Boiler Operation and Maintenance Essentials

Covers the fundamentals of utility steam plant control, operations and maintenance. Scope includes the boiler and key ancillary systems such as steam and feedwater piping up to the steam turbine. Focus is on operations and maintenance for boiler service life, performance, reliability and personnel safety.

Boiler Operation and Maintenance Essentials is an instructor-led StratEnergy training course in the Boiler, HRSG & Plant Reliability track. The next published session runs live online on 21–23 April 2027. It is intended for Boiler Engineers, Mechanical Engineers, Plant Engineers, Maintenance Engineers, Reliability Engineers, Operations Engineers, Technical Services Engineers, Utility Engineers. Teams can also request in-house delivery.

Upcoming Sessions

21–23 April 2027 — Live online (instructor-led) · 3 days
Time (online): 1:30 PM – 5:00 PM Philippine time (GMT+8), Days 1 & 2; 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM Philippine time (GMT+8), Day 3

Course Outline

Part 1 — Boiler and Steam Generation System

• Basic Steam Cycle Thermodynamics

• Overview of Steam Boiler Design (heat exchanger theory, heat transfer media, boiler auxiliaries)

• Types of Boilers and Key Components (fire tube, water tube, pressure parts, burner types, fuel types)

• Key Ancillary Components (air & exhaust, control & safety valves, drain/vent/blowdown, soot blowers, pumps, DCS & I&C, water treatment)

Boiler Control Systems

• Cascade Control System

• Fuel Control System

• Air Fuel Ratio Control

• Minimum Fuel Flow Limitations

• Emissions Control

• Boiler Drum Level Control

• Boiler Drum Pressure Control

• Steam Temperature Control

Part 2 — Plant Operations

• Effective Startup and Shutdown Procedures

• Effective O&M Monitoring

• Assuring Boiler Water Quality

• Avoiding Pressure Part Failures and inspection strategy

• Asset Life and Reliability Management

Part 3 — Health and Safety in Boiler Operations

• Prevention of Unsafe Situations

• Assuring Both Safety and Efficient Operation

Part 4 — Real Life Case Studies

Who Should Attend

Boiler Engineers, Mechanical Engineers, Plant Engineers, Maintenance Engineers, Reliability Engineers, Operations Engineers, Technical Services Engineers, Utility Engineers

Frequently Asked Questions

When and where is the next Boiler Operation and Maintenance Essentials session?

The next published session runs live online on 21–23 April 2027. No travel to a classroom venue is required.

Who should attend?

Boiler Engineers, Mechanical Engineers, Plant Engineers, Maintenance Engineers, Reliability Engineers, Operations Engineers, Technical Services Engineers, Utility Engineers

Can I nominate a substitute?

Yes. A registered participant may be replaced by a colleague at no additional cost — just email the substitute's details to register@stratenergy.com.ph before the course starts.

Is in-house delivery available?

Yes. In-house delivery at your plant or office can be requested for teams in Southeast Asia and the Middle East. Contact StratEnergy to discuss scope, tailoring and availability.

How do I register?

Email register@stratenergy.com.ph with the course title, session dates and participant names, or contact alitaperez@stratenergy.com.ph. You can also use the contact form on our website.