Introduction to Coal
A solid technical foundation covering the coal value chain — from formation and extraction to testing and utilization — enabling participants to better support operational, technical, and commercial decisions.
Introduction to Coal is an instructor-led StratEnergy training course in the Power Generation & Plant Performance track. No session is currently published; contact StratEnergy for future dates or in-house delivery. It is intended for Engineers, Operators, Laboratory Personnel, Professionals new to the coal and power industry who require a solid technical foundation. Teams can also request in-house delivery.
Upcoming Sessions
No session is currently published. Contact StratEnergy for future dates or in-house delivery.
Register at register@stratenergy.com.ph or contact alitaperez@stratenergy.com.ph. Enquire about this course.
Course Outline
1. What is Coal
2. Coal Formation and Rank
3. Coal Mining Overview
4. Coal Handling Basics
5. Coal Sampling
• Mechanical sampling
• Manual sampling on conveyor (worse)
• Hand sampling of stationary coal (worst)
• Potential error
6. Coal Testing
• Proximate — moisture, ash, volatile
• Ultimate — C, H, N analyses
• HGI
• Ash Fusion
• Ash Chemistry
• Trace elements
• REEs
• Plasticity
• Petrography
7. Thermal Uses of Coal
• Steam plant — power
• Gasifier
8. Metallurgical Uses of Coal
• Coke
• Reduction agent
• Ore to metal
Who Should Attend
- Engineers
- Operators
- Laboratory Personnel
- Professionals new to the coal and power industry who require a solid technical foundation
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the next Introduction to Coal session?
No session is currently published; contact StratEnergy for future dates or in-house delivery.
Who should attend?
Engineers, Operators, Laboratory Personnel, Professionals new to the coal and power industry who require a solid technical foundation
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.