Course Catalogue.

After participating in this course, you will be able to:

• Enhance the reliability and efficiency of utility power systems through a deep understanding of power quality fundamentals.
• Identify and optimize the performance of critical power components within a high-voltage substation.
• Implement advanced substation grounding techniques to ensure safety and system stability.
• Make informed decisions on the application of overcurrent and overvoltage protective devices.
• Streamline the startup and ongoing maintenance processes of electrical installations for improved operational integrity.

Description
A meticulously designed and well-maintained substation is the cornerstone of any reliable power system network. The intricate components of high-voltage substations—such as switching equipment, transformers, reactors, and protection systems—are vital to ensuring uninterrupted power delivery. Understanding these elements is essential for professionals responsible for maintaining the stability and efficiency of modern power grids.

Participants in this course will gain comprehensive knowledge of high and medium-voltage substation design, delving into key aspects such as regulatory compliance, environmental considerations, and the effective application of switching and power equipment. Additionally, you will learn how to perform accurate fault calculations, design safe grounding systems, and integrate advanced protection, control, and communication technologies.

This learning experience is invaluable for those involved in the design, testing, and maintenance of substations. It equips them with the skills to manage complex electrical systems effectively and ensure seamless power distribution.

Who Should Attend
This course is ideal for Electrical Engineers and Design Engineers looking to deepen their substation design and maintenance expertise. Managers and Team Leaders overseeing substation projects will find the content beneficial for enhancing their leadership and decision-making capabilities. Substation Engineers, Consulting Engineers, and Field Engineers will gain advanced knowledge directly applicable to their daily operations, improving overall system reliability.

Additionally, Technicians and Technologists involved in the hands-on maintenance and testing of substations will find this course particularly useful, as it provides practical insights and up-to-date methodologies. The course is also suitable for professionals in related fields, such as Safety Engineers and Project Managers, who are seeking a deeper understanding of high and medium-voltage systems to ensure compliance and operational excellence.

Course Syllabus

Day I

Industrial and Utility Substation

• Substation hardware
• Substation layout considerations
• Bus arrangements and bus design considerations

General Design Considerations

• Site selection and environment considerations
• Industrial and utility substations
• Safety, operating and maintenance considerations
• Typical single-line diagrams

Fault Calculations

• Types of faults
• Symmetrical components
• Fault calculations

Application of Circuit Breakers

• Types of circuit breakers
• Classification of circuit breakers
• Breaker selection and ratings

• The ANSI C37 Standard and Guide
• Transient recovery voltage
• Out-of-phase switching
• Generator breakers

Open Forum - Questions and Answers

Day II

Substation Equipment

• Disconnect switch and circuit breakers
• Power transformers and reactors
• Instrument transformers, voltage and current
• Power and control cables
• Station battery

Insulation Co-Ordination

• Classification of over-voltages
• Surge arresters and choice of arrester rating
• Standard insulation levels
• The concept of protective levels and protective margins
• Protective margins in insulation coordination

Harmonics in Utility and Industrial Systems

• Sources of harmonics
• The IEEE Std 519 on harmonics
• Harmonic analysis, filters
• Problems associated with variable frequency drives

Grounding Design Considerations

• The objectives of station grounding
• Safety considerations
• Step and touch voltages, ground potential rise
• Treatment of fence
• An example of substation grounding

Day III

GIS Application

• Review of GIS technology
• Layout and bus arrangement
• Handling of SF6 Gas
• Economics

Shunt Capacitor Application

• Capacitor arrangements and bank ratings
• Capacitor and bank protection
• Harmonic resonance caused by shunt capacitors

Protection Metering and Control

• Review of relay applications, industrial and utility systems
• Transmission line protection
• Bus protection
• Transformer protection
• Medium voltage feeder protection

• Measurements
• Integration and automation

Maintenance and Testing

• Maintenance and testing of substation equipment

Open Forum - Questions and Answers