Internship PresentationBy: Nadeem Qandeel E&C Intern EE Major-SCSU Graduating in 12/2015

Responsible By Nature

OutlineOverview of internshipProject

BackgroundProblem statementProduct specsTasks ChallengesProject management

Conclusion

The Internship Xcel Energy SHERCO

plant Engineering

& Construction

Fire Pump Controller Project

Sprinkler system

Controller is the brain

Starts the engine

Engine pumps water

Background

Controller replacement

Manufacturer is out of business

Old Controller Not up to date

with latest NFPA standards

Positive ground connection

Fire Pump Controller Project Problem Statement

Product Specs Fire Pump Controller Project

Monitors systems and auto start Regulates 2 batteries for engine 2 battery chargers Test timer for weekly test Heater/Humidistat NEMA 12 enclosure

Visual and audible alarms for: Engine failed to start Engine over speed Engine cooling water high temp Engine low lube oil pressure AC or battery charger failure

Read manuals Search for vendors Team discussion Review proposals Scope of work document Select controller options Maximo Review drawings

TasksFire Pump Controller Project

Negative ground connection Coordination Establishing terms and conditions Safety

Fire Pump Controller Project Challenges

Fire Pump Controller Project

Requirements gathering

Analysis

Alignment with other departments

Design comparisons

Vendor selection & Customization

Establishing terms and conditions

Documentation

Drawings revision (Demo)

Installation

Testing

21-May 10-Jun 30-Jun 20-Jul 9-Aug 29-Aug 18-Sep 8-Oct

Start Date 25-May 15-Jun 25-May 22-Jun 26-Jun 1-Jul 25-May 20-Jun 4-Sep 8-SepTasks Duration 21 7 115 4 4 27 115 25 4 2

Project management

Budget: $ 100,000

Project is in progress Future work

Engine conversion Installation of controller

Conclusion

Intern Experience Accountability Operational Excellence Relationship Focused

Questions?