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AFNOR IPTDS Brochure

This document provides information about an online course on the protection of transmission and distribution systems offered by AFNOR UK. The 7-module course aims to provide a solid grounding in the basic principles of power system protection. The course is suitable for technical staff and new graduates working in generation engineering. It costs £725 plus VAT to register per delegate and can be completed within 24 months. Students must complete tutor-marked assignments for each module to demonstrate their understanding of the material. Upon successful completion, students will receive an industry-recognized certificate.

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AFNOR IPTDS Brochure

This document provides information about an online course on the protection of transmission and distribution systems offered by AFNOR UK. The 7-module course aims to provide a solid grounding in the basic principles of power system protection. The course is suitable for technical staff and new graduates working in generation engineering. It costs £725 plus VAT to register per delegate and can be completed within 24 months. Students must complete tutor-marked assignments for each module to demonstrate their understanding of the material. Upon successful completion, students will receive an industry-recognized certificate.

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DIGITAL LEARNING

INTRODUCTION TO THE PROTECTION OF


TRANSMISSION AND DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS
Open Learning Resources for the Power Industry
0BJECTIVES WHO SHOULD REGISTER? DURATION
Providing a solid grounding in the basic principles of The course is suitable for technical generation Candidates should aim to complete
power system protection: engineering staff, new graduates and unit the course within 24 months
 The fundamental engineering principles which dictate operators: any staff where knowledge of
the extent and composition of protection within a power protection is an issue.
system PRICE
 Basic vocabulary to discuss and describe protection KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS £725 + VAT per delegate
issues
There are no formal entry requirements for the
 Understanding and knowledge of the devices making
course
up protection systems
 Schematics showing the application of protection in
transmission and distribution networks.

ABOUT THE COURSE


1/ 7 MODULES 2/ TUTOR MARKED ASSIGNMENTS

Module 1 - Role and types of protection Module 5 - Protection schemes I Each module will have TMAs - you will be required
What is power protection, system layout, Earth fault protection, overcurrent protection, to submit two completed TMAs for each module in
busbar configuration, fault types, earthing distance protection, unit protection, direct order to complete the course. The TMAs enable you
arrangements, protection types, distribution & wires schemes, power line carrier, voice to demonstrate to the tutor that you have absorbed
transmission systems frequency phase-comparison protection, all aspects of the module and that you can link your
current differential protection, busbar studies with your practical work activities.
Module 2 - Instrument Transformers protection, circuit breaker fail protection Maximum duration of the course is 2 years, but
Current transformers, current transformer you must submit your first TMA within 12
types, voltage transformers, residual voltage Module 6 - Protection schemes II months of registering.
and open delta connections, capacitive Transmission protection, protection of
voltage transformer, CT and VT transmission transformers, transformer feeder
protection, backup protection, connection and BENEFITS OF THE COURSE
Module 3 - Protection equipment protection of generators, remote control and
Fuses and relays monitoring • Each module is divided into
easily-identifiable sections
Module 4 - Ancillary/auxiliary Module 7 - Protection management & • The course incorporates quizzes to help you
equipment site considerations check your progress
Auxiliary supply for industry, batteries and Drawings, commissioning and acceptance • On successful completion, candidates
charging methods, DC system layout and tests, relays, safety, routine maintenance and receive an industry recognised certificate
design, tripping circuits, closing circuits, .
inspection tests, fault investigations detailing the modules completed and the
communication links, remote-end fault marks achieved
clearance, auto-reclosing, synchronisation,
automatic voltage control fault recorder

ENJOY THE BENEFITS OF E-LEARNING


• Plan your own study periods and study anywhere.
• Develop your knowledge at a pace that fits your requirements,
• Each module incorporates quizzes to help you check your progress
• The programme includes tutor-marked assignments and feedback to support your learning

ABOUT AFNOR UK
Our origins lie with the Electricity Training Association, a body that produced both national and Scottish Vocational Qualifications for the power sector, and
unique open/distance learning training courses. As AFNOR UK, we are evolving with the industry, delivering courses which reflect the format and changing
nature of fuel and energy sources.

FOR MORE INFORMATION


AFNOR UK Academy • Kerrie Cullen
Tel: +44 (0) 1322 314855 • Fax: +44 (0) 1322 314857
Email: [email protected]

www.afnor.co.uk

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