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Electric Power Substation Engineering
Course Description
This course provides a comprehensive understanding of the design, operation, and maintenance of electrical substations, with a focus on both high and medium voltage equipment. Students will gain theoretical knowledge and practical insights into substation configuration, electrical systems, safety, and the latest technologies used in substation engineering. Emphasis is placed on designing substations for reliability, efficiency, and safety while complying with local and international standards. This structure ensures that students get both theoretical knowledge and practical experience to design and operate safe and efficient electrical substations. Would you like to add any specific sections or alter the course for a different audience?

Prerequisites: 

  • Basic Electrical Engineering (Circuit Theory, Power Systems) 
  • Knowledge of Electrical Safety 
  • Introduction to Power Systems 



Prerequisites: 

  • Basic Electrical Engineering (Circuit Theory, Power Systems) 
  • Knowledge of Electrical Safety 
  • Introduction to Power Systems 



This course is intended for Electrical Engineers &Supervisors, who work in operation, maintenance, protection, control and analysis of Utilities & Industries Electrical Networks

  • Pre-test and pro-test 
  • Variety of learning methods 
  • Lectures 
  • Case studies and self-questionnaires 

Introduction to Power Substations 

  • Definition and types of substations 
  • Importance of substations in power systems 
  • Components of a substation 
  • Overview of substation design 

 

Substation Layout and Site Selection 

  • Factors influencing substation location 
  • Land, environmental, and regulatory considerations 
  • Layout planning for high voltage, medium voltage, and low voltage substations 
  • Space requirements for transformers, circuit breakers, busbars, etc. 

 

Substation Equipment 

  • Power transformers and their ratings 
  • Circuit breakers: Types and selection 
  • Busbars and disconnectors 
  • Surge arresters, isolators, and CTs/PTs (Current Transformers/Voltage Transformers) 
  • Control panels and protection systems 

 

Electrical Design Principles 

 

  • Voltage levels and current ratings 
  • Fault current analysis 
  • Short-circuit calculations and protection coordination 
  • Substation grounding design 
  • Redundancy and reliability in design 

 

Protection and Control Systems 

 

  • Protection schemes for substations (e.g., distance, differential, overcurrent protection) 
  • Role of SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) systems in substations 
  • Remote monitoring and control 
  • Integration with grid protection systems 

 

Substation Safety Standards and Codes 

 

  • Electrical safety protocols in substations 
  • International standards (IEEE, IEC, ANSI, etc.) 
  • Grounding and safety clearances 
  • Grounding Resistance Measurement 
  • Fire and explosion protection 
  • Personnel safety (PPE, training, etc.) 

 

Power Quality and Environmental Considerations 

  • Power quality issues in substations (e.g., harmonic distortion, voltage fluctuations) 
  • Environmental impact assessment of substations 
  • Noise and EMF (electromagnetic field) mitigation techniques 
  • Compliance with environmental regulations 

 

Modern Technologies in Substation Engineering 

  • Smart substations and digitalization 
  • Renewable energy integration (solar, wind, etc.) 
  • Battery energy storage systems (BESS) in substations 
  • Use of IoT and AI for predictive maintenance 

 

Substation Design Software and Simulation Tools 

  • Introduction to substation design software (AutoCAD, ETAP, DIgSILENT, etc.) 
  • Electrical simulation and modeling 
  • Load flow analysis, fault analysis, and transient stability 
  • Hands-on sessions with design software 

 

Case Studies and Real-World Applications 

  • Case studies of substations in different settings (urban, rural, industrial) 
  • Analysis of failures and troubleshooting in substations 
  • Integration of large-scale energy storage and electric vehicle charging stations 
  • Future trends in substation design (e.g., modular and containerized substations) 

 

Exam/Final Assessment 

Written exam covering key concepts and calculation. 

BTS attendance certificate will be issued to all attendees completing minimum of 80% of the total course duration

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Course Rounds

5 Days
Code Date Venue Fees Action
EE155-01
2026-05-11
Kuala-Lumpur
USD 5950
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EE155-02
2026-08-09
Dubai
USD 5450
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EE155-03
2026-10-25
Amman
USD 5450
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EE155-04
2026-12-20
Dubai
USD 5450
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