
_________________________________________________.
a. hydrometer
b. manometer
c. flowmeter
d. concentrator
e. spectrophotometer
A
When a concentrated solution is at its lowest freezing point, it is called a
______________________ solution.
a. sub temperature
b. super critical
c. sub critical
d. critical
e. eutectic
E
The lowest freezing point obtainable for a mixture of sodium chloride and water is
_____________.
a. -12°C
b. -21°C
c. -30°C
d. -43°C
e. -51°C
B
The lowest freezing point obtainable for a mixture of calcium chloride and water is
___________.
a. -12°C
b. -21°C
c. -30°C
d. -43°C
e. -51°C
E
When the pressure difference across a capillary tube is increased:
a. Direct refrigeration
b. Indirect systems
c. Any available system
d. Automatic refrigeration
e. The C.S.A. approved refrigeration systems.
B
The cross-over valves on a compressor are used when:
a. Adding refrigerant
b. Pumping out the evaporator
c. The other valves need to be repaired without shutting down
d. Pumping out the condenser
e. Pumping out the receiver.
D
The equalizing valve on an ammonia compressor is connected from the:
a. King valve
b. Suction flow regulating valve
c. Purge Valve
d. Expansion valve
e. Discharge flow regulating valve
D
Crankcase oil may be added to the compressor by:
a. Hydrometer.
b. Hygrometer.
c. Moisture indicator.
d. Moisture psychrometer.
e. Moisture separator.
C
Refrigeration compressor valves are opened and closed by:
a. External springs.
b. Inherent springs.
c. Pressure difference.
d. Temperature difference.
e. Liquid level difference.
C
When charging ammonia systems, frost on the drum bottom indicates:
a. Dehydratant
b. Demulcent
c. Desiccant
d. Designate
e. Deoxident
C
Before charging a new refrigeration installation:
b. The entire refrigerant containing system must be thoroughly tested for performance
a. A bellows
b. Manual operation
c. A spring, loaded seat
d. A spring and diaphragm
e. A capillary action
B
The most efficient method of condenser cooling is:
a. Air cooled
b. Water cooled
c. Latent heat cooled
d. Diffusion cooled
e. Cooled by another refrigeration unit
B
Discharge pressure too low could be caused by:
a. 1, 2, 3
b. 2, 3, 4
c. 1, 3, 4
d. 1, 2, 4
e. 1, 2, 3, 4
B
The cooling tower design in which the fan is least likely to ice up is:
a. Hyperbolic
b. Induced draft
c. Forced draft
d. Counterflow
e. Balance draft
B
The cooling tower design in which the noise level from the fan is likely to be the
lowest is:
a. Hyperbolic
b. Induced draft
c. Forced draft
d. Counterflow
e. Balance draft
B
The double pipe heat exchanger belongs to the ___________ category.
a. regenerative
b. bent pipe
c. double tube
d. jacketed pipe
e. recuperative
E
The concentric pipe heat exchanger is suitable for high pressure service because
______________________.
a. concurrent
b. high differential temperature
c. high differential pressure
d. countercurrent
e. low differential temperature
D
Concentric pipe heat exchanger fins can be attached by ________________.
a. mechanical insertion
b. casting
c. brazing
d. None of the above
e. All of the above
A
The disadvantages of hairpin heat exchangers are:
1) Small heat transfer surface area
2) Not a flexible design
3) Cleaning is expensive
4) Each hairpin introduces more leak points
5) Non-standardized parts
a. 1, 3, 4
b. 1, 2, 3
c. 3, 4, 5
d. 1, 4, 5
e. 2, 4, 5
A
Which of the following is a disadvantage of a U-shaped shell and tube heat
exchanger ____________________.
a. 1, 2, 3
b. 2, 3, 5
c. 3, 4, 5
d. 1, 4, 5
e. 1, 3, 4
E
Horizontal thermosyphon reboilers require _________________.
a. rubber gaskets
b. different flow patterns
c. the plate corrugations
d. inlet and outlet piping
e. alternate plates
E
Maximum cooling in PHE's is maintained by _______________.
a. 1, 3, 4
b. 1, 2, 5
c. 2, 3, 4
d. 3, 4, 5
e. 1, 3, 5
B
Aerial Coolers are not used for _____________________.
a. 25°C
b. 35°C
c. 45°C
d. 55°C
e. 65°C
D
Aerial coolers are arranged in _____________________.
a. units
b. bays
c. bundles
d. banks
e. All of the above
E
In an Aerial cooler, how many bundles are in a bay _____________________.
a. one
b. two
c. one or more
d. two or more
e. three
C
In an aerial cooler, a bay has how many fans:
a. one
b. one or more
c. two
d. two or more
e. three
D
Temperatures in Aerial coolers are not controlled by ___________________.
a. vertical
b. A frame
c. V frame
d. horizontal
e. All of the above
D
Overhead aerial condensers control very low freezing temperatures by
_________________________.
a. vertical
b. A frame
c. V frame
d. horizontal
e. All of the above
B
The most commonly used method of increasing aerial cooler capacity is
______________________.
a. atmospheric conditions
b. wind drift
c. wind direction
d. tower fill
e. spray
D
The cooling process in atmospheric packed tower depends on
_____________________________.
a. fill
b. spray
c. pack
d. louvres
e. drift eliminators
D
Forced draft cooling towers are not suited to cold weather operation because
___________________.
a. elaborate
b. very expansive
c. simple
d. complicated
e. manual
C
The pilot used for most of the indirect fired heaters are the ______________ type.
a. on-demand
b. ignition
c. interrupted
d. continuous
e. intermittent
D
The main burner on the indirect fired heater is turned off and on by a thermostat which senses
___________________.
a. ¼
b. ½
c. ¾
d. full
e. modulating
D
When a direct-fired heat is used to heat the process fluid drawn off the bottom of a fractionator
tower, it is called fractionator:
a. Heater.
b. Reboiler.
c. Reaction.
d. Storage.
e. Cracking.
B
The inner walls and floor of a vertical fired heater are lined with:
a. Refractory bricks.
b. Tubes.
c. Heating coils.
d. Cooling coils.
e. Metal sheaths.
A
Airflow to each individual burner for a fired heater is controlled by:
a. A fixed damper.
b. An air separator.
c. An air compressor.
d. An air register.
e. An outlet damper.
D
The step immediately following purging of the furnace is:
The book just says that following the purging, the BMS allows the pilot to be lit.
On a fired heater the manual vent value downstream of the constant fuel pressure regulator is
used for the purpose of:
The pilot flame must be detected within _____ seconds, otherwise the pilot gas will be shut off.
a. 10
b. 15
c. 20
d. 25
e. 30
A
a. 1, 2, 3
b. 1, 2, 4
c. 1, 3, 4
d. 2, 3, 4
e. 1, 2, 3, 4
D
Indirect fired heaters use different heat transfer liquids or media for different temperature
applications. The most common types of media are:
1. Water.
2. Glycol.
3. Oil.
4. Salt solutions.
a. 1, 2, 3
b. 1, 2, 4
c. 1, 3, 4
d. 2, 3, 4
e. 1, 2, 3, 4
E
In a Vertical Cylindrical Heater, they are bottom fired and have a _____ radiant section and the
convection section is _____.
a. Vertical, horizontal.
b. Cylindrical, rectangular.
c. Circular, oval.
d. Longitudinal, circumferential.
e. Big, small.
B
The fuel shut off valves to the burners are normally in the _____ position, when the heater is
on line.
a. Closed.
b. Throttled.
c. 3/4 open.
d. Open.
e. 1/3 open.
D
Most vertical fired heaters are of the _____ draft design.
a. Natural.
b. Mechanical.
c. Forced.
d. Balanced.
e. Mixed.
A
Completion of purging automatically fired heaters is usually determined by:
1. Fractionator reboiling.
2. Preheating the process feed to a reactor.
3. To heat a heat transfer medium.
4. Heating viscous fluids.
a. 1, 2, 3
b. 1, 2, 4
c. 1, 3, 4
d. 2, 3, 4
e. 1, 2, 3, 4
E
If the fired heater is to be started in short time after it is shut down, the _____ can be shut to
keep the heater warm.
a. Breeching.
b. Convection tubes.
c. Radiant tubes.
d. Fire box.
e. Burners.
