Low Pressure Boilers

Low Pressure Boilers is the leading resource for preparing for low pressure boiler operator and facility operating engineer licensing. This textbook provides a comprehensive overview of the latest information on the safe and effi cient operation of low pressure steam and hot water boilers, cooling systems, and related equipment. Each chapter is divided into sections to aid comprehension of key concepts. To assist with preparing for a licensing exam, a separate chapter with test-taking tips and a sample exam is included.

CONTENTS

• Boiler Operation Principles
• Steam Boiler Fittings
• Steam Boiler Feedwater Systems
• Steam Systems
• Fuel Systems
• Draft Systems
• Boiler Water Treatment
• Boiler Operation Procedures
• Hot Water Boilers and Fittings
• Hot Water Boiler Accessories and Piping Systems
• Cooling Systems
• Boiler Operation Safety
• Boiler Operator Licensing

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Low Pressure Boilers, fifth edition – What You’ll Get

For Instructors

A single, comprehensive text that takes learners from boiler basics to hands-on low pressure boiler operation and maintenance.Ready-to-teach structure: Each chapter connects theory, safety, and real-world equipment examples, so you can move directly from lecture to lab without searching for extra resources.Industry-aligned content ensures coverage of current standards for boiler operators and facility technicians.

For Students

Clear explanations of low pressure boiler systems, reinforced with practical applications—see how the concepts apply to the boilers and controls you’ll use on the job.Step-by-step problems and practice activities build real operational and troubleshooting skills, not just test answers.Visuals and examples from actual boiler rooms make complex topics easier to understand—and remember.

Note: This edition features updated safety practices and more application-based exercises to help you master the skills employers need.

Also Note: There is a workbook that accompanies this textbook.

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Low Pressure Boilers includes access to online Learner Resources that reinforce content and enhance learning. These online resources can be accessed using a web browser.

The Learner Resources include the following:

Quick Quizzes that provide interactive questions for each chapter, with embedded links to highlighted content within the textbook and to the Illustrated Glossary Illustrated Glossary (English/Español) that serves as a helpful reference to commonly used terms in both English and Spanish, with selected terms linked to textbook illustrations Flash Cards that provide a self-study/review of ASME symbols and of common terms and their definitions Sample Licensing Exams that provide opportunities to practice taking licensing exams Master Math Applications that provide interactive questions and math problems involving calculations related to boiler operation Historical Boiler Terms that serve as references to field terms used in the past, with selected terms linked to textbook illustrations Media Library that consists of videos and animations that reinforce textbook content ATPeResources.com, which provides access to additional online resources that support continued learning

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Low Pressure Boilers Study Guide is designed to reinforce information presented in Low Pressure Boilers. The textbook is used as a reference to complete the learning activities in the study guide. Provides a comprehensive overview of safe, efficient high pressure boiler operation and related equipment. Includes latest combustion control technology, EPA regulations, and is ideal for licensing exam prep or skill upgrading. A practical guide for boiler operators, this workbook covers boiler theory, operation, maintenance, and safety. Includes review questions and answers—ideal for exam prep, certification, or on-the-job reference. A practical guide for safe boiler operation, tailored to Minnesota’s Special Engineer’s license. Covers fundamentals, safety procedures, and exam prep—ideal for those seeking certification or improving boiler operation skills.

Publisher ‏ : ‎ American Technical Publishers
Publication date ‏ : ‎ August 3, 2018
Edition ‏ : ‎ 5th
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Print length ‏ : ‎ 454 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0826943721
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0826943729
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.9 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 1.2 x 9 inches
Best Sellers Rank: #137,105 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #16 in Vocational Education #253 in Technology (Books) #1,294 in Engineering (Books)
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