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Power Generation/Steam Power/Intro

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Review: Lesson 1

The first Lesson was an Introduction to the principles of Electrical power generation. Here are some points you need to remember from lesson 1.

  • Important electric power generation definitions
  • Different sources of energy
  • Electrical energy generation arrangement

Preview: Lesson 2

This Lesson is about Steam Power station. The student/User is expected to understand the following at the end of the lesson.

  • Basics:
  • Arrangements:


  • Cooling:
  • Location:
  • Efficiency:

Definition, advantages & disadvantages.
Components that make up a steam power station.
Wet and dry cooling methods.
Factors influencing selection of construction site.
How efficient this power station is.