E
Due to their great efficiency, the most commonly used heaters, particularly in the larger sizes,
are the _____ heaters.
a. Vertical.
b. Convection.
c. Combination vertical and horizontal.
d. Radiation.
e. Combination convection and radiant.
E
The _____ and the _____ assembly are mounted on top of the convection section of vertical
fired heaters.
a. Economizer, superheater.
b. Economizer, air heater.
c. Stack, damper.
d. Reheater, reboiler.
e. Air heater, superheater.
C
In order to ensure the burners are functioning within their safe limits, the fired heaters are
equipped with:
This question deals with the burners only. Regarding heater safety, the book mentions...
- Emergency Shutdown Switch
- High or low fuel gas pressure switch
- Flame Failure
- High Stack Temperature
- Low Process Flow
The main fuel and bypass fuel control valves regulate the fuel pressure to the:
When only one burner is on and the burner pressure is low, what could you say of the heater?
It is on minimum firing
What are the three main components of an indirect fired heater?
The shell or heat media reservoir
a. mg/L
b. kg/L
c. mg/mL
d. kg/kL
e. mg/ML
A
The upper PH level limit for wastewater is at _____ .
a. 8
b. 8.5
c. 9
d. 9.5
e. 10
B
The lower Ph level limit for wastewater is at _____.
a. 5.5
b. 6
c. 6.5
d. 7
e. 7.5
C
In regards to wastewater the abbreviation BOD means; ___________________.
a. chemical treatment
b. deaeration
c. acidity test
d. direct input to the river
e. a means of cooling the incoming water
E
Methods of cooling the wastewater prior to dropping the incoming water into the receiving water
are:
1) Cooling towers
2) Deaeration
3) Long serpentine channels
4) Retention ponds
a. 1, 3, 4
b. 1, 2, 4
c. 2, 3, 4
d. 1, 4
e. 2, 3
A
The added benefit of using a cooling tower to cool the wastewater is ______________________.
a. 1 day
b. 1 to 2 days
c. 2 to 4 days
d. 3 to 4 days
e. 4 to 5 days
C
The stabilization lagoon should be large enough to hold the effluent of the of the oil/water
separation pond to contain _________ discharge from the plant.
a. one week
b. two weeks
c. three weeks
d. one month
e. two months
D
In order to enable aerobic bacteria and other organisms to break down the organic components in
the wastewater __________ are used.
a. clarifiers
b. chemicals
c. enzimes
d. a combination of sun lights and ultra violet light
e. compressed air bubbles
E
___________________ is/are mixed with the effluent of the wastewater heater to help breakdown
the organic materials in the flow.
a. Activated sludge
b. Activated chemicals
c. Oils
d. Polishing chemicals
e. Steam
A
In the clarifier some of the activated sludge is sent back to the first stage aeration tank, the
remainder is sent to __________.
a. wastewater heater
b. disposal
c. second stage aeration
d. polishing pond
e. oil/water separation pond
B
The removal of inorganic material in municipal wastewater system is carried out in grit and screen
sections. This removal section is sometime known as _________.
a. tailworks
b. hardworks
c. headworks
d. midworks
e. removalworks
C
The primary separation of suspended solids is facilitated by _________.
a. pumps
b. chemicals
c. activated sludge
d. gravity
e. rotating biological contactors
D
Grit, which has been removed from the wastewater in the grit chamber, is then disposed off
_________.
a. in barrels
b. in an incinerator
c. in a toxic dump
d. on farmers field
e. in landfill
E
A rotating trash screen used in a wastewater treatment plant is also called a ________________.
a. comminuter
b. compactor
c. constrictor
d. accumulator
e. barminutor
A
In a wastewater plant, some organic material accumulates on the screen, this organic material is
acceptable as landfill material.
a. True
b. False
B
An ångström unit is equivalent to ____________.
a. 10 Exp -10 m
b. 10 Exp -6 m
c. 10 Exp -3 m
d. 10 Exp -2 m
e. 10 Exp -1 m
A
_________ particles, are so small that they will not settle at the bottom or float to the top.
a. ångström
b. Colloidal
c. Activated sludge
d. Barminutor
e. Grit
B
The wastewater process that involves changing the charge of the colloidal particles is
called_________________.
a. coagulation
b. floatation
c. flocculation
d. sedimentation
e. clarifier
A
This wastewater process involves changing the colloidal particles charge, attaching them to
polyelectrolites, and allowing them to settle is called______________.
a. sedimentation
b. floatation
c. flocculation
d. coagulation
e. clarifier
D
In the coagulation process the sedimentation takes about _____ hours.
a. 0.5
b. 1
c. 2
d. 3
e. 4
E
"Clarification" involves the following processes
1) Mixing
2) Floatation
3) Flocculation
4) Stabilization lagoon
5) Settling
a. 1, 3, 5
b. 2, 3, 4
c. 3, 4, 5
d. 1, 2, 3
e. 1, 4, 5
A
The bacteria in activated sludge needs ________ to live.
a. water
b. oxygen
c. sugar
d. aluminum sulphate
e. salts
B
The bacteria in activated sludge feeds on _________in the wastewater.
a. aluminum sulphate
b. salts
c. organic material
d. polyelectrolytes
e. water
C
A rotating biological contactors main purpose is to reduce the ________ of the wastewater.
a. temperature value
b. acidity value
c. toxicity
d. biochemical oxygen demand value
e. PH value
D
The shaft of a rotating biological contactor is mounted in such a way that _____ of the shaft is
exposed to the air.
a. 0.1
b. 0.2
c. 0.3
d. 0.4
e. 0.5
E - Or 50%
The book says "more than half of the RBC is exposed to air"
A rotating biological contactor rotates at ____________.
a. 1 to 2 rev/min
b. 3 to 5 rev/min
c. 5 to 10 rev/min
d. 10 to 20 rev/min
e. over 20 rev/min
A
The permeable portion of a tricking filter can be made of
1) Bed of rock
2) Screens
3) Shredder
4) Slag
5) Plastic
a. 1, 2, 3
b. 1, 4, 5
c. 2, 3, 4
d. 3, 4, 5
e. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
B
The wastewater is properly cleaned when the conditions are optimized. This means
_________________________.
a. flare pit
b. stabilization lagoon
c. headworks
d. oil/filter separator
e. clarifier
C
In a BPNR process, __________ are removed.
a. carbon dioxides
b. colloidal materials
c. inorganic materials
d. phosphorus compounds
e. sand and suspended solids
D
a. g/L
b. kg/L
c. mg/kL
d. dg/kL
e. mg/L
E
When doing a settle ability test the sample needs to sit for _____ prior to taking a reading.
a. 35 min
b. 30 min
c. 25 min
d. 20 min
e. 15 min
B
A plant section holds one months effluent from the whole plant. This is?
a. Clarifier.
b. Aeration.
c. Stabilization.
d. Flare pit.
e. Oil water separation.
C
An aerobic material is one that has:
a. Dissolved oxygen.
b. Dissolved oxygen but does have nitrite.
c. No dissolved oxygen.
d. No dissolved oxygen but does have nitrite.
e. Dissolved nitrogen but no dissolved oxygen.
A
An anoxic material is one that has:
a. Dissolved oxygen.
b. Dissolved oxygen but does have nitrite.
c. No dissolved oxygen.
d. No dissolved oxygen but does have nitrite.
e. Dissolved nitrogen but no dissolved oxygen.
D
An anaerobic material is one that has:
a. Dissolved oxygen.
b. Dissolved oxygen but does have nitrite.
c. No dissolved oxygen.
d. No dissolved oxygen but does have nitrite.
e. Dissolved nitrogen but no dissolved oxygen.
C
In a wastewater plant, some organic material accumulates on the screen. This organic material is
acceptable:
The rate at which microorganisms consume oxygen in water at 20° C, while decomposing organic
waste matter
What is COD. Explain.
