Course Content

The GWO BTT Course includes the following modules:

• The Electrical Module
• The Mechanical Module
• The Hydraulics Module

On completion of this course, attendees will be able to:

Electrical
– Explain the basiscs of electricity
– Explain risks and hazards associated with electrical work
– Explain the function and symbol of electrical components
– Explain the function of different types of sensors
– Explain and interpret a simple electrical diagram and demonstrate how to assembly it on a circuit
– Demonstrate how to make correct and safe measurements

Mechanical
– Explain the main components, mechanical systems and the basic operation of wind turbines
– Explain risks and hazards associated with mechanics
– Understand the principles of bolted and welded connections and their inspection
– Demonstrate practical skills to use manual tightening and measuring tools
– Demonstrate the correct use of hydraulic torque and tensioning tools
– Explain the principles of a gearbox
– Explain the function of the brake systems and demonstrate how to inspect them
– Explain the function of the yaw system and explain how to inspect it
– Explain the function of the cooling system and demonstrate how to inspect it
– Explain the function of the lubrication system and demonstrate how to inspect it

Hydraulics
– Explain the basics of hydraulics
– Explain risks and hazards associated with hydraulic work
– Explain the function of different types of pumps and demonstrate how to check start/stop pressure of a pump
– Explain the function of different types of actuators
– Explain the function of different types of valves
– Explain the function of accumulators and demonstrate how to check and precharge them
– Explain the function of different types of sensors
– Identify the components which transfer the oil
– Describe the handling of oil procedures
– Identify and find different components on a hydraulic diagram
– Demonstrate how to measure the hydraulic pressure accurately