- A basic knowledge of power systems
- A working knowledge of basic ac three-phase electrical power systems, trigonometry, basic calculus, complex numbers, and phasor concepts
Protecting Power Systems for Engineers
PROT 401
Overview
This course addresses the basic elements of designing power system protection for distribution lines, transmission lines, transformers, and buses.
Course participants will:
Review
- Power system basics, including per-unit and three-phase power concepts
- Symmetrical component concepts and fault analysis
- Relaying fundamentals
- Instrument transformers
- Basic digital relay concepts
Explore
- Application of overcurrent, directional, distance, and differential relays to transmission lines, distribution lines, buses, and transformers
- Distribution system protective devices and their coordination
- Distance and pilot protection schemes used for transmission line protection
- Power system dynamics and protection
Study and Discuss
- Challenges and solutions to power system protection problems
What You Will Learn
At the conclusion of this course, students can:
- Analyze power systems for balanced and unbalanced conditions using symmetrical components; understand the limitations of applying this technique on real-world power systems
- Select the appropriate protective systems for various applications, based upon reliability, performance, complexity, and cost considerations
- Apply the selection and coordination rules of conventional distribution circuit overcurrent protection devices
- Apply distribution and transmission line protection principles, including basic distance relay protection schemes
- Select appropriate pilot protection schemes, based upon system requirements and available communication channels
- Apply differential, overcurrent, and mechanical protection elements to provide complete protection of power transformers
- Use metering and event reporting functions from modern protective relay systems to improve power system reliability and performance
Course Fee
$2,500.00* (five-day course). Includes course notebook, reference materials, and certificate of completion.* For international course locations and fees contact the local TSC office.
Course Hours
Classes are conducted from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. each day. Complimentary lunch and breaks are provided.International Course Offerings
* For international course locations and fees contact the local TSC office.
A degree in electrical engineering or equivalent experience is required. In addition, participants should have:
Engineers who need a comprehensive understanding of the design concepts and methods used in protecting electrical power systems.
A scientific calculator capable of performing computations involving complex numbers.
3.5 continuing education units (CEUs) available.
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