Chemical Oxygen Demand
1) Inspecting
2) Adjusting
3) Preparing work orders
4) Parts inventory control
5) Lubricating
a. 1, 2, 3
b. 2, 3, 4
c. 3, 4, 5
d. 1, 2, 5
e. 2, 4, 5
D
Preventive maintenance is the systematic inspection, cleaning, lubrication and servicing of
equipment.
a. True
b. False
A
If occasional shut downs are not critical or do not lead to expensive loss of production,
preventive maintenance may be of marginal interest.
a. True
b. False
A
Preventative maintenance is the systematic __________, __________, __________,
__________ of equipment.
1) Cleaning
2) Inspection
3) Lubrication
4) Supervision
5) Servicing
a. 2, 3, 4
b. 1, 2, 3, 5
c. 2, 3, 4, 5
d. 1, 2, 4, 5
e. 3, 4, 5
B
Preventative maintenance is based on:
1) Repairing deficiencies
2) Reporting deficiencies
3) Scheduling maintenance inspections
4) Recording repairs performed
a. 1, 3
b. 1, 2, 3
c. 2, 3, 4
d. 1, 3, 4
e. 1, 2, 3, 4
E
Inspecting, adjusting and cleaning fall under which classification of preventative maintenance:
a. Actual work
b. Pre-work
c. Maintenance work
d. Mechanical work
e. Temporary work
D
Preventative maintenance can be separated into two classifications:
1) Actual work
2) Paper work
3) Mechanical work
4) Maintenance work
a. 1, 2
b. 2, 3
c. 3, 4
d. 1, 4
e. 2, 4
B
Parts inventory control falls under which classification of preventive maintenance:
a. Actual work
b. Paper work
c. Temporary work
d. Mechanical work
e. Pre-work
B
A Third Class Chief Engineer should be familiar with the following maintenance management
areas:
1) Preventative maintenance
2) Management information system
3) Work order system
4) Planning and scheduling work
a. 1, 2, 3
b. 1, 3, 4
c. 2, 3, 4
d. 1, 2
e. 3, 4
B
Operations administration records are kept to a minimum and are only taken daily and weekly.
a. True
b. False
B
The authority that makes the keeping of the log book mandatory is the:
a. Boilers Act
b. Industry Trade Union
c. Plant or Chief Engineer
d. Institute of Power Engineers
e. Workers Compensation Board
A
Requirements for the Provincial Boiler and Pressure Vessels Act and Regulations, as far as
record keeping goes, the following must be adhered to:
a. 3, 4
b. 2, 4
c. 1, 2, 4
d. 1, 2, 3
e. 1, 2, 3, 4
E
Required records are kept:
1) To comply with the Provincial Boilers and Pressure Vessels Act and Regulations
2) To comply with the Provincial Workers Compensation Board
3) To comply with the ASME codes
4) To comply with the insurance companies
a. 1, 2, 3
b. 1, 2, 4
c. 2, 3, 4
d. 1, 2
e. 2, 4
B
The logbook is:
a. A legal document
b. Not required by Boiler Inspector
c. Not to be used as evidence in inquiries
d. Not to be used for recording operating temperatures and pressures
e. Used to record absenteeism
A
Gantt charts used in planning techniques are used for showing:
a. 1, 2
b. 2, 3, 4
c. 3, 4
d. 1, 2, 3, 4
e. 1, 2, 3
D
In order to construct a good plan for a boiler outage, you must know:
a. 1, 2, 3
b. 2, 3, 4
c. 1, 3, 4
d. 1, 2, 3, 4
e. 3, 4
C
The limitations of using a Gantt chart as a planning technique is that it:
a. True
b. False
A
The actual work phase of a plan is to make sure that the work is done, hopefully meeting most
of the time allocations.
a. True
b. False
A
The purpose of a review of a plan is:
1) To gain experience
2) To recommend changes for the next time
3) To inform other people of various problems
4) To make a report to become part of the continuous program of planning
a. 1, 2
b. 2, 3
c. 1, 3, 4
d. 2, 3, 4
e. 1, 2, 3, 4
E
A key ingredient that will help it to operate effectively and efficiently is:
a. Effective communications.
b. Written communication.
c. Spoken communication.
d. Visual communication.
e. A good telephone system.
A
Written communication includes.
1. Letters.
2. Memos.
3. Posters.
4. Procedure manuals.
5. Charts.
a. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
b. 1, 2, 4
c. 2, 3, 4
d. 1, 3, 5
e. 2, 4, 5
B
Visual communication includes.
1. Overheads.
2. Memos.
3. Posters.
4. Procedure manuals.
5. Charts.
a. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
b. 2, 3, 4
c. 1, 3, 5
d. 2, 4, 5
e. 1, 2, 5
C
As part of the environmental management program it is important for the company to keep in
touch with the public by:
1. Brochures and info about future plans.
2. Emergency phone number in case they have a concern with operation of the facility.
3. Provide them with an emergency evacuation plan.
a. 1
b. 2
c. 3
d. 1, 2
e. 1, 2, 3
E
When a new employee reads the procedures for starting a piece of equipment and is shown a
way that is different than the one explained in the operation procedures, this will:
a. 1, 2, 3
b. 2, 3, 4
c. 1, 2, 3, 4
d. 1, 3, 4
e. 1, 2, 4
C
Procedures for plant operations are written to provide safety to the:
1. Public.
2. Owner's assets.
3. Employees.
a. 1
b. 2
c. 3
d. 1, 3
e. 1, 2, 3
E
The way operation procedures are written will directly affect:
a. 4, 2
b. 7, 5
c. 1, 7
d. 3, 6
3. 2, 8
D
It is the _____ responsibility to set up a program to protect the environment that includes
training, monitoring, and reporting.
a. Piezometer wells.
b. Ustinov observation wells.
c. Storage tank observation wells.
d. Ground water meter wells.
e. Quality wells.
A
The main reason why plants provide its employee with procedures to operate a piece of
equipment is to:
a. Save time.
b. Save money.
c. Save both time and money.
d. Keep the plant operating at all cost.
e. Attempt to eliminate the risk of accident or incident.
E
If a company fails to control the emissions of the plant this could result in:
a. 1, 2
b. 3, 4
c. 2, 3
d. 1, 4
e. 2, 4
C
When writing in log books, memos, manuals etc., the key elements are:
a. 1, 2, 5
b. 2, 3, 4
c. 3, 4, 5
d. 1, 4, 5
e. 2, 4, 5
A
Visual communications as practiced at a power plant include:
1. Written reports.
2. Exhibitions and posters.
3. Films.
4. Instructions on bulletin boards.
a. 1, 2
b. 2, 3
c. 3, 4
d. 1, 4
e. 1, 3
B
At a power plant the term "preventive maintenance" involves the following actions:
1. Repairing deficiencies.
2. Reporting deficiencies.
3. Scheduling maintenance inspections.
4. Recording repairs performed.
a. 2, 4
b. 1, 2, 3
c. 2, 3, 4
d. 1, 3, 4
e. 1, 2, 3, 4
E
Records are kept in a steam plant for which of the following reasons:
1. Legal requirements.
2. Supervisory requirements.
3. Analysis and decision making requirements.
4. Financial requirements.
a. 1, 2
b. 1, 3, 4
c. 2, 3, 4
d. 1, 2, 3, 4
e. 1, 2, 3
B
The demands that insurance companies put on power plants regarding record keeping are:
a. 1, 2, 3, 4
b. 1, 2, 3
c. 2, 3, 4
d. 1, 2
e. 3, 4
A
Industrial health and safety committees are established to:
a. 1, 2, 3
b. 1, 2, 3, 4
c. 1, 3, 4
d. 2, 3, 4
e. 1, 2, 4
B
Gantt charts are used to plan:
1. Shift schedules.
2. Large and long overalls.
3. Holiday schedule.
4. Day to day operation of the plant.
a. 1, 3
b. 1, 2
c. 2, 3, 4
d. 1, 2, 3
e. 1, 2, 3, 4
D
The information found in an equipment record card is:
a. 1, 2
b. 2, 3
c. 1, 2, 3, 4
d. 2, 3, 4
e. 3, 4
C
Plants that have numerous operation units require their employees to be familiar with all of
those units by spending time working in all of them over a period of years. The most effective
way to become familiarized with a particular unit is by:
a. Asking the person leaving the shift prior to you taking the shift over.
b. Attending safety committee meetings.
c. Following the critical path method for that unit.
d. Reviewing the operation procedures for that unit.
e. Following the Gantt chart for that unit.
