GWO btt Mechanical module

Target audience:

The Basic Technical Training modules are targeted at candidates who have no previous experience of hydraulic, mechanical, electrical or installation systems but may also be used to up skill candidates who have some knowledge but not of their application in wind turbines.

The aim of the course:

The aim of this BTT Mechanical Module is to give the Delegates the knowledge and skills to carry out basic mechanical tasks (supervised by an experienced technician), using safe working procedures and the correct PPE.

Course content:

• Main components, mechanical systems and the basic operation of wind turbines
• Risks and hazards associated with mechanics
• Principles of bolted and welded connections and their inspection
• Practical skills to use manual tightening and measuring tools
• Correct use of hydraulic torque and tensioning tools
• Principles of a gearbox
• Functions of the brake systems and it’s inspection
• Functions of the yaw system and it’s inspection
• Functions of the cooling system and it’s inspection
• Functions of the lubrication system and it’s inspection