Switchgear and Control Applications for Power Plants Training

  • June 30, 2025 - July 3, 2025
  • 08:00 PM to 10:00 PM PST (Pakistan Time)
  • Total Seats: 10 Reserved Seats: 6
  • Online (Microsoft Teams)
  • +92 337 777 1309
  • jahanzeb.burki@velosiaims.ae
  • Velosi is conducting Switchgear and Control Applications for Power Plants Training.

    The switchgear is a critical component of any electric power system. An electrical protection system is composed of fuses, switches, relays, isolators, circuit breakers, potential and current transformers, indicating devices, lightning arresters, and other items that prevent malfunctions and damage to electrical hardware. The overall purpose of switchgear power systems is to perform three basic functions: electrical protection, electrical isolation, and control. Mainly, to isolate electrical equipment by using a combination of electrical disconnects. Therefore, it is important to have extensive knowledge of switchgear control applications for power plants and prepare for emergency situations to prevent any hazardous situations.

    Velosi’s comprehensive training course aims to provide an overview of all aspects of power system protection and control, including the application, installation, maintenance, and testing of switchgear, circuit breakers, and transformers at low, medium, and high voltages. By gaining a thorough understanding of these critical components in electrical distribution networks, you will gain practical knowledge and gain substantial understanding. The course is equipped with important practical principles and case studies that illustrate its criticality.</p>

  • By completing this course, participants will be able to:

    • Thoroughly understand and identify crucial functions of switchgear and the protection of induction motors and other components.
    • Apply applicable protection methods of motors using electrical switchgear.
    • Identify and demonstrate switchgear protection techniques against transients and surges, arc interruption theory, types of circuit breakers, and the testing, commissioning, and switchgear maintenance.
    • Grasp knowledge of different types of circuit connections.
    • Identify and implement applicable protection systems (primary and backup).
    • Differentiate between applicable methods regarding Protection Zones of Real Power Systems.
    • Comprehensively distinguish between protective systems and protective schemes.
    • Identify and analyze causes of short circuit faults and other electric faults.
    • Recognize and manage the Operation & Function of Protective Relays and their function.
    • Thoroughly understand the fundamentals of Function & Construction of CT & VT.
    • Comprehend protective relaying viewpoints and select applicable protection methods of power plants.
    • Grasp adequate knowledge and identify instrument transformers for protection applications.
  • Training will be conducted via Microsoft Teams Meeting. Meeting invites will be shared one day before the first day of training.

    Face-to-face training is available upon request.

  • 04 days of training from 08:00 PM to 10:00 PM PST (Pakistan Time).

    • Presentation Slides
    • Study References
  • Upon successful completion of training, participants will receive a "Switchgear and Control Applications for Power Plants Training" course completion certificate.

  • This course is appropriate for a wide range of professionals but is not limited to:

    • Individuals who are interested in obtaining knowledge of electric protection and control systems.
    • Electrical engineers / supervisors / graduates
    • Electricians
    • Power / utility engineers / professionals

how can we help you?

Contact us at the Velosi office nearest to you or submit a business inquiry online.

Course Outline

  • Introduction & Power System Basics

    • Course introduction and importance
    • Power System overview (LV-MV)
    • Commercial and industrial network design
  • LV Switchgear Design & Standards

    • LV Switchgear and standards
    • Form-1 and Form-4 design
    • IP30, IP42, IP55, IP65 standards and applications
    • Type tested and non-type tested switchgear
    • Indoor and outdoor switchgear
    • Cubical and copper calculations
  • Switchgear Components & Protection Devices

    • Switchgear components details
    • MCCB, ACB, MCB, MPCB, Overload relays – selection and calculations
    • Type 1 and Type 2 coordination
    • TNS and TNC systems
  • Power Factor Improvement and Filtering

    • PFI panels – design and calculations
    • Active and passive filters
  • MV Switchgear and Substation Design

    • MV switchgear overview
    • LSC-2B design
    • IP3X and IP4X – definitions and applications
    • KIOSK substations
  • Specialized Applications and Utility Interfaces

    • WAPDA, KE, and consumer end switchgear panels
    • Solar PV switchgear
    • ABB, Siemens, Schneider, GE – brand features and comparison
    • Recommended switchgear and their applications
  • Practical Design & Case Studies

    • Cable sizing, short circuit, amp, kW load calculations
    • Case studies and discussions
  • Testing, Installation, Operation & Maintenance

    • Routine testing, type testing – procedures and checklists
    • Switchgear installation – checklists and working steps
    • Switchgear operation – checklists and procedures
    • Periodic maintenance – checklists and schedules

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