D
The responsibility for safety on the work-site falls upon the:
1. Employee
2. Safety committee
3. Plant management
4. Provincial inspector
a. 1, 2, 3, 4
b. 1, 2, 4
c. 1, 2, 3
d. 1, 3, 4
e. 1, 3
C
On the job safety is the responsibility of:
a. The employee
b. The safety committee
c. The plant management
d. The employer
e. All of the above
E
Which of the following is not a planning technique used in a steam plant:
a. CPM.
b. C.E.T.
c. Arrow diagrams.
d. Decision tree methods.
e. Gantt charts.
B
The composition of a plant safety committee should be made from:
a. 1, 2
b. 1, 3, 4
c. 3, 4
d. 1, 2, 3,
e. 2
B
Convenience assignment maintenance scheduling:
a. 1, 2, 3, 4
b. 1, 2
c. 1, 2, 3
d. 4
e. 2
D
Environmental management program involves protection of the environment and _____
awareness.
a. Private.
b. Individual.
c. Public.
d. Government.
e. Industrial.
C
What is another way to describe a milestone when using critical path for planing?
A checkpoint
What are dummy arrows in critical path?
Dotted lines used to fill gaps in the diagram
On an extraction turbine the extraction pressure is: extraction turbine: steam to be "extracted"
at an intermediate pressure for other
a. Not critical processes.
Back-Pressure Turbine: exhausts steam at a
b. Varied according to turbine load pressure higher than atmospheric pressure,
directly used in processes that require low-
c. Maintained constant regardless of turbine load pressure steam.
d. Proportional to the turbine load
e. Reduced if load increases
A back-pressure turbine which exhausts steam to an old boiler header still supplying steam to an old steam is required both for power
lower pressure turbine is called: generation and for process heating or other
uses. Unlike a condensing turbine (which
a. Condensing-bleeder turbine exhausts steam to a condenser to lower its
pressure), a back-pressure turbine exhausts
b. Cross compound turbine steam at a higher pressure for use in
c. Condensing turbine various industrial processes.
d. Topping turbine
e. Mixed pressure turbine
_____________ turbines are large turbines consisting of two or more turbines in series coupled together
as one shaft and applied to one generator.
a. Topping
b. Tandem-compound
c. Condensing-bleeder
d. Cross-compound
e. Mixed pressure
__________________ turbines are large turbines with parallel shafts with a generator on each shaft.
a. Condensing
b. Tandem-compound
c. Extraction-bleeder
d. Condensing-bleeder
e. Cross-compound
In a steam turbine having pressure drop across the moving blades, an unbalanced ________ thrust will
be developed upon the rotor.
a. axial
b. centrifugal net axial force pushes the rotor
c. radial
in the direction of lower
pressure
d. impulse use thrust bearings or balance
e. rotational pistons to counteract the force
In a steam turbine using velocity compounding _____________ expand the steam from initial to exhaust
pressure.
a. two sets of nozzles and moving blades
b. stationary blades
c. stationary and moving blades
Velocity-Compounded =
Impulse turbine.
d. moving blades Pressure-Velocity Compounded
e. stationary inlet nozzles = Reaction turbine.
A steam turbine water seal is used ________ to insure that no air leaks in along the shaft.
a. on start-up
b. at speed below 2000 rev/min
ensure that no air leaks in along the
c. on shut-down shaft at higher operating speeds,
d. only on condensing turbine where the pressure differential
between the turbine interior and the
e. at speed above 2000 rev/min atmosphere could allow air to enter.
A steam turbine assembled casing is machined off inside in a boring mill to:
1) Make grooves for shaft seals :seal the turbine shaft and prevent steam leakage.
2) Make grooves for diaphragms :control steam flow through the turbine stages.
3) Machine surfaces for bearings :for the installation of bearings.
4) Machine flange surfaces flat
a. 1, 2, 3
b. 2, 3, 4
Reaction steam turbines often use __________________ seals as part of the shroud with the seal
clearances kept as small as possible.
a. radial
b. Water
c. radial and axial
d. Carbon
e. Axial
What is the maximum allowable wetness for steam moving through a turbine? How can free water be
removed?
14%
Free water can be removed from the casing by draining groves that lead to casing drains that expel
water to the condenser
During start up of a steam turbine the thrust block is pushed against a stop in the direction of the exhaust
for:
a. Maximum seal clearance.
b. Minimum seal clearance.
c. Maximum blade efficiency.
d. Maximum blade clearance.
e. Minimum blade clearance.
When the exit pressure of a steam turbine nozzle is less than _____ times the inlet pressure then a
_____ nozzle will be used.
a. 0.757, convergent
b. 0.577, convergent-divergent
c. 0.757, convergent-divergent
d. 0.757, convergent
e. 0.577, convergent or convergent-divergent
When turbine blade velocity is equal to one half the steam velocity, then exiting steam:
a. Frictional losses are maximized.
b. Allows a smaller turbine to be used.
c. Permits higher steam pressure use.
d. Absolute velocity equals zero.
e. Creates pressure-velocity compounding.
The efficiency of the Rankine cycle (steam plant) that utilizes a steam turbine is:
a. 10-15 %
b. 20-25%
c. 30-35%
d. 40-45%
e. 50-55%
Throttle governing uses a single large control valve so when the steam is throttled the _______ , thus
increasing turbine efficiency.
a. superheat will increase
b. superheat will decrease when steam is throttled, its
c. pressure will increase
pressure drops without a
proportional drop in
d. pressure will stay the same temperature. This results in an
e. temperature will decrease increase in superheat
Back pressure and extraction turbines use _________ in connection with ___________. back pressure turbine: exhaust steam
for industrial processes or heating.
1) pressure sensitive governor Instead of being condensed
2) throttle governing extraction turbine: some steam to be
removed (extracted) partway through
3) speed sensitive governor the turbine at a controlled pressure for
4) by-pass governing
use in processes or heating
a. 1, 2
b. 1, 3
a. 1, 3, 6
b. 2, 4, 5
The overspeed trip a turbine is usually set to trip the mechanism when it reaches _____ of operating
speed.
a. 100%.
b. 105%.
c. 110%.
In order to supply oil at two different pressures, a typical turbine lube oil system has:
a. One centrifugal pump and one reciprocating positive displacement pump.
b. One shaft driven pump comprising both high and low pressure sections.
c. One shaft drive high pressure pump and an electric low pressure pump.
d. A pressure reducing valve.
e. A separate pump for each system.
In a mechanical-hydraulic governor system, what is the purpose of the auxiliary oil pump?
a. It provides oil pressure in case of a main pump failure. auxiliary oil pump is used to provide
b. It provides oil pressure to the bearings. the necessary oil pressure to the
governor system and other critical
c. It provides oil pressure to the governor system. components during the start-up of the
d. It provides oil pressure during start-up of the turbine. turbine.
main oil pump: driven by the turbine
e. It boosts the main pump's pressure. shaft
If the cooling water for a condenser, taken from a cooling tower is high in dissolved oxygen, the ability of
the condenser to act as a deaerator is ____________ .
a. directly proportional to the level of dissolved oxygen
b. not impeded condenser's deaeration function is
based on the removal of non-
c. inversely proportional to the level of dissolved oxygen condensable gases from the steam
d. impeded during the condensation process,
which is not directly influenced by the
e. reduced oxygen content
In a ______________ the feed pump draws from the hot well only the quantity of feed water required by
the boiler, the remainder overflows into the cooling pond where it is cooled and reused as cooling water.
a. surface condenser
b. counterflow condenser
c. down flow condenser
d. radial flow condenser
e. jet condenser
The cooling water for the air ejectors on a surface condenser is _____________ .
a. row water
b. treated water
c. condensate
d. river water
e. distilled water
The _____________ function is to continually extract the condensate from the condenser hotwell and
pump it through the air ejector coolers.
a. extraction pump
b. circulating pump : Moves cooling water through the condenser.
c. vacuum pump
d. feed water pump : Supplies water to the boiler
e. cooling water pump: through the condenser tube
In order to prevent air from entering the condenser when the condenser condensate extraction pump is in
stand-by position, the pump is equipped with:
a. Shaft sleeves
b. Labyrinth seals
c. Mechanical seals
d. Carbon rings
e. Water sealed glands
Low-pressure feedwater heaters are exposed on the waterside to the discharge pressure of the
_______________ pump.
a. circulating
b. extraction
c. cooling water
Extraction pump: Extracts
steam from the turbine for use
in feedwater heating.
Extraction pump: Extracts
d. boiler feedwater steam from the turbine for use
e. air ejector in feedwater heating.
