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Master Automated Power System Protection Testing in 5 Days

Gain hands-on expertise in automated testing of power system protection devices using industry-standard tools and best practices

Duration
5 Days
Credits
5 per day
Mode
Full-time
Provider
Blackbird Training Centre

Course Overview

Course Description

This comprehensive 5-day course provides in-depth training on automated testing of power system protection devices. Participants will learn industry-standard tools and best practices for efficient and effective protection system testing. The course covers test planning, execution, analysis, and reporting for various protection schemes.

Learning Objectives

  • Understand principles of automated protection testing
  • Master industry-standard test equipment and software
  • Develop efficient test plans for various protection schemes
  • Analyze test results and generate comprehensive reports
  • Apply best practices for protection system maintenance

Course Modules

Day 1: Fundamentals of Automated Protection Testing

  • Introduction to power system protection
  • Automated testing principles and benefits
  • Overview of test equipment and software
  • Test planning and documentation

Day 2: Testing Overcurrent and Distance Protection

  • Automated testing of overcurrent relays
  • Distance protection testing techniques
  • Fault simulation and injection methods
  • Analysis of tripping characteristics

Day 3: Differential and Transformer Protection Testing

  • Differential protection testing principles
  • Transformer protection test procedures
  • CT saturation and ratio testing
  • Harmonic restraint and blocking tests

Day 4: Advanced Protection Schemes and IEC 61850

  • Testing of complex protection schemes
  • IEC 61850-based protection testing
  • GOOSE messaging and virtual inputs/outputs
  • Automated test sequencing and logic

Day 5: Test Result Analysis and Reporting

  • Interpreting test results and waveforms
  • Troubleshooting protection malfunctions
  • Generating comprehensive test reports
  • Best practices for protection maintenance

Practical Wins for Participants

  • Ability to create efficient automated test plans
  • Proficiency in using industry-standard test equipment
  • Skills to analyze complex protection schemes
  • Expertise in generating professional test reports
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