Course description
The "Utility Substation Maintenance" program is an intensive, knowledge-rich course tailored specifically for professionals operating within utility companies. This training is crucial for ensuring the reliable operation and maintenance of high-voltage electrical systems, which are the backbone of utility infrastructure.
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Who should attend?
Who Should Attend:
- Supervisors overseeing utility substation operations and maintenance.
- Engineers involved in the design, operation, and maintenance of utility substations.
- Electricians and Technicians working on high voltage equipment within substations.
- Operators responsible for the daily operation of substations.
- Field Service Representatives providing technical support and maintenance services for utility substations.
Training content
Key Topics Covered:
- Insulation: Understanding the critical role of insulation in HV equipment and the importance of its maintenance.
- Cables: Insight into high-voltage cable design, insulation, splicing, terminations, and testing.
- Switchgear: Knowledge of different types of switchgear, their operation, testing, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance practices.
- Disconnects & Power Transformers: Learning the applications, types, operations, and maintenance of disconnect switches and power transformers.
- Instrument Transformers & Fuses: Detailed exploration of voltage and current transformers, fuse applications, types, selection, and testing.
- Breakers & Relays: Comprehensive understanding of circuit breaker and protective relay operation, types, testing, and maintenance.
- Starters, Motors, Generators: Insights into the operation, testing, and maintenance of high voltage starters, motors, and generators.
- Grounding: Principles and practices of effective grounding for safety and equipment protection.
- System Safety & Switching: Essential safety practices for working with high voltage equipment and the use of single line diagrams for safe switching operations.
Course delivery details
Course Benefits:
- Regulatory Compliance: Participants will gain knowledge essential for compliance with provincial and federal regulations governing utility operations.
- Safety: Enhanced ability to identify, mitigate, and manage job-related hazards, significantly reducing the risk of accidents and injuries.
- Operational Excellence: Skills to perform preventive maintenance and troubleshoot effectively, ensuring reliable and uninterrupted utility service.
- Corrective Actions: Capabilities to recognize deficiencies in substation components and systems and implement appropriate corrective actions promptly.
- Technical Proficiency: Deep understanding of the operation, testing, and maintenance of crucial substation components, including transformers, switchgear, cables, and protection devices.
Certification / Credits
Learning Outcomes:
Upon completing this course, participants will possess the advanced skills and knowledge necessary for maintaining and enhancing the reliability and safety of utility substations. They will be well-prepared to contribute to the efficient operation of their utility's electrical systems, ensuring both regulatory compliance and high service reliability.
Reviews
Average rating 5
This course was very informative in a concise way. The labs were good hands-on practice, carried out in a safe way. I did learn some new things, and overall, I believe this cour...
The course itself is structured well, interactivity with physical hardware is a strong plus for this type of training.
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Canada Training Group
Canada Training Group stands as a premier provider of industrial electrical safety and technical training. With over 40 years of expertise, we specialize in delivering comprehensive, results-oriented training programs designed to enhance safety, productivity, and efficiency across various industries. Our...
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