In a gas turbine cycle using an intercooler the following advantages are obtained:
1) The specific volume of the air is reduced 2) The cooler air recovers more heat from the regenerator
3) The temperature of the second stage compressor will be increased thus increasing thermal efficiency
4) More of the turbine power can be available for the output load
a. 1, 2, 3
b. 1, 2, 4
In simple gas turbines the air is compressed to the following maximum pressures:
a. 2000 kPa
b. 2500 kPa
c. 3000 kPa
d. 3500 kPa
e. 4000 kPa
The combustion chamber exit gas temperatures will reach a maximum of:
a. 1550°C
b. 1570°C
c. 1650°C
d. 1670°C
e. 1750°C
Gas Temperatures at the simple gas turbine inlet section are at maximum:
a. 580ºC
b. 770ºC
c. 875ºC
d. 920ºC
e. 1000ºC to 1500 inlet section: after the combustion process, inlet of the turbine
1) Protect equipment from the elements(恶劣天气) 2) Allows the incorporation of heat and gas detectors
Automatic emergency trips shut off the main fuel valve in the event of:
a. High exhaust temperatures : indicate an issue like an overheated turbine or combustion system.
b. Differential pressures are too high across the filters
c. Inlet air temperatures exceed maximum
d. Compressor discharge pressures are too high
e. Compressor discharge temperatures are too high
The practical limit for NOx with steam or water injection for natural gas is:
a. 5 ppm
b. 10 ppm
c. 15 ppm
d. 20 ppm
e. 25 ppm
The practical lower limit for NOx for liquid fuels is:
a. 22 ppm
b. 32 ppm
c. 42 ppm
d. 52 ppm
e. 62 ppm
Most pistons in large internal combustion engines are provided with ______________.
a. four rings
b. three rings
c. five rings
d. six rings
e. two rings
The approximate air pressure required for starting a large internal combustion engine is ___________.
a. 21000 kPa
b. 1500 kPa
c. 1000 kPa
d. 210 kPa
e. 2100 kPa
An electric starter motor powered by a storage battery may start engines up to _______________.
a. 1000 kw
b. 1500 kw
c. 2000 kw
d. 2500 kw
e. 3000 kw
Before starting a large industrial diesel engine, to ensure that all valves work freely in their guides,
__________ is applied to the valve system.
a. a little clean kerosene Kerosene : clean, low-viscosity
fluid that helps lubricate the
valve components and prevent
sticking, ensuring smooth
operation during the engine's
startup.
Kerosene : clean, low-viscosity
b. a little clean gasoline fluid that helps lubricate the
c. a little clean water
valve components and prevent
sticking, ensuring smooth
d. a little clean diesel operation during the engine's
e. a little clean sulphuric acid startup.
While starting a large industrial diesel engine, the oil pressure may not go above the low oil pressure trip
setting until the engine has started up, therefore a/an __________ switch is pushed in to override the trip.
a. crossover
b. overriding
c. interlocking
d. by-pass
e. equalizing
Shortly after a large diesel engine is started up and the oil pressure is increased to above the trip setting,
the bypass switch is to be returned to the ____________ position. ?
a. off
b. run
c. hand
d. controlled
e. manual
The pressure of the air at the end of the diesel compression stroke may be as high as:
a. 1,000 kPa.
b. 2,100 kPa.
c. 3,100 kPa.
d. 4,100 kPa.
e. 5,100 kPa.
The four-cycle engine is lubricated by:
a. Mixing lubricating oil with the gasoline. two-stroke engines
b. An oil pressure system.
c. A drip oil system.
d. Brass bushings. four-cycle engine (also known
e. Semi-solid lubricants. as a four-stroke engine)
In the opposed piston diesel engine the power from the upper crankshaft is transmitted to the lower
crankshaft by:
a. A chain.
b. A belt.
c. A coupling.
d. Bevel gears.
e. Hydraulic fluid.
Either of two basic systems can be used for the injection of the fuel, into the diesel cylinder. They are:
a. Solid injection system and distributor system.
b. Solid injection system and air injection system. gasoline engines:
c. Air injection system and common rail system. Carburetor (older method):fuel is mixed
with air in the carburetor before entering
d. Air injection system and distributor system. the cylinder.
Port fuel injection (PFI)
e. Solid injection system and common rail system. Direct fuel injection (DI)
Some _____ may be operated in reverse rotation. The standard is anti-clockwise looking on the free end.
The pressure and temperature of the air at the end of the diesel compression stroke may be as high as:
a. 50,000 kPa and 700 oC
b. 30,000 kPa and 600 oC
c. 40,000 kPa and 1000 oC
d. 3,000 kPa and 850 oC
e. 3,000 kPa and 540 oC
The advantages as compared to conventional facilities of cogeneration at micro (local) level include:
1) Reduction in the total energy bill when electricity is required at the site
2) It is generally more compact and less maintenance required as compared to the conventional facilities
The applications of cogeneration can befall into which of the following areas:
1) Institutional establishments
2) Large scale industries plants
3) Localized central and heating and cooling plant
4) Theatres and restaurants
a. 1, 2, 3
Which one of the following cogeneration systems best describes this process? "The fuel is burned in a
conventional gas turbine combustor. The gas turbine is connected to an electrical generator. The exhaust
from the gas turbine is then used as combustion air to mix with fuel burned in the boiler. The steam
produced from the boiler is used to drive a steam turbine which is connected to a second electrical
generator".
a. Back Pressure Steam Turbine Cogeneration
b. Waste Heat Cogeneration
c. Gas Turbine Cogeneration
d. Combined-cycle Steam/Gas Turbine Cogeneration
e. Combined-cycle Gas/Steam Turbine Cogeneration
Which one of the following simple-cycle cogeneration systems best describes the process? "Fuel burned
to produce heat for a process and then to use the waste heat from the process to produce steam in the
boiler. The steam from the boiler is fed to the steam turbine to turn an electric generator. The low
pressure exhaust steam from the steam turbine is used to drive another turbine on to provide heat to the
feedwater heaters."
a. Back Pressure Steam Turbine
b. Condensing Steam Turbine
c. Waste Heat Cogeneration
d. Heat Engine Cogeneration
e. Gas Turbine
Which one of the following cogeneration systems best describes this process? "The compressor driven
by the gas turbine supplies pressurized combustion air to mix with fuel and burned in the boiler. The
steam produced by the boiler is used to drive a steam turbine which is connected to an electrical
generator. The exhaust gases from the boiler are then fed to the gas turbine which is connected to a
second electrical generator."
a. Back Pressure Turbine
b. Waste Heat
c. Gas Turbine
d. Combined-cycle Steam/Gas Turbine
e. Combined-cycle Gas/Steam Turbine
Which one of the following cogeneration systems best describes this? "The system consists of a gas
turbine, steam turbine, electrical generators (driven by the gas and steam turbines) and a fixed HRSG
unit."
a. Fully Fixed Combined-cycle
b. Steam/Gas Turbine Combined-cycle
c. Gas/Steam Turbine Combined-cycle
d. Back Pressure Steam/Gas Turbine Combined-cycle
e. Condensing Steam/Gas Turbine Combined-cycle
A HRSG extracts most of its heat energy from the exhaust of a gas turbine and the remainder of the
required heat energy to run the steam turbine is supplied by:
a. The flue gases of the auxiliary boiler
b. Burning fuel in a series of auxiliary burners
c. The heat from the exhaust heat boiler
d. Increasing the input energy to the gas turbine
e. A separately fired heater independent of the HRSG
When the fuel supplied first produces electrical power with the thermal energy produced as a by-product.
This cogeneration system is called the:
a. Waste Heat Cycle
b. Gas Turbine Cycle
c. Heat Engine Cycle
d. Topping Cycle
e. Bottoming Cycle
When the fuel supplied produces high temperature thermal energy for processes and the heat exhausted
from these processes is used to produce electrical energy from a HRSG. The cogeneration system is
called the:
a. Waste Heat Cycle
b. Gas Turbine Cycle
c. Heat Engine Cycle
d. Topping Cycle
e. Bottoming Cycle
The ______ system has the electrical production from the cogeneration system fixed at maximum and
changing electrical requirements met by the electrical utility grid.
a. home based
b. base loaded
c. set electrical demand
d. constant based
e. demand based
The _____ system has the electrical supply from the utility grid fixed and the cogeneration system looks
after changing the electrical requirements.
a. home based
b. base Loaded
c. set electrical demand
d. constant based
e. demand based
Fixed production of a minimum thermal energy for thermal load control strategy of a cogeneration system
is achieved by:
a. Varying the prime mover output and fixed the thermal energy output.
b. Operating the prime mover at constant maximum output and adjust the thermal requirements by other
means.
