Operations

Fired Up: The TSSA Study Podcast

Business EN ↓ 156 episodes

Studying for the TSSA Operating Engineer exams? Whether you’re working on your 4th Class or aiming for 1st Class, Fired Up is your go-to study guide. We break down every module, covering key concepts, exam tips, and real-world applications—all in a way that actually makes sense. No fluff, no wasted time—just straightforward breakdowns to help you pass. Whether you're in the plant, on the road, or at home, tune in and get one step closer to your certification.

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Operations

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Latest episode

May 7, 2025

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Episodes

1A1 Ep.6 - Refrigeration Calculations 07.05.2025

Coefficient of performance (COP), heat loads, and efficiency assessments in refrigeration systems

1A1 Ep.5 - Expansion and Heat Transfer 07.05.2025

Isentropic and polytropic expansion, and conduction/convection/radiation heat transfer

1A1 Ep.4 - Thermodynamics of Perfect Gases 07.05.2025

Gas law applications, ideal gas behavior, and thermodynamic property relationships

1A1 Ep.3 - Steady Flow Process Calculations 07.05.2025

Energy balances in turbines, compressors, nozzles, and heat exchangers

1A1 Ep.2 - Thermodynamics of Steam 07.05.2025

Steam properties, isentropic processes, and enthalpy/entropy analysis

1A1 Ep.1 - Rankine and Brayton Cycles 07.05.2025

Power cycle fundamentals, efficiency calculations, and applications in power generation

2B3 Ep.10 - Refrigeration Calculations 05.05.2025

Heat load, coefficient of performance (COP), and energy balance methods

2B3 Ep.9 - Refrigeration Safety, Control, and Operation 05.05.2025

System interlocks, refrigerant safety, pressure controls, and maintenance

2B3 Ep.8 - Refrigeration Systems and Equipment 05.05.2025

Components of vapor compression systems and their function in industrial settings

2B3 Ep.7 - Air and Gas Compression 05.05.2025

Compressor types, applications, interstage cooling, and system design

2B3 Ep.6 - Electrical System Protection 05.05.2025

Fuses, breakers, relays, and safety protocols in plant electrical systems

2B3 Ep.5 - Transformers 05.05.2025

Step-up/down transformer operation, core types, cooling, and protection

2B3 Ep.4 - Alternating Current Motors 05.05.2025

Induction and synchronous motors, torque-speed curves, and starting methods

2B3 Ep.3 - Alternating Current Generators 05.05.2025

Synchronous generator design, excitation systems, and grid connections

2B3 Ep.2 - Direct Current Machines 05.05.2025

DC motor/generator construction, operation, and control

2B3 Ep.1 - Alternating Current Theory 05.05.2025

AC principles, sine waves, impedance, power factor, and system behavior

2B2 Ep.9 - Environmental Control Methods 04.05.2025

Scrubbers, precipitators, NOx control, and carbon reduction techniques

2B2 Ep.8 - Environmental Monitoring 04.05.2025

Emission monitoring, stack sampling, and regulatory compliance tools

2B2 Ep.7 - Combustion Control and Safeguards 04.05.2025

Flame detection, safety interlocks, and automatic shutoff mechanisms

2B2 Ep.6 - Firing and Draft Equipment 04.05.2025

Burners, draft fans, ID/FD fans, and air control systems

2B2 Ep.5 - Fuels and Combustion Calculations 04.05.2025

Combustion efficiency, stoichiometry, and air/fuel ratio calculations

2B2 Ep.4 - Control Instrumentation Systems 04.05.2025

Pneumatic, electronic, and digital instrumentation control loops

2B2 Ep.3 - Measurement and Control Components 04.05.2025

Sensors, transmitters, indicators, and final control elements

2B2 Ep.2 - Power Plant Water and Steam Systems 04.05.2025

Steam cycle integration, condensate return, and water flow management

2B2 Ep.1 - Power Plant Fuel Systems 04.05.2025

Fuel types, handling systems, and combustion fundamentals in power plants

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