This training course will familiarize students with the complete electrical power system architecture from generation all the way to utilization. Also included in the course is Power System
Design, Short Circuit Analysis, Coordination Studies, PowerFactor Analysis, and power system harmonics study.
It is designed to address all facets of industrial power generation and distribution systems, including system planning, equipment selection, specification, application, system grounding, harmonic control, protection, conformity with electrical code requirements, and power system maintenance. This program will also cover many in-class examples and problems for a hands-on learning experience.
History of the Electrical Power system
- Ohm’s law
- Types of electrical faults
- Overloads
- Short circuits
- Overcurrent Protective Devices
- Interruption Rating
- Current limitation
- Fuses
- Circuit Breakers
- Circuit Protection Checklist
Fundamentals of Electrical Power
- Introduction
- Hazard control as a design criterion
- Review of the fundamentals of electricity and circuits
Components of an Electrical Power system
- Supplies
- Loads
- Transformers
- Conductors
- Capacitors and Reactors
- Power Electronics
- Protective Devices
- SCADA systems
Power System Design
- Introduction to Electrical Power System Design
- Electrical Safety Considerations
- Economic Considerations of Design
- Delta vs. Wye Configurations
- Radial Distribution Systems
- Networks
- Electrical Codes and Standards
- Double Ended Substation
- Loop System
- Selecting the Appropriate Voltage
- Voltage Drop Calculations
Power System Calculation and Sizing
- Appliance Loads
- General Lighting Load Calculations
- Receptacles Load Calculations
- Relevant Electrical Code Requirements
Engineers and Technicians involved in the Process Industry and other allied industries require an appreciation and deeper understanding of electrical power systems and the safety requirements associated with them.
Basic Electrical and AC motor knowledge