This course covers the basic installation, operation, and maintenance procedures associated with boiler plants.

Topics include: Installation of boilers Siting, foundations, boiler rooms, accessories Inspection and testing of boilers Waterside vs. Fireside: inspection and maintenance procedures Boiler tubes, drums, headers, refractories Firing equipment and devices Valves: blowoff, stop, check, pressure-reducing Boiler safety, and pressure relief devices Plant operational procedures Operational and maintenance logs Water chemistry and types of chemical treatments Scale, corrosion, sludge, pitting, carryover Laying up idle boilers: wet and dry methods. 

Intended Audience: This course is intended for Facilities, Construction, Civil, Structural, Mechanical, and other engineers whose job description may require a basic knowledge of the installation, operation, and maintenance of boiler plant systems.

Publication Source: US Navy (NAVEDTRA)