Power Management System
Course Title
Power Management System (PMS) Operation and Maintenance Training for Onboard Crews
Course Objective
The objective of this classroom training course is to equip onboard crews with the necessary knowledge and skills to effectively operate Power Management Systems (PMS) in Integrated Full Electric Propulsion (IFEP) vessels. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of GE Power Conversion's PMS and learn how to operate and how to maintain on vessel.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the key system configuration of Integrated Full Electric Propulsion System (IFEP).
- Understand the key principles and functionalities of GE Power Conversion's Power Management System (PMS).
- Understand the operating philosophy and interface details for PMS.
- Identify and resolve common issues related to power generation, distribution, and control within the PMS.
- Utilize monitoring and supervision tools, including software, to monitor and log PMS performance.
- Apply troubleshooting techniques to diagnose and resolve PMS-related problems efficiently.
Course Syllabus
Day 1:
- Introduction to Integrated Full Electric Propulsion System (IFEP).
- Introduction to Power Management Systems (PMS).
- Understand the purpose of Outstations, Plant Connection, Termination Panels, Signal types and the I/O Schedule.
- Understand the principles of controls PLC, within the Outstations, Local Monitoring, Data Tables, Serial Links, Module Replacement Procedure and LED/Software Diagnostics.
- Understanding of HMI format, symbol, and key functionality of PMS.
Day 2:
- Power Management System (PMS) and Power Distribution & Control System (PDCS) in GE PMS: Functions, operation, and interdependencies.
- Monitoring & Supervision System: Utilizing software for supervision, data acquisition, and logging.
Day 3:
- Hands-on session:
o System Operation.
o Software Download & Re-installation.
o Hardware Replacement. - Troubleshooting techniques for identifying and resolving common PMS-related issues.
Note: The syllabus provided is a general guideline and can be customized or expanded based on the specific requirements, available time, and prior knowledge of the participants. Practical hands-on exercises, demonstrations, and interactive sessions should be incorporated throughout the course to enhance understanding and skill development. The focus will be on equipping system technicians with the necessary expertise to operate and troubleshoot GE Power Conversion's Power Management Systems effectively.