During low thermal requirement periods of a cogeneration system a diverter valve is used to:
a. Direct the exhaust gases from the HRSG to the atmosphere.
b. Direct the thermal energy from the duct burner to the atmosphere.
c. Direct the excess electrical energy to another utility grid.
d. Direct the thermal energy from the gas turbine to the duct burner.
e. Direct the exhaust gases from the gas turbine to the atmosphere.
When additional thermal energy is required in a cogeneration system, a _____ is often used for this
purpose.
a. HRSG
b. Gas Turbine duct burner is placed in the
c. Boiler
exhaust stream of the gas
turbine, and it burns extra fuel
d. Duct Burner to add more thermal energy
e. Unit Heater (heat) to the system.
Some HRSG boilers of the once through forced circulation design equipped with high alloy tubes and it
can:
a. Operate with high velocity water flow through the tubes.
b. Operate with high volume water flow through the tubes.
c. Operate with low steam flow through the tubes.
d. Operate without water flow through the tubes.
e. Operate without chemical treatment for the boiler.
_____ and _____ can be used in a HRSG to reduce NOX leaving the HRSG.
a. Steam and NH3
b. CO2 and NH3
c. SO2 and NH3
d. H2O and NH3
e. CO2 and SO2
Cogeneration systems with an IC engine connected to a HRWH (Heat Recovery Water Heater) can
obtain good efficiency in ______ systems.
a. heavy industry
b. normal household
c. small industry
d. small air conditioning
e. large heating
When starting a cogeneration system with a gas turbine, the starting motor will disengage from the
turbine when the turbine is at approximately ____ % of its rated speed.
a. 5
b. 10
c. 25
d. 35
e. 55
In a combined-cycle cogeneration arrangement, what does each of the two different thermodynamic
cycles operate?
An independent electrical generator
What would you call a combined cycle cogeneration arrangement that allows the boiler to be fired
separately at somewhat reduced load if the gas turbine is unavailable?
Fully-fired Combined-Cycle Cogeneration
What design has the most attractive operating and performance characteristics of all combined cycle
plants?
Single-Shaft Combined-Cycle Power Plant
What is a TEG?
Turbine Exhaust Gas boiler
(3B2-C-08-15) Axial flow compressor advantages are similar to those of centrifugal air compressors they
have an added advantage of:
Select one:
A.Being lower in mass
B.Being a shorter machine
C.Being corrosion and erosion free
efficiency can be approximately
10% higher due to smoother
D.Being approximately 10% more efficient airflow and reduced energy
E.Solid forged rotor losses in compression.
(3B2-C-08-17) Because rotary lobe compressors do not have impellers in contact with each other they:
Select one:
A.Do not require internal lubrication
B.Do not need a timing gear
C.Will not wear as quickly
D.Have no friction loss
E.Are very inefficient
(3B2-C-08-29) In a packaged screw compressor package, the bulk of the moisture is removed in the
moisture separator in order to decrease the load in the:
Select one:
A.Air/fluid separator
B.Pre-filter
C.Air dryer
D.After filter
E.Water/oil separator
(3B2-C-08-30) In a rotary lobe compressor one lobe is directly driven by the driving mechanism while the
other lobe is driven by:
Select one:
A.Intermeshing with the driven lobe
The timing gears are used to
synchronize the rotation of the
B.A reduction gear lobes so that they mesh
C.Means of timing gears properly.
(3B2-C-08-35) Lubricating oil is necessary in an air compressor in order to perform the following
functions:
1. Provide sealing
2. Remove heat
3. Reduce friction
4. Eliminate water cooling
5. Reduce corrosion
6. Remove carbon
7. Prevent wear
Select one:
A.1, 2 ,3, 4, 5
B.1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7
C.1, 3, 4, 6
D.1, 2, 3, 5, 7
(3B2-C-08-38) Reciprocating Compressor valves are usually automatic and open and close by:
Select one:
A.Action of a poppet valve
B.Movement of the piston covering or uncovering ports
C.Operation of an air solenoid valve
D.A pressure difference
(3B2-C-08-48) The lobe type compressor runs at speeds up to about _____ RPM.
Select one:
A.1550
B.1600
C.1650
D.1700
E.1750
(3B2-C-08-51) The spiral valve on a package industrial screw compressor varies the volume of
compressed air produced by:
Select one:
A.Regulating the amount of air to the unit according to demand
B.Regulating the speed of the driver reducing the output when full
C.Regulating the amount of cooling water to the cooler
capacity is not required
This helps in matching the
D.Returning air to the suction line compressor’s output to the
E.By-passing the air dryer demand.
(3B2-C-08-56) To facilitate the removal of moisture and oil from the compressed air, a/an _____ is
installed.
Select one:
A.Intercooler
B.Oil separator An aftercooler is used to cool
C.Unloader
the compressed air, which
helps to condense moisture
D.Expansion tank and allows for easier removal
E.Aftercooler of moisture and oil from the air.
(3B2-C-08-57) Two pre-filters are installed on a package industrial screw compressor. They are installed
at the inlet of the:
Select one:
A.Water/oil separator They help remove large
B.Air dryer particles, moisture, and oil
C.After filter
before the air enters the dryer,
ensuring that the air is cleaner
D.Air/fluid separator and dryer before the final
E.Moisture separator filtration stage.
(3B2-C-08-83) Sliding vane compressors can produce discharge pressures up to 1000 kPa.
A.
TRUE
(3B2-C-08-64) The work required for isothermal compression is less than the work required for adiabatic
compression.
A. isothermal compression, the temperature
TRUE of the gas remains constant, and the
process involves heat exchange to maintain
B. the temperature.
adiabatic compression:increase in the gas's
FALSE temperature, which requires more work
To prevent surging, the capacity of the compressor must not be allowed to fall below the ___________.
a. surge limit
b. maximum volume
c. rated point
d. rated pressure
e. set point
One method to prevent surging in dynamic compressors is to ___________________.
a. use variable frequency drive
b. use vanes
c. install a recirculation line
d. open a discharge line blow-off valve to atmosphere
e. use a safety valve
When first starting a compressor operate the cylinder lubricator by hand to _______________.
a. take some load off the pressure lubricator
b. make sure it works for duration of compressor operation
c. supply some oil to the cylinder for start-up :preventing dry starts
d. to ensure that there is oil in the crankcase
e. All of the above
When starting up a compressor, ensure the manual block valves in the suction and discharge lines are
______________.
a. both wide open
b. both closed operate without restriction,
c. both valves throttled back
ensuring proper airflow and
preventing damage that could
d. suction valve wide open and discharge valve closed occur if the flow of air is
e. suction valve closed and discharge valve wide open obstructed.
_____ on centrifugal air compressors are provided in order to control the amount of air flowing to the
impeller and thus control the capacity of the unit.
a. Adjustable inlet vanes
b. Adjustable diffuser vanes
c. Variable frequency drive
control the amount of air
flowing to the impeller, thus
d. Moving and fixed blades regulating the capacity of the
e. Dummy piston. unit.
_____ compressors are more efficient than other positive displacement types.
a. Rotary screw.
b. Sliding vane.
c. Rotary lobe.
d. Axial flow.
e. Reciprocating.
A type of rotary compressor that is suitable for high speeds and may have a speed increasing gear
implemented with an electric motor drive is:
a. A screw type
b. A sliding vane type continuous airflow and
c. A rotary lobe type
reliability at higher speeds,
often paired with electric motor
d. An axial flow type drives that can handle these
e. A radial flow type demands.
a. 3, 4, 5, 6
b. 1, 2, 5, 6
Centrifugal compressor impellers are usually made form steel and are:
1. Cast.
2. Machined.
3. Forged.
4. Made by welding.
5. Galvanized.
a. 1, 2, 3.
b. 1, 4, 5.
c. 1, 3, 4.
A reciprocating compressor that employs clearance pocket as an unloading, method has the crank end
inlet valve open and the clearance pocket closed. What capacity is the compressor working at?
a. 0%.
b. 25%.
c. 50%.
