An Interactive 5-Day Training Course
Electrical Distribution Equipment Operation & Maintenance
Ensuring Secured and Safe Operations of Electrical Equipment
Course Overview
This GLOMACS Electrical Distribution Equipment Operation and Maintenance training seminar will take a closer look at the equipment installed in and electrical installation. Safety, security and reliability are the main attributes of all electrical equipment installed. It has to be well designed, installed and commissioned. A well-planned maintenance regime is essential to ensure safe operations and trouble-free electrical operations.
Competent workforce and sophisticated testing, measuring and diagnostic instruments are important to avoid system downtime. Distribution equipment plays an important role in the safe distribution of electrical power. Arc flash hazards analysis is vital to ensure that the equipment needs to be operated in a safe manner securing continuity of supply to consumers.
This GLOMACS training course focuses mainly on the operation and maintenance of distribution equipment like transformers, circuit breakers, protection relays and cables concerning auxiliary equipment necessary for its operation. This also includes new technologies incorporated in the transformers and circuit breakers.
This GLOMACS training seminar will highlight:
- The importance and significance of maintenance
- Understand the functions and purposes of choosing the correct test instruments
- The severity of arc flashes and mitigation methods
- Safe operations of circuit breakers and transformers
- Principles of the electrical protection system
Training Outline
DAY 1: Introduction, Electric Hazards and Safety
- Goals and Discussion
- The Smart Grid Architecture
- Maintenance of Electrical Equipment
- Managing Maintenance
- Safety Culture
- Safety Integrity Level (SIL)
- Electrical Safety Rules
- Electrical Hazards and Emergencies
DAY 2: Power Network Fundamentals and Systems Protection
- Power Network Fundamentals
- Faults and Protection
- Fault Levels for transformer
- Types of the Protection Relay
- Numerical Relays
- Arc Flash Mitigation
- Importance of Earthing
- Network Earthing
DAY 3: Power and Distribution Transformers Operations and Maintenance
- Transformer Characteristics
- Transformer Cooling and Protection
- On-load Tap Changer Operation
- Transformer Site Testing
- Transformer Maintenance
- Dry Transformer
- Gas Insulated Transformer (GIT)
- Ester base Oil for New Power and Distribution Transformers
DAY 4: Circuit breakers, Switchgear and Condition Monitoring
- Circuit Breaker Ratings and Operation
- Circuit Breaker Examples
- Switchgear Maintenance
- Alternatives to SF6 Gas
- HV Vacuum Circuit Breakers
- Hybrid Outdoor Circuit Breakers
- Instruments for Partial Discharge Monitoring
- Instruments for Thermal Imaging and Corona Detection
DAY 5: Gas-insulated Switchgear Common Voltage Cables Faults and Locating Methods
- Overview of Gas-insulated Switchgears
- Power Cables Construction and Characteristics
- Common Underground Cable Faults
- Cable Fault Locating
- Heat Shrink and Cold Shrink Cable Terminations and Joints
- LV Wiring and Cabling Systems
- Wrap-up Session
Certificates
- On successful completion of this training course, GLOMACS Certificate will be awarded to the delegates
- Continuing Professional Education credits (CPE) : In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsor, one CPE credit is granted per 50 minutes of attendance
Accreditation
GLOMACS is registered with NASBA as a sponsor of Continuing Professional Education (CPE) on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. NASBA have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.learningmarket.org.
All Training Seminars delivered by GLOMACS by default are eligible for CPE Credit.


About Saudi Glomacs
At Saudi GLOMACS, we specialize in delivering world-class training courses in Saudi Arabia and across various international locations. Our training courses are tailored to meet the unique demands of Saudi Vision 2030 and the Human Capability Development Program, focusing on empowering Saudi citizens and enhancing workforce skills. We offer diverse courses spanning leadership, management, engineering, and technical disciplines to cultivate expertise and drive professional growth. Our flexible learning options—whether in-person, online, or in-house—ensure accessibility and convenience for individuals and organizations alike.
With over 30+ years of experience through the GLOMACS global network, we are committed to delivering innovative, results-driven training solutions. Our expert instructors combine industry knowledge with dynamic teaching methods, fostering practical skill development and long-term career success. By choosing Saudi GLOMACS, you're investing in personal excellence and contributing to the Kingdom’s sustainable economic growth and vision-driven transformation.
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