Design of Modern Electrical Distribution Systems

• The behavior of Modern Electrical Distribution Networks
• Constraints on Distribution Network Design
• Choice of Correct Components and Network Layouts
• Using Computers for secure and economic network design

COURSE CONTENT 

• Basics & Fundamentals Review.
• Overview Distribution systems.
• General Design Considerations.
• Loads: types, and estimations.
• Equipment design constraints:
• Current Rating
• Short circuit
• Power quality Problems
• Modeling of Distribution Elements.
• Studies on Distribution networks.
• Load Flow studies & Computer methods.
• Short circuit, PU & Symmetrical components.
• MVA method to calculate 3-phase short circuit current.
• Power cable: Sizing (based on VD, short circuit & earth fault), de-rating factors.
• Voltage drop calculations.
• Power Factor correction & reactive power compensators.
• Distribution Transformers features & Sizing.
• LV & HV Switchgear preliminary design steps.
• Protection overviews.
• Shunt capacitors & Series reactors.
• Isolated networks & different schemes of power system architectures. Open & Closed RMU.

FOR WHOM:

Works, Services and Maintenance Personnel

TRAINING METHODOLOGY

The training methodology combines lectures, discussions, group exercises and illustrations. Participants will gain both theoretical and practical knowledge of the topics. The emphasis is on the practical application of the topics and as a result participant will go back to the workplace with both the ability and the confidence to apply the techniques learned to their duties.