Surging of dynamic air compressors can produce severe shock to the system and may be violent enough
to damage the:
a. Driver and casing.
b. Impeller or piping. damaging critical components
c. Dummy piston.
like the impeller and piping,
which are highly sensitive to
d. Bearings and gearing. sudden changes in pressure
e. Casing and foundation. and flow.
After an air receiver is opened up it should be thoroughly ventilated because of the chance of it
containing:
a. Oil.
b. Water.
c. Carbon monoxide.
particularly if the air
d. Carbon dioxide. compressor system uses fuel-
e. Hydrogen. based engines
A _____ is used to activate the inlet air unloader by monitoring receiver pressure.
a. Solenoid valve.
b. Spring loaded pilot valve.
c. Spring.
d. Lever.
e. Camshaft.
Group 3 refrigerants are __________________________. A: toxic > 400 ppm
a. extremely flammable B: toxic < 400 ppm
b. moderately flammable
c. non flammable 2:LFL > 100g/m³
d. moderately explosive 3:LFL < 100g/m³
e. non explosive Lower Flammability Limit.
Some reciprocating compressors on ammonia systems are protected from liquid slugs by
_________________.
a. spring loaded safety heads
b. automatic drain traps
c. extra heavy valves
d. low pressure cut outs
e. high water cut outs
a. -11°C
b. -18°C
c. -25°C
d. -51°C
e. -4°C
The evaporator in a centrifugal compressor (chiller unit) system is also called a ________________.
a. vaporizer
b. eliminator
c. purger
d. cooler
e. vent condenser
A duplex compression refrigeration system is used when temperatures below ____ °C are required.
a. -18
b. -20
c. -45
d. -51
e. -92
In a two stage refrigeration system, the 1st stage compressor is usually a ____________ compressor.
a. centrifugal
b. axial flow
c. diffuser
d. rotary
e. reciprocating
In a two stage refrigeration system, the 1st stage compressor is also known as a ___________
compressor.
a. booster
b. standby
c. low volume
d. extraction
e. refrigerant
In a two stage refrigeration system, the 2nd stage compressor is usually a ____________ compressor.
a. centrifugal
b. axial flow
c. diffuser
d. rotary
e. reciprocating
The refrigerant that has worst properties in regards to the ozone is:
a. R- 12
b. R- 22
c. R- 55
d. R- 134a
e. R- 717
Roller Compressors:
a. Roller compressors have a roller eccentric the casing.
b. The roller contacts the casing.
c. A spring-loaded blade contacts the roller.
d. The blade separates the discharge and suction.
e. All the above are true.
a. ASME.
b. NFPA.
c. CSA.
d. ASTM.
e. IDCB.
In the basic absorbing system the dividing line between the high side and the low side is the:
a. Aqua pump and the expansion valve
b. Aqua pump and the condenser
c. Generator and the receiver
d. Expansion valve and the generator
e. Aqua pump and the generator.
The starting and stopping of the compressor is normally done automatically by means of
__________________.
a. a pressure limiting device Temperature: evaporator or
b. an automatic low pressure cut-out room temperature to maintain
c. either a temperature actuated control or a pressure actuated control
the desired cooling effect.
Pressure: the pressure in the
d. a rheostat refrigeration system (e.g.,
e. a heat sensor in the evaporator suction or discharge pressure).
Low-pressure cut-outs are used on refrigeration systems to _________________.
Purging lines and valves are usually located in ammonia compression systems on the
_____________________.
a. evaporator outlet purging lines and valves are
b. bottom of the receiver used to remove non-
c. top of the receiver
condensable gases (such as air)
Non-condensable gases rise to
d. compressor outlet the top of the receiver because
e. top of the evaporator they are lighter than ammonia
The majority of the non condensable gases in a refrigeration system tends to collect at the highest point
of the _____________ naturally.
a. compressor
b. receiver naturally collect at the top of
c. condenser
the condenser
in the condenser, there is often
d. evaporator a small portion of gaseous
e. purger refrigerant
In an indirect ammonia system using brine and a water-cooled condenser, the discharge pressure is
controlled by ______________________.
a. the load on the brine
discharge pressure is largely influenced
b. regulating the expansion valve by the heat rejection process, which
occurs in the condenser.
In an indirect ammonia vapor compression system using brine, the suction pressure is controlled by
________________.
a. the load on the brine
b. the flow of the condensing water to the condenser the brine load increases (i.e., more
heat is absorbed by the brine), lowers
c. throttling the metering valve the temperature and pressure at the
d. equalizing valve evaporator, reduction in pressure
causes a corresponding drop in suction
e. the flow of the cooling water to the suction side of the compressor pressure
Pressure limiting devices should be provided on a refrigeration system with more than ____ kg of
refrigerant.
a. 1
b. 3
c. 5
d. 7
e. 9
The problem with oil is the greatest in the ____________ of a refrigeration system.
a. condenser
b. receiver
c. evaporator
oil mixes with the refrigerant, it
d. compressor can coat the evaporator's heat
e. purger exchange surfaces
An oil separator is installed in refrigeration systems to prevent oil from carrying over to the
______________.
a. condenser
b. receiver
c. evaporator
oil in the condenser can
interfere with the heat
d. compressor exchange process and decrease
e. purger system efficiency.
Which of the following oil separator used in a refrigeration consists of a series of baffles through which
the oil laden refrigerant must pass?
a. Cyclone
b. Impingement
c. Oil still
An impingement type oil
separator uses a series of
d. Inverted trap baffles through which the oil-
e. I.G.F. laden refrigerant passes.
When using __________ as a refrigerant, moisture corrosion will not usually be a problem:
a. ammonia
b. propane
c. R-12
d. R-22
e. CO2
A salometer is a type of _____________________ that is used to indicate the percentage of salt in a
solution.
a. hydrometer
The lowest freezing point obtainable for a mixture of sodium chloride and water is _____________.
a. -12°C
b. -21°C
c. -30°C
d. -43°C
e. -51°C
The lowest freezing point obtainable for a mixture of calcium chloride and water is ___________.
a. -12°C
b. -21°C
c. -30°C
d. -43°C
e. -51°C
Clearance volume:
a. Has no effect on compressor capacity
b. Has effect on compressor capacity Clearance volume is the small
c. Varies depending upon compressor speed
space left between the piston
and the cylinder head when the
d. Should be the same on all compressors piston is at the top dead center
e. Is the vapor volume in the receiver in a reciprocating compressor.
Hairpin exchangers:
Select one:
A. Are mainly used when the exchange surface area exceeds 50 m²
B. Are easily assembled
C. Are easily cleaned
D. Are used only for low pressures
E. Are rarely used for heat exchange surfaces below 18m2
Which of the below are true of the Fixed Tube Sheet shell and tube exchanger?
1. Has a tube pattern that can fill the shell
2. Has tube sheets welded to the shell
3. Tube sheets can extend past the shell for bolting up
4. The design allows for differences in thermal expansion between the shell and tube bundle
5. Allows brush cleaning
Select one:
A. 1, 2, 3, 4
B. 2, 3, 4, 5
C. 1, 2, 3, 5
a. regenerative
b. bent pipe
c. double tube
A recuperative heat exchanger
is one where heat is transferred
d. jacketed pipe from a hot fluid to a cold fluid
e. recuperative without mixing the fluids.
Which of the following is a disadvantage of a U-shaped shell and tube heat exchanger
____________________.
U shaped shell and tube heat exchangers are not known for ______________________.
a. high heat transfer rates
b. high temperatures
c. high pressure
designed to handle this issue
d. high differential expansion well, rather than being known
e. All of the above for any issues with it.
a. 25°C
b. 35°C
c. 45°C
d. 55°C
e. 65°C
a. one
b. one or more
c. two
d. two or more
e. three
The most common configuration of power generating plant steam condensing overhead aerial
condensers are _____________________.
a. vertical
b. A frame
c. V frame
d. horizontal
e. All of the above
a. atmospheric conditions
b. wind drift
c. wind direction
d. tower fill
e. spray
The pilot used for most of the indirect fired heaters are the ______________ type.
a. on-demand
b. ignition
c. interrupted
flame remains stable
throughout operation and can
d. continuous ignite the main burner when
e. intermittent needed.
