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A comprehensive turbomachinery educational program covering up-to-date and timely subjects
Each year Concepts NREC presents a comprehensive turbomachinery educational program with courses scheduled from March through November. Concepts NREC's policy of continuous improvement ensures that courses are completely up-to-date and appropriate for the needs of practicing turbomachinery engineers. Therefore, a course may differ in some details from the information provided here. Also note that new courses may be introduced as requested, and not all the courses described here will be offered annually.
A preliminary announcement of scheduled courses for the upcoming year is published each Fall for planning purposes. However, each course is formally announced approximately three months in advance, with full details of the course content and instructors. Please check the course schedule for planned and confirmed course dates and locations.
Registration fees
Standard fees listed with course descriptions are based on course scope and are payable at the time of registration. The course fee includes lecture notes, certificate of attendance, lunch, and refreshments, plus a course textbook (for most courses). Discounts include:
- $100 may be deducted from the registration fee if payment is received three or more weeks prior to the course start date.
- If more than two participants from the same company are registered for the same course, deduct 25% for third and subsequent registrant’s fee(s).
- A full-time student (excluding University of Vermont students) can deduct 33% of the registration fee. Proof of student status is required.
Please note that payment with registration reserves space. If a scheduled course is postponed or cancelled, registrants will be informed at least two weeks prior to the scheduled start date. Course enrollment may be cancelled for a full refund if notice to Concepts NREC is received at least two weeks prior to a the course start date. For cancellation after this deadline, the course fee may be applied to a future course or the purchase of Concepts NREC publications.
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Course locations
Engineering courses and Design Software Workshops are typically held at Concepts NREC headquarters in Wilder, Vermont, USA or at various locations worldwide, including customer sites. Courses may also be held at CN’s Product Center in Woburn, Massachusetts (near Boston).
Transportation and accommodations
Concepts NREC’s Wilder, Vermont, and Woburn, Massachusetts, facilities are served by several international and regional airports and a variety of hotels (some with special rates for course participants).
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Schedule of Engineering Courses for 2010
Green Power
Understanding Green Energy
This three-day seminar covers the basic rules of engineering for solar, wind, water, and other types of renewable energy. Learn from industry experts how each cycle works and its most practical applications. Learn about the latest technology developments in energy conversion machinery and gain insights into key sources of government and private funding for Green Energy projects. Interact with the industry experts who have a wealth of knowledge in Green Energy technologies and practical experience covering a broad range of renewable-energy equipment for effective residential, commercial, and industrial uses. Understanding Green Energy is for all interested in clean, sustainable power from renewable resources including students, engineers, entrepreneurs, legislators, and inventors.
Course date and location to be announced
Turbomachinery
This course provides the most comprehensive introduction and overview currently available of the design and performance of all types of turbomachines. The essential elements of axial and radial turbomachinery design and performance are presented. Starting with fundamental principles of fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and structural mechanics, all of the essential turbomachinery concepts are covered. The emphasis is directed towards providing a sound understanding of the basic principles which govern the flow through any turbine, pump, compressor, or fan, together with failure mechanisms and life prediction methods. $2,125
March 22 to 25, 2010
Wilder, Vermont USA
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Turbomachinery
This highly practical course provides engineers with a comprehensive understanding of experimental evaluation and practical development for all types of turbomachines.
Laboratory and test stand work is at the heart of all machinery development programs. Participants are introduced to a variety of instruments and transducers available for performance, flow, and structural measurement in turbomachines. They will understand the importance of high-quality test data in design and development, and the procedures necessary to obtain and process that data. They will also understand how to specify and design test programs to achieve necessary goals. Participants will make several visits to the laboratory to view demonstrations of instruments and equipment described in the lectures and have opportunities for hands-on experience in simple but practical measurements and data reduction. $2,050
May 10 to 13, 2010
Wilder, Vermont USA
Turbomachinery
The mechanical design of turbomachinery often appears to receive less attention than the aerodynamic or hydraulic performance. Component efficiency has a direct and discernible effect on overall system performance, but the mechanical features which ensure satisfactory operation and a predictable life in service cannot be taken for granted. In the modern competitive design world, life and durability are important concepts of which all engineers should be aware, and therefore should be an integral part of the design process. This course focuses on structural dynamics, rotordynamics, and bearing design for pumps, fans, compressors, and turbines. It covers the essential design concepts in these areas and demonstrates the application of these principles with extensive practical examples. Multiple lecturers, all experts in their fields, bring with them varying philosophies and backgrounds. $1,625
June 23 to 25, 2010
Wilder, Vermont USA
Turbochargers
This is the only course for industrial engineers providing a comprehensive presentation of the design principles of turbochargers, engine-turbocharger matching, and the performance of turbocharged engine systems. Lectures cover the characteristics, design, and performance of the principal turbocharger components. Methods of ensuring that the compressor and turbine are correctly matched to the engine are described. The utilization of exhaust gas energy by the turbocharger in various types of engines is also covered. Advanced turbocharger system concepts such as variable geometry and compounding are described. Special emphasis is placed on the problems confronting the engine industry today, including the need for fuel economy and reductions in exhaust emissions, and how turbocharging influences these demands. $1,600
October 5 to 7, 2010
Frankfurt, Germany
Centrifugal Pumps
Detailed understanding of the hydrodynamic behavior and structural integrity of centrifugal pumps is essential to meet competitive market needs. The student will learn the basic phenomena occurring in inlets, impellers, diffusers, volutes, and return channels. The entire development and design process from 1D to 3D viscous methods is taught with live examples while stressing velocity triangle optimization, cavitation, blade loading considerations, viscous flow analysis, and structural analysis. Special emphasis is placed on stability, design methodology, laboratory development, and model development. Students work a sample evaluation problem and tour advanced development laboratories. All lectures are given by internationally renowned authorities. $2,650
August 23 to 27, 2010
Wilder, Vermont USA
Gas Turbines
A comprehensive introduction and overview of the gas turbine engine and its principle components, plus a self-contained description and understanding of its operation. Learn about turboshafts, turbofans, and derivative engines for power generation. $1,500
September 8 to 10, 2010
Wilder, Vermont USA
Radial Turbines
This course covers the characteristics, design, and performance of radial and mixed-flow turbines. The technology base of available information is surveyed, and based on this, the process of design is described, from specification through meanline analysis blade geometry generation, and CFD and FEA analysis. The course also features design and analysis examples using modern software tools. $1,150
October 21 to 22, 2010
Wilder, Vermont USA
Axial Turbines
This course will provide both design and application engineers with an understanding of axial turbine design and performance. Techniques by which a design can be optimized for new applications are emphasized, and the complete process for producing new designs or developing new components for existing machines is described, from the beginning to the final detailed design. Throughout the course, the effective use of modern computer systems, CFD, and FEA stress analysis codes is emphasized. The course also features design and analysis examples using modern software tools. $1,650
October 18 to 20, 2010
Wilder, Vermont USA
Centrifugal Compressors
Detailed understanding of the aerodynamic behavior and structural integrity of centrifugal compressors is essential to meet competitive market needs. The student will learn the basic phenomena occurring in inlets, impellers, diffusers, volutes, and return channels. The entire development and design process from 1D to 3D viscous methods is taught with live examples while stressing preliminary cycle work, velocity triangle optimization, blade loading considerations, viscous flow-field analysis, and structural analysis. Special emphasis is placed on surge, design methodology, laboratory development, and model development. Students work a sample evaluation problem and tour advanced development laboratories. All lectures are given by internationally renowned authorities. $2,625
November 1 to 5, 2010
Wilder, Vermont USA