Equipment - Compressors - Positive Displacement

Issued by Southern Alberta Institute of Technology

This course describes the selection and operation of various types of positive displacement compressors. The need for gas compression is discussed. The components and materials of construction are described for different types of positive displacement machines. Descriptions of auxiliary equipment such as separators and heat exchangers explain the improved operational efficiency from the use of this equipment.

Additional Details

Skills

Applications
Auxiliary Equipment
Classifications
Construction
Materials
Reciprocating Compressors
Rotary Compressors

Earning Criteria

Discuss the utilization of the various types of gas, diesel, and electrically driven compressors found in the gas and chemical industries.
Discuss the components, which when assembled, make up a typical reciprocating compressor.
Discuss the various types of rotary compressors.
Discuss certain auxiliary equipment necessary for the efficient and safe operation of gas compressors.