On a fired heater the manual vent value downstream of the constant fuel pressure regulator is used for
the purpose of:
a. Venting the gas when the pressure is too high.
b. Flaring of the gas when the pressure is too high.
c. Venting the gas during shut down to isolate the downstream piping.
d. Regulating the gas pressure upstream of the main fuel control valve.
e. Regulating the gas pressure downstream of the regulator.
1. Fractionator reboiling.
2. Preheating the process feed to a reactor.
3. To heat a heat transfer medium.
4. Heating viscous fluids.
a. 1, 2, 3
b. 1, 2, 4
c. 1, 3, 4
d. 2, 3, 4
e. 1, 2, 3, 4
A Eutectic salt solution used as a heat transfer medium in an indirect heater is a mixture of:
a. Sodium nitrate and magnesium nitrate.
b. Calcium nitrate and magnesium nitrate.
c. Sodium nitrate and calcium nitrate.
d. Sodium nitrite and potassium nitrate.
e. Calcium nitrate and potassium nitrate.
The _____ and the _____ assembly are mounted on top of the convection section of vertical fired
heaters.
a. Economizer, superheater.
b. Economizer, air heater.
c. Stack, damper.
d. Reheater, reboiler.
e. Air heater, superheater.
The main fuel and bypass fuel control valves regulate the fuel pressure to the:
a. Main safety shut off valve.
b. Constant fuel pressure regulator.
c. Main atmospheric vent valve.
d. Manual shut off valve.
e. Burners.
To allow for reasonable separation in an oil/water separation pond, which is a component of an industrial
wastewater treatment plant, the separator should have sufficient capacity to hold the average flow for
_________ .
a. 1 day
b. 1 to 2 days
c. 2 to 4 days
The stabilization lagoon should be large enough to hold the effluent of the of the oil/water separation
pond to contain _________ discharge from the plant.
a. one week
b. two weeks
c. three weeks
d. one month
In the clarifier some of the activated sludge is sent back to the first stage aeration tank, the remainder is
sent to __________.
a. wastewater heater
The remainder of the sludge,
b. disposal known as waste activated sludge
c. second stage aeration (WAS), is typically sent for disposal
d. polishing pond
or further processing, such as
dewatering or anaerobic digestion,
e. oil/water separation pond before being disposed of.
The removal of inorganic material in municipal wastewater system is carried out in grit and screen
sections. This removal section is sometime known as _________.
In a municipal wastewater
a. tailworks treatment system, the
b. hardworks headworks refer to the initial
c. headworks
treatment stages where large
debris, grit, and inorganic
d. midworks materials (such as sand and
e. removalworks gravel) are removed.
A rotating trash screen used in a wastewater treatment plant is also called a ________________.
a. comminuter
b. compactor
c. constrictor
d. accumulator
e. barminutor
In a wastewater plant, some organic material accumulates on the screen, this organic material is
acceptable as landfill material.
due to the potential for contamination
(such as pathogens or chemicals), requires
a. True additional handling, such as dewatering,
disinfection, or incineration, before it can
b. False be safely disposed of.
The only place inlet samples are taken from is at the ___________.
a. flare pit
b. stabilization lagoon
c. headworks
d. oil/filter separator
e. clarifier
In a BPNR process, __________ are removed. Biological Phosphorus & Nitrogen Removal (BPNR)
a. carbon dioxides
b. colloidal materials
c. inorganic materials
d. phosphorus compounds
e. sand and suspended solids
What are the four factors that affect the quality of wastewater?
Acidity
Toxicity
Oxygen Demand Levels
Temperature
What happens in the aeration tanks. How long does the effluent stay there?
Water mixes with the activated sludge.
Stays in the first aeration tank for 6 hours
Stays in the second stage tank for up to 2 days
What is a barminutor?
A high speed shredder that traverses the bar screen
What is flotation?
Water and air is combined under pressure then depressurized into a flotation tank. The bubbles attack
onto suspended material as they rise and together, float to the surface of the liquid. The mixture is
skimmed off from the top
The authority that makes the keeping of the log book mandatory is the:
a. Boilers Act
b. Industry Trade Union
c. Plant or Chief Engineer
d. Institute of Power Engineers
e. Workers Compensation Board
In order to construct a good plan for a boiler outage, you must know:
1) The extent and complexity of repairs
2) The cost of the spare parts required
3) The effects of the shut down on production
4) The availability of a Boiler Inspector
a. 1, 2, 3
b. 2, 3, 4
c. 1, 3, 4
When a new employee reads the procedures for starting a piece of equipment and is shown a way that is
different than the one explained in the operation procedures, this will:
1. Erodes the credibility of the trainer.
2. Erodes the credibility of the procedures.
3. Increases the chances for the new employee to be involved in an incident.
4. Improve the chances of the new employee to pick up bad habits.
a. 1, 2, 3
b. 2, 3, 4
c. 1, 2, 3, 4
The communication between _____ and _____ in plant operations is one of the most important.
a. 4, 2
b. 7, 5
c. 1, 7
d. 3, 6
Wells that are used to monitor the ground water quality are sometime called:
monitor groundwater quality and measure
the level of groundwater.
a. Piezometer wells.
Records are kept in a steam plant for which of the following reasons:
1. Legal requirements.
2. Supervisory requirements.
3. Analysis and decision making requirements.
4. Financial requirements.
a. 1, 2
b. 1, 3, 4
What condition can be produced at reduced compressor speeds if variable speed control is used on a dynamic
compressor?
Compressor stalling
Compressor overheating
Compressor surging ✓ Correct
Compressor vibration
Compressor blade erosion
In the event of a large load rejection or following a steam turbine trip while operational and under load, an
automatic valve is placed on one of the steam lines between the control valves and HP turbine section to
depressurize the HP turbine and reheater. What is the name of this valve?
Turbine depressurization valve
Packing blowdown valve
Spray valve
Ventilator dump valve
During a power outage, when a heavy-duty gas turbine slows down and its main oil pump cannot supply enough
lube oil, which component supplies the lube
oil?
The scavenge pump
The AC pre/post lube pump
The DC pre/post lube pump ✓ Correct
Gravity feed
Which methods are used to detect cooling-water leaks in a surface condenser while it is in operation?
1. A pH test
2. Electrical conductivity test
3. Plastic wrapping test
4. Silver nitrate test
5. Fluorescein dye test
2, 4
Between the return line and the sump Ensure that only clean, filtered oil is
distributed through the manifold to critical
In the engine sump engine components.
What is another name for the evaporator in a centrifugal compressor (chiller unit) system?
Vaporizer
Eliminator
Purger
Chiller ✓ Correct
Vent condenser
In order to counter the corrosive nature of the condensate produced from burning fuel with a high sulfur content,
a _____ heat exchanger is installed in the
condensing heat recovery systems.
Plastic lined
Mild steel
High carbon steel
High alloy steel
Stainless steel
In a cogeneration system, the thermal load can be controlled by which two of the following strategies:
1. Fixed production of a minimum thermal energy
2. Varying requirements for thermal energy
3. Base loaded for maximum thermal energy
4. Topping for minimum thermal energy
1, 2 ✓ Correct
2, 3
1, 3
2, 4
1, 4
What are the main dangers that a condenser must be guarded against?
1. Superheated steam
2. Contamination of condensate
3. Increase in backpressure
4. Vibration
1, 2
2, 3 ✓ Correct
3, 4
1, 2, 3
2, 3, 4
The accumulator for a hydraulic starting system holds a quantity of oil under pressure at about _____________________.
3000 kPa to 5000 kPa
5000 kPa to 10 000 kPa
10 000 kPa to 20 000 kPa
bearings or balance
counteract the force
ompounded =
urbine.
Velocity Compounded
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no air leaks in along the
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ressure differential
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could allow air to enter.
pump is typically used
ne startup and shutdown
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ft. This creates an oil film to
slightly, reducing metal-
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ystem to take over.
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different stages of
enabling the fuel to be
ch a way that it helps lower
temperatures
: clean, low-viscosity
helps lubricate the
ponents and prevent
nsuring smooth
during the engine's
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ponents and prevent
nsuring smooth
during the engine's
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our-stroke engine)
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carburetor before entering
tion (PFI)
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perature to maintain
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on system (e.g.,
discharge pressure).
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running without
refrigerant.
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remely low pressure.
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or for lubrication.
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