APT4801 Assignment 3 2025
2 2025
Unique Number:
Due date: 21 July 2025
QUESTION 1
1. Overview of the Two Eskom Power Stations in Kriel, Mpumalanga
1.1 Kriel Power Station
Overview:
Kriel Power Station is one of Eskom’s older coal-fired power stations, commissioned in
1979. It was the first in South Africa to be designed for a dry-cooled condenser system, due
to water scarcity in the region. The station uses pulverised coal combustion technology.
Key Characteristics:
Installed Capacity: ± 3,000 MW
Generation Units: 6 × 500 MW units
Technology: Subcritical steam turbines
Fuel: Bituminous coal from nearby collieries
Cooling: Dry-cooling technology
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2 2025
Unique Number:
Due date: 21 July 2025
QUESTION 1
1. Overview of the Two Eskom Power Stations in Kriel, Mpumalanga
1.1 Kriel Power Station
Overview:
Kriel Power Station is one of Eskom’s older coal-fired power stations, commissioned in
1979. It was the first in South Africa to be designed for a dry-cooled condenser system, due
to water scarcity in the region. The station uses pulverised coal combustion technology.
Key Characteristics:
Installed Capacity: ± 3,000 MW
Generation Units: 6 × 500 MW units
Technology: Subcritical steam turbines
Fuel: Bituminous coal from nearby collieries
Cooling: Dry-cooling technology
DISCLAIMER & TERMS OF USE
Educational Aid: These study notes are intended to be used as educational resources and should not be seen as a
replacement for individual research, critical analysis, or professional consultation. Students are encouraged to perform
their own research and seek advice from their instructors or academic advisors for specific assignment guidelines.
Personal Responsibility: While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the information in
these study notes, the seller does not guarantee the completeness or correctness of all content. The buyer is
responsible for verifying the accuracy of the information and exercising their own judgment when applying it to their
assignments.
Academic Integrity: It is essential for students to maintain academic integrity and follow their institution's policies
regarding plagiarism, citation, and referencing. These study notes should be used as learning tools and sources of
inspiration. Any direct reproduction of the content without proper citation and acknowledgment may be considered
academic misconduct.
Limited Liability: The seller shall not be liable for any direct or indirect damages, losses, or consequences arising from
the use of these notes. This includes, but is not limited to, poor academic performance, penalties, or any other negative
consequences resulting from the application or misuse of the information provided.
