Study substation design subjects at a level appropriate for those relatively new to the field. Get an introduction to technical requirements, configuration philosophies, design practices, information sources and work processes. Learn the fundamentals of electrical, civil and structural design issues of electric power substations.
This course can be applied to the following certificate:
Electrical Engineering Certificate
Benefits and Learning Outcomes
- Recognize substation project chronology and how to develop the scope and identify the constraints for the overall project
- Recall costs and schedules
- Evaluate site grading design, foundations, insulation and insulation protection and structures
Course Outline/Topics
Electrical Substations, Power Systems, and Deregulation
- Structure of the electric power system overview
- Systems for distribution of power
- Classifications
- Equipment definitions
- Design principles
Substation Project Chronology
- Workflow and project sequence
- Site identification and acquisition
- Engineering design, drawings and documentation
- Construction, testing and commissioning
Developing the Scope/Identifying the Constraints for the Overall Project
- Safety
- Power requirements
- Site constraints
- Atmospheric
- Environmental community and societal influences
Costs and Schedules
- Costs and financial analysis
- Schedules and impacts
Site Grading Design
- Substation grade types
- Drainage and erosion protection
- Oil spill containment
Foundations
- Slab on grade and others
Design Techniques
- Open air
- Metal clad switchgear
- Gas insulated subs/SF6
Bus Configurations & Conductor
- Types of common configurations
- Reliability criteria
Insulation
- Insulation protection and shielding
- Clearance
- Surge arresters
Grounding
- Need for grounding
- Personnel safety
- Hazardous potentials during faults
Structures
- Materials
- Design options and considerations
- Finishes
Principle Equipment
- General specifications and ratings
Transformers
- Core, winding configuration
- Tap changers
- Specifications
Circuit Breakers/Switches
- Design and purpose
Ancillary Equipment
- Potential transformers
- Current transformers
Substation Auxiliary Systems
- Necessity
- AC station power
- DC and battery power
Who Should Attend
Engineers, supervisors, drafting personnel, contract managers, consultants, and managers interested in, or involved with, overall electrical power substation projects.
Instructor
Dan Chaply has been lead substation design engineer for substation projects for more than 25 years. He has developed designs for a wide variety of voltages, capacities, and end-user categories, including dedicated single-use industrial substations, large transmission substations, bulk power/intertie… read more