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Fault Level Analysis and Protection Coordination In Distribution Network
Course Description
This course provides participants with essential knowledge and practical skills in fault level analysis and protection coordination within electrical distribution networks. Emphasizing industry standards, it covers fault types, calculation methods, and protective device coordination to enhance system reliability and safety.

This course is suitable for:

  • Electrical Engineers and Technicians
  • Power System Designers
  • Maintenance and Operations Personnel
  • Plant Managers and Supervisors
  • Professionals involved in power system protection and reliability
  • Comprehensive course materials and reference guides
  • Fault analysis and protection coordination templates
  • Access to simulation software for hands-on exercises
  • Certificate of Completion

Day 1: Introduction to Fault Level Analysis

  • Basics of fault analysis in distribution systems
  • Types of faults: Symmetrical and asymmetrical
  • Understanding fault current and its implications
  • Tools and software for fault level analysis

 

Day 2: Fault Level Calculations

  • Methodologies for fault current calculations: Per-unit system and impedance method
  • Short-circuit current analysis for different system configurations
  • Impact of generation sources on fault levels
  • Practical examples and exercises on fault level computation

 

Day 3: Protection Systems and Device Coordination

  • Overview of protection systems: Relays, circuit breakers, and fuses
  • Principles of protection coordination in distribution networks
  • Time-current characteristic (TCC) curves and their application
  • Coordination of primary and backup protection devices

 

Day 4: Advanced Coordination Techniques and Tools

  • Protection schemes for radial and ring networks
  • Impact of distributed generation on protection coordination
  • Arc flash analysis and mitigation
  • Utilizing software for coordination studies (e.g., ETAP, CYME)
  • Case studies: Real-world challenges in protection coordination

 

Day 5: Compliance, Testing, and Practical Application

  • Standards and regulations for fault analysis and protection (e.g., IEEE, IEC)
  • Testing and commissioning of protective devices
  • Hands-on workshop: Fault analysis and coordination study using software tools
  • Group discussions: Optimizing protection coordination strategies
  • Final assessment, Q&A, and course wrap-up

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

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Course Rounds

5 Days
Code Date Venue Fees Action
EE161-01
2026-03-30
London
USD 6950
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EE161-02
2026-06-07
Dubai
USD 5450
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EE161-03
2026-08-30
Manama
USD 5450
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EE161-04
2026-12-06
Dubai
USD 5450
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