Development Training Course on
Heat Exchangers:
Types, Applications, Design,
Operation & Maintenance
Attaining High Performance and
Preventing Failures of Heat Exchangers
Course Schedule
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Why Choose Heat Exchangers: Types, Applications, Design, Operation & Maintenance Training Course?
This Heat Exchangers training course will present the technical and operational features of Heat Exchangers of various designs (shell-and tube (STHE), air-cooled (ACHE), plate (PHE) that play a vital role in thermal power plants and petrochemical and process industries. It has been realized that Engineers of diverse backgrounds and expertise need to develop a sound understanding of fundamental principles and interrelationship between various parameters that govern the well designed and operated heat exchangers.
This Heat Exchangers training course will familiarise engineers and technicians with various codes and standards and best practices used for design, manufacture, operation and maintenance of heat exchangers. The emphasis in course will be on the best practices for efficient operation, inspection, maintenance and repair of widely used types of heat exchangers: shell and tube, air-cooled, plate compact types. Several workshops will be included with case studies and real examples from engineering practice that will enable the analysis of the root causes as a prerequisite for effective troubleshooting process.
This Heat Exchangers: Types, Applications, Design, Operation & Maintenance training course will feature:
- Heat Exchangers Design Characteristics
- Understanding of Heat Transfer principles
- International Codes and Standards for fabrication, operation and maintenance
- Problems in operation: Fouling and performance monitoring
- Inspection of corrosion, erosion and structural integrity
What are the Goals?
By the end of This Heat Exchangers: Types, Applications, Design, Operation & Maintenance training course, participants will be able to:
- Understand design guidelines and specifications
- Analyse exchanger thermal and hydraulic operational parameters
- Determine the correct selection criteria for sizing of heat exchangers
- Identify the problems in operation that lead to performance deterioration
- Determine correct troubleshooting techniques
The Course Content
- Heat Exchanger Types and Applications: Choice of Working Fluid
- Heat Transfer Fundamentals and Heat Transfer Rates
- Heat Exchanger Elements: Tube Bundles, Tube Sheets, Baffles and Nozzles
- TEMA Nomenclature of Shell & Tube Heat Exchangers (STHE)
- Air Cooled Heat Exchangers (ACHE) and Plate Heat Exchangers (PHE)
- Condensers, Evaporators and Reboilers
- Flow vs. Temperature Difference in STHE
- Thermal Specification of Heat Exchangers: Sizing and Rating
- Hydraulic Design of STE: Fluid velocity and Pumping Power Calculation
- Aerodynamic Design of ACHE: Sizing of Fans and Drive
- Sizing and Specifying of PHE Units: Compabloc Design
- Workshop: Case Studies, Examples & Solutions
- Mechanical Design of Heat Exchangers
- Calculation of Basic Elements of STHE
- Piping Loads on Exchanger Nozzles
- Material selection and Construction of Heat Exchangers
- Fabrication Technologies of Heat Exchangers
- Workshop: Case Studies, Examples & Solutions
- Fouling and scaling in tubes and shells: Problem Solutions and Remedies
- Inspection Techniques of Vital Elements of Heat Exchangers
- Corrosion & Erosion Reduction Techniques, Fitness for Service Analysis (FFS)
- Control in Operation: Tube Vibration & Troubleshooting
- Cleaning, Maintenance and Repair Techniques: Tube Plugging and Re-tubing
- Workshop: Case Studies, Examples & Solutions
- Performance Monitoring and Testing
- Performance Validation
- Heat Transfer Augmentation Techniques
- Tubes with external and internal fins
- Heat Integration Basics: Pinch Technology
- Workshop: Case Studies, Examples and Solutions
Certificate
- AZTech Certificate of Completion for delegates who attend and complete the training course
How Saudi Aztech Can Enhance Your Professional Career
At Aztech Saudi, we believe that professional development is the foundation of long-term career success. This training course is expertly designed to equip individuals with practical skills, forward-thinking strategies, and the confidence to navigate today’s dynamic work environments. Each course is delivered by subject matter specialists with extensive industry experience, ensuring that every learning experience is relevant, impactful, and aligned with real-world challenges. Whether you're looking to strengthen your technical expertise, enhance leadership abilities, or stay ahead of industry trends, Aztech Saudi provides the tools you need to elevate your performance and deliver measurable value to your organization.
Our training is more than just knowledge transfer—it’s a catalyst for career transformation. By participating in our courses, professionals gain a competitive advantage in their fields, improve their decision-making capabilities, and position themselves for new opportunities and leadership roles. We take pride in supporting individuals across various sectors and career stages, helping them unlock their full potential through high-quality, globally benchmarked learning experiences. With Aztech Saudi as your development partner, you’re not only investing in education—you're investing in a stronger, more successful future.
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