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Transformer Operational Principles, Selection and Troubleshooting

21 Professional Development Hours

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

  • Apply transformer operating principles effectively to enhance system reliability.
  • Implement practical solutions for specifying, operating, and maintaining power transformers in various environments.
  • Avoid costly errors by selecting the correct transformer for your specific applications.
  • Maximize the efficiency and economic performance of your transformer fleet through informed decision-making.
  • Determine and tailor transformer specifications to meet the unique demands of different applications.

Description
Transformers are essential components in electrical power systems, playing a critical role in efficiently transmitting and distributing electricity. Understanding their operational principles and the impact of core design on performance is vital for professionals aiming to optimize system reliability and efficiency. This course blends theoretical knowledge with practical insights, equipping participants with the skills to effectively design, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot transformers.

Participants will explore the economic trade-offs involved in transformer selection and operation, enabling them to make informed decisions that enhance performance and cost-effectiveness. The course also delves into transformers' magnetic properties, shedding light on how these influence electrical characteristics and operational outcomes. By understanding these factors, participants can ensure that transformers are specified correctly and maintained optimally, avoiding common pitfalls and enhancing overall system efficiency.

Whether you're involved in utility operations, industrial power management, or commercial electrical systems, this course offers valuable insights that will elevate your expertise and improve your ability to manage transformer assets effectively.

Who Should Attend
This course is ideal for electrical engineering professionals seeking to update their knowledge and sharpen their skills in transformer operations. Distribution system planners and maintenance managers will find the content particularly beneficial, as it covers the technical and economic aspects of transformer management. Power system consultants will also gain valuable insights, especially those involved in specifying and optimizing transformer performance.

The practical focus of this course will benefit participants with a foundational understanding of power systems but who are not necessarily experts. Engineers at the beginning of their careers in power utilities, industrial or commercial plants, and institutional complexes will find the knowledge gained here instrumental in advancing their professional development.

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SCHEDULED OFFERINGS

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Online, 10/7/2025

COURSE CREDIT

Almost all of EPIC's courses offer :

  • Continuing Education Units (CEUs) and
  • Professional Development Hours (PDHs)

These course credits will help attendees earn training requirements for their associations or provincial governing bodies.

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