Power Distribution and Protection Systems
A distribution network must clear faults quickly and selectively, isolating only what is faulty. This course covers distribution design, protection principles and the coordination that makes selectivity work.
Course outline
What this programme covers, module by module.
- 01Distribution network structures: radial, ring and interconnected
- 02Load assessment, diversity and network capacity
- 03Fault types, fault level calculation and equipment ratings
- 04Protection devices: fuses, breakers and relays
- 05Protection coordination and achieving selectivity
- 06Earthing systems and their effect on protection
- 07Fault investigation, records and network performance
What you will gain
- Explain distribution network structures and their trade offs
- Calculate load and fault levels for a distribution system
- Select protection devices appropriate to the application
- Coordinate protection settings to achieve selectivity
- Apply earthing arrangements correctly
- Investigate protection operations and network faults
Who should attend
- Electrical engineers and technicians
- Maintenance and operations staff
- Plant and facilities electrical staff
- Design and project engineers
Upcoming sessions
| Date | City | Duration | Fees | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 to 6 Nov 2026 | Johannesburg | 5 Days | R18,000 | |
| 23 to 27 Nov 2026 | London | 5 Days | US$1,800 | |
| 11 to 15 Jan 2027 | Dubai | 5 Days | US$1,800 | |
| 8 to 12 Feb 2027 | Pretoria | 5 Days | R18,000 | |
| 26 to 30 Apr 2027 | Durban | 5 Days | R18,000 | |
| 5 to 9 Jul 2027 | Cape Town | 5 Days | R18,000 |
Fees are per delegate and exclude VAT. Public intakes are confirmed once minimum numbers are met. We also deliver this course on your own schedule, in-house or live online.
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- R18,000 per delegate
- Duration
- 5 Days
- Field
- Electrical & Renewable Energy
- Formats
- In-house, public, online
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