Certificate in Electrical Power Distribution Management

Why Select this Training Course?

The Rcademy Electrical Power Distribution Management course covers topics related to power cables, power converters, power distribution, voltage changes, and guidelines about earthing and lightning protection. The Electrical Power Distribution Management course aims to equip participants with the skills and competence to significantly enhance their work output. This comprehensive training will certify your abilities and empower you to apply the right strategies for efficiently using power systems. By the end of this Rcademy course, participants will have a deep understanding of power distribution, which is crucial for operational efficiency.

This training will provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of power systems operation, as well as practical power system maintenance and troubleshooting strategies. This knowledge is not just theoretical but also practical.

What are the three major components of an electrical distribution system?

The electrical power supply system consists of three major parts: a production unit, a transmission unit, and a distribution unit. Each of these units consists of loads of high-voltage equipment, such as disconnectors, which must be maintained to achieve stability in electricity production.

What is the overview of electrical power distribution?

Power distribution may be defined as the step of an electric network that associates high-to-medium-voltage substations with end users. Distribution grids, as a rule, usually take the form of a radial system. However, networks may be arranged in a complicated ‘meshed’ form to ensure reliability and consistency of power quality.

Who Should Attend?

The Rcademy Electrical Power Distribution Management course is intended for professionals who already work or wish to join the general electrical power distribution industry. The course is particularly beneficial for:

• Electrical engineers who desire deep insights into distribution power systems and to broaden their professional career path in the electrical power sector.
• Electrical technicians who work on electrical distribution and responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing the equipment and networks involved in the field.
• Supervisors and managers who are effectively in charge of overseeing the operation, maintenance, and management of electricity distribution systems.
• Utility workers in power operation who serve as distribution systems operators, planners and maintainers.
• Renewable energy personnel working in the renewable energy industry who should be knowledgeable about power distribution systems for grid integration.
• Government personnel enforcing regulations by agencies or regulatory bodies or tasked with monitoring the distribution of electric power and ensuring compliance with standards, rules, and regulations.
• Electricity distributors involved in the design, installation, and commissioning of distribution systems for various industrial, commercial, and residential undertakings.

What are the Course Objectives?

Upon completion of the Rcademy Certificate in Electrical Power Distribution Management, participants will be equipped to:

• Grasp the fundamentals of practical power distribution.
• Troubleshoot and resolve short-circuit issues effectively.
• Identify and select appropriate equipment for specific applications.
• Assess the impact of fault levels on switchgear ratings.
• Classify various functions of cable protection for different scenarios.
• Safely utilise and safeguard power transformers.
• Evaluate and establish proper earthing across the electrical network.
• Analyse the economic rationale behind equipment selection.
• Assess the advantages of modern protection systems and preventive maintenance schedules.
• Implement accurate methods and guidelines for power cable installation.

How will this Course be Presented?

This course prioritises participants’ needs, aiming to fulfil their expectations while enhancing their knowledge and skills. It employs various practical methods to ensure active learning throughout. Led by seasoned professionals in the field of power distribution, the curriculum draws from extensive research, ensuring its depth and relevance.

The Rcademy Certificate in Electrical Power Distribution Management is a comprehensive learning experience that combines theoretical learning with hands-on practice. Participants will receive an abundance of materials, including slides, lecture notes, case studies, and video presentations. To reinforce your understanding, you will engage in quizzes, seminars, and mock sessions. Continuous feedback mechanisms are in place to ensure your satisfaction and progress.

What are the Topics Covered in this Course? 

Module 1: Introduction

• History and growth of power distribution
• General features of an industrial distribution system
• Advantages of 3-phase AC power system
• Multiple voltage levels in power distribution
• Expandability
• Voltage classification
• Types of distribution provisions and idleness

 Module 2: Fundamentals of Safety & Protection

• Basic requirements
• Need for protective apparatus
• Protection in distribution systems
• Components of protection systems
• Protective relays for circuit breaker application
• Time and current grading
• Protection integrated into LV devices
• Importance of protective relay coordination

Module 3: Distribution System Planning

• Data collection
• Selection of appropriate equipment
• The need for system development
• Location of key assets
• Planning of electrical system configuration
• Selection of basic system parameters
• Protection of future growth of electricity demand
• Equipment ratings/sizing

Module 4: Transformers

• Transformer theory
• Installation of transformers
• Voltage control
• Power transformers and distribution transformers
• Troubleshooting
• Construction
• Cooling
• Fire defence methods for large transformers

Module 5: Switchgear

• Major components
• Indoor and outdoor construction
• Metal-enclosed switchgear basics
• Switchgear ratings
• Examples of switchgear
• Protection and safety features

Module 6: Circuit Breakers

• Fault detection of cable installations
• Key components and auxiliary systems
• Types of circuit breakers
• Assessment of various breakers
• Assembly of a typical circuit breaker

 Module 7: Cables

• Basic design, selection and sizing
• Types and construction of cables
• Accessories for cable installation
• High voltage power transmission using cables
• Insulating materials for LV and HV cables
• Fault detection of underground cable installations

 Module 8: In-Plant Generation and its Combination with Power Systems

• Types of in-plant generation
• In-plant power generation sources
• Corresponding operation of in-plant generators with external sources
• Cost of power interruptions in critical processes
• Integrating in-plant generation with plant distribution

Module 9: Power Quality

• What is power quality?
• Tackling voltage fluctuations and flicker
• Impact of power interruptions
• Equipment sensitivity
• Handling voltage irregularities
• Need for improving power quality
• Variations in voltage amplitude and reasons
• Improvement of capacitor banks

Module 10: Earthing and Safety

• Role of electrical insulation in safety
• Why do electric shocks occur?
• Earthing in outdoor installations
• Earthing of power supply and its safety consequences
• Lightning safety
• Lightning shield for buildings
• Touch and step potential
• Direct and indirect contact
• Avoiding electric shock
• Role of earthing of equipment insertions in human safety

Module 11: Asset Management and Power System Automation

• Condition Based Maintenance (CBM)
• Reliability Centred Maintenance (RCM)
• Asset records
• Growth of automation in the power industry
• What is SCADA?
• Requirements for the SCADA master station
• SCADA remote units
• SCADA deployment
• Insulation corrosion
• Diagnostic methods
• Problems in switchgear maintenance
• Fault management
• Power system automation and its functions
• Power system automation architecture

Module 12: Advanced and Emerging Technologies

• Distributed Energy Resources (DERs)
  • Solar photovoltaics (PV)
  • Wind turbines
  • Energy storage systems deployed at the point of consumption
  • Advanced control and coordination mechanisms in maintaining bi-directional power flow.
• Grid Edge Technologies
  • Sensors
  • Actuators
  • Communication devices
• Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI)
  • Remote metre reading
  • Load profiling
  • Real-time data monitoring.
• Energy Management Systems (EMS)

Module 13: Smart Grid Technologies and Energy Management

• Introduction to smart grid concepts and technologies
• Advanced metering infrastructure (AMI) and grid automation
• Demand response and energy efficiency measures
• Integration of renewable energy sources in distribution networks

Module 14: Regulatory and Safety Compliance

• Regulatory framework governing power distribution
• Compliance with industry standards and codes
• Safety practices for working in distribution environments
• Environmental considerations and sustainability principles