Boiler Operator's Workbook
Safe and Efficient Operation of Boilers and Related Equipment

By R. Dean Wilson - 4th Edition

Boiler Operator ’s Workbook provides information on virtually all facets of steam boiler operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Common boiler auxiliaries and boiler operator techniques are covered in detail, and safety and efficiency of operation are stressed. Information is included on modern boiler water treatment techniques, construction and repair methods, waste heat recovery, controls, fuels, and draft.

This new edition of Boiler Operator Workbook includes the latest information on instrumentation and PLC controls systems, variable frequency drives (VFDs), steam system optimization, reverse osmosis systems, and boiler start-up and shutdown procedures.

Boiler Operator Workbook is arranged in a convenient question-and-answer format specifically designed for use in preparation for obtaining a boiler operator’s license. This format makes the Boiler Operator Workbook easy to use as a refresher for boiler licensing examinations and for industrial and vocational boiler classes. The expanded answers, many with illustrations, explain the theory and practice of steam plant operations in a clear, concise manner. Key terms are italicized and defined in the text for additional clarity.

Throughout the Boiler Operator Workbook, math calculations are used to obtain information. On many licensing examinations, the ability to set up math problems, assign values, and solve the problems is assumed. Questions on boiler operator licensing examinations may also test the ability to transpose and use basic math equations to obtain the answers. Examples of these math equations are included in the chapter where the equation is introduced. Additional explanation and sample problems are given on the boiler operator CD-ROM included with the text.

The included Boiler Operator CD-ROM is designed as a self-study aid to enhance information presented in the boiler operator book, and includes Quick Quizzes®, Flash Cards, Master Math™, an Illustrated Glossary, Sample Licensing Exams, and Media Clips. The Quick Quizzes® provide an interactive review of topics in a chapter. Flash Cards present an interactive review of common boiler terms. The Master Math™ problems provide a review of typical math problems encountered by boiler operators. The Illustrated Glossary provides a helpful reference to terms commonly used in industry. The Sample Licensing Exams button accesses four Boiler Operator 25-question exams that provide practice in preparing for a boiler operator’s license examination. The Media Clips button accesses a collection of video clips and animated graphics.

• Boiler Theory and Principles
• Boiler Construction and Design
• Steam Systems and Controls
• Water Supply Systems and Controls
• Water Treatment Systems and Controls
• Fuel Systems and Controls
• Draft and Flue Gas Systems and Controls
• Instrumentation and Control Systems
• Boiler Operation and Maintenance
• Boiler System Optimization
• Boiler Operator Licensing
• Appendix
• Glossary
• Index

405 pages, 324 illustrations, soft cover
ISBN: 0826944973
ISBN-13: 978-0826944979
Published January 2008