An Interactive 5-Day Training Course
Traction Power System
Traction Power Supply in Railway Engineering and Systems
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Course Overview
This Traction Power System training course is set to deliver a comprehensive understanding of the fundamentals of Traction Power Supply in Railway Engineering and Systems and introduce the fundamentals and major components of the traction power network design process.
Areas that use traction power networks include United Kingdom, Germany, Switzerland, Austria, Central Sweden, Southern Norway, USA, South Africa, Melbourne in Australia, and Riyadh in Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. In this training course, an overview of concepts in a generic traction power system along with case study examples will be provided. If you are working in a related area and need to understand the concepts of electrically powered railway systems, this training course is for you.
This GLOMACS training course will highlight:
- Fundamentals of Traction Power Systems
- Major Components of Traction Power Supply
- Requirements for Traction Power Substation
- Considerations in Traction Power Network Design
- Track Electrification Concepts
- Overhead Catenary System and Components
- Conductor Rail System and Components
Training Outline
DAY 1: Introduction to and Requirements for Traction Power and/or Supply Systems
- History of Electric Traction
- Modern Electric Trains
- Requirements for Traction Power Systems
- Bulk Supply Substations (BSS)
- Traction Substations
- Power Distribution Network
- Parameters to be considered in the Design
- Safety
- Reliability
- Availability
- Maintainability
DAY 2: Traction Supply Systems
- Direct Current (DC) System
- Nature of Traction Load
- Means to Reduce Harmonics
- Automatic Assured Receptivity Unit
- Stray Current
- Touch Voltage
- Over Voltage Protection
- Alternative Current (AC) System
- Single Phase
- 3 - Phase
- Interference and Induction
- AC Traction Supply Feeding Method
- Booster Transformer Feed
- Direct Feed
- Auto - Transformer (AT) Feed
- Co-axial Cable Feed
DAY 3: Track Electrification – 1 (Overhead Catenary System)
- Design Consideration
- Overhead Catenary System
- Simple Construction
- Simple Catenary
- Stitched Catenary
- Compound Catenary
- Major Components
- Supports
- Cantilever
- Stagger
- Wires
- Sectioning
- Tensioning
- Section Insulator
- Phase Break / Neutral Section
DAY 4: Track Electrification – 2 (Rigid Conductor System, 3rd Rail System, Track Embedded Coil)
- Rigid Conductor System
- Support on Soffit
- Components (By Saitong Railway Electrification)
- Installation
- Conductor Rail System (3rd Rail System)
- Top Running Conductor Rail
- Steel Rail
- Composite Rail
- Ramp
- High Speed Ramp
- Low Speed Ramp
- Side Entry Ramp
- Conductor Rail Joint
- Expansion Joint
- Mid-point Anchor
- Cable Termination Assembly
- Top Running Conductor Rail
DAY 5: Long Stator Winding on Guideway and Conclusions
- Power Supply to Stator Sections Embedded in Guideway
- Long Stator Winding Linear Motor Principle
- Propulsion System
- Conclusions
- Basic Requirements of the Traction Power Supply for a Railway Network
- Types of Traction Supply and the Major Components
- Overhead Catenary System
- Conductor Rail System
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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