An Interactive 10-Day Training Course
Transformers and Switchgear Technology for Power Systems
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Modules
This training course is split into two modules:
Module I - TAMCO High Voltage Switchgears
Module II - Transformer Operational Principles , Selection & Troubleshooting
Each module is structured and can be taken as a stand-alone training course; however, delegates will maximise their benefits by taking Module 1 and 2 back-to-back as a 2-week training course.
Training Outline
Module 1: TAMCO High Voltage Switchgears
DAY 1: The Role and Importance of the Medium & High Voltage Air Insulated and Gas Insulated Switchgears in Power Systems
- Circuit Breakers, Ring Mains Unit and Earth Switches
- Switchgear Symbols on Single-line Diagrams
- Switchgear Selection
- Substation Switchgear Layouts
- Substation Arrangements
- Auto-reclosers
- Air Insulated Switchgear vs. Gas Insulated Switchgears
- Live Tank and Dead Tank HV Circuit Breakers
DAY 2: Sulphur HexaFlouride (SF6), Green Gas for Grid and Vacuum Circuit Breakers
- Compression Principles
- SF6 Hazards and Test Equipments
- Dead and Live Tank HV Circuit Breakers
- Operation Mechanisms of HV Circuit Breakers
- Vacuum Interrupters Operation and Maintenance
- Types of Vacuum Circuit Breaker Characteristics
- Other Applications and Installations of Vacuum Interrupters
- Vacuum Contactors
DAY 3: TAMCO High Voltage Switchgears Blueprint, Components, Operation and Maintenance
- Air Insulated Switchgear
- Gas Insulated Switchgear
- Single and Double Busbar Switchgear
- TAMCO Switchgear Special Features
- Interpreting TAMCO Blueprint
- Ring Mains Unit
- Neutral Earth Resistors
- Container Sub-station
DAY 4: Maintenance and Testing of TAMCO High Voltage Switchgears
- Importance of Maintenance and Testing
- Maintenance Strategies
- Preventive and Condition-based Maintenance Services including Thermography
- TAMCO material lists and layout diagrams
- Documentation Requirements
- Maintenance Post-commissioning
- Typical Switchgear Temperature Alarms
DAY 5: Protection and Types of Relay of High Voltage Installation Incorporating TAMCO Switchgears
- Characteristics of Switching Devices
- Fault Currents
- Short Circuit Current Situation
- Protective Relay Types and Characteristics
- Busbar Arrangement Protection Schemes
- Numerical and Solid State Relays
- Differential Relays
- Wrap-up Session with Q&A
Module 2: Transformer Operational Principles , Selection & Troubleshooting
DAY 6: Introduction and Characteristics of Transformers
- General Classification and Types of Transformer
- Transformer Windings, Interconnection of Windings and Tertiary Windings
- Parallel Operation of Transformers and Paralleling Requirements
- Standards for Transformers, Types and Requirements
- Oil-filled and Dry-type Transformers
- Ability to Withstand Short Circuit, Impedance Percentage and Sound Level
DAY 7: Power Transformer Application and Instrument Transformers
- Transformer Oil, Characteristics, Oil Oxidation and Breakdown Voltage
- Effect of Oil Expansion, Breathing Action, Buchholz Relay, Explosion Vents
- Instrument Transformers
- Transformers for Industrial Applications
- Internal and External Cooling of Transformers
- On Load Tap Changer Functionalities
DAY 8: Transformer and Compliance with a Global Warming Potential
- Thermal Performance and Cyclic Rating of Transformers
- Transformer Winding and Core Construction
- Introduction of Smart Transformers
- Ester Base Oils for New Generation Transformers
- Sound and Noise Levels in Transformers
- Gas Insulated Transformers
DAY 9: Transformer Protection, Operation and Maintenance
- Transformer Protection Systems
- Earth Fault and Over-current Protection of Distribution Transformers
- Transformer Components Maintenance
- Condition-based Maintenance for Transformers
- Special Transformer Test and Diagnostic Instruments
- Remote Monitoring of Transformers
DAY 10: Transformer Testing and Troubleshooting
- Troubleshooting Transformer Faults
- Site Acceptance Tests
- Transformer Routine Tests
- Measurement of Winding Resistance and Voltage Ratio
- Sweep Response Frequency Analysis and Tan Delta Tests
- Manufacturer and Transformer Type Tests
- Partial Discharge Tests and Accuracy of Test Reports
- Wrap-up Session, Questions and Answers
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
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All Training Seminars delivered by GLOMACS by default are eligible for CPE Credit.
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