Transformers for Power Systems

Course Description

• This course is designed to provide a comprehensive overview of the role of transformers in power systems, including a review of basic transformer theory, how to specify transformers, transformer asset management and failure risk reduction, protection, tap-changers, failures and condition monitoring.

Course Objectives

   To provide understanding the following aspects :

• The critical elements of power transformers.
• Types of electrical protections used in the power transformers.
• The operation of power transformers.
• The maintenance procedures and troubleshooting techniques of power transformers.

Who Should Attend?

• Electrical Engineers/Technicians responsible for the purchase, installation, site commissioning, operation and maintenance of electrical power transformers.

Course Schedule

Day 1

Basic Transformer Theory:

• Principles of design.
• Main classes of equipment.
• Rating principles.

Day 2

  Tap-changers:

• Principle of operation.
• Development of designs.
• Maintenance and service experience.

Day 3

  Protection for Power Transformers:

• Abnormal conditions.
• Main and back-up protection.
• Protection applications.

Day 4

    Failures and Condition Monitoring of  Power Transformers:

• Reliability.
• Failure modes.
• Conclusions.

Day 5

• Test methods.
• Commissioning, operation, maintenance and repair.