E-PLAN DESIGN TRAINING
COURSE CONTENT
Introduction
Introduction to the training program and familiarization with the trade
Career prospects for the trainees
Duties & responsibilities of trainees
Safety measures to be observed
Fundamentals of Electricity
Basic Electricity
Matter, Electron flow and Electric current
Conductors, Resistors & Insulators
AC and DC Principles
Common Terminology -: Electromotive force, Current,
Resistance, Inductance, Capacitor and Capacitance,
Impedance, Power, and Power factor
Electrical Terms and Definition, Ohm’s Law,
Electrical Circuit - Series circuit, Parallel circuit, and Series-Parallel circuit
Relationships between voltage, ohms, amperes, three-phase voltage, current, and power
Effect of Resistance, Inductance and Capacitance
1-phase and 3-phase power, Star and Delta connections, and calculation of values
Important Formulas, Codes and Standards
Electromagnetism
Magnetic field around a conductor
Faraday’s law of electromagnetism
Fleming’s Left & right hand rules
Lenz’s law
Hand Tools
Hand tools of the trade
Bench tools
Electrical Drill
Microguage
Cables and Wiring
P V C Flexible Cables, Wires
LT / HT Cables
Safe use of splicing tools
Proper cable preparation, installation and handling techniques
Testing, splicing and termination procedures
Glands, lugs and ferruling
Conduits, Bus ducts & Bus bars
Causes of cable failure
Electrical Symbols and Single Line Diagrams
Electrical Symbols
Review of standard symbols, and
Symbol identification and meaning
Basic layout
Familiarization with the layout of different schematics and one-line diagrams
Elementary Electrical Diagrams
What are schematics used for and why are they necessary
DC voltage schematic
Introduction, familiarization, and review of: Series circuit,
Parallel Circuit and Series / Parallel circuit
Single-Line Diagram
Purpose of a single-line diagram,
Equipment identification,
AC voltage schematic
Equipment identification, Troubleshooting and fault-finding
Electricity Generation & Distribution Fundamentals
Generation Fundamentals
How electricity is generated
3-Phase generation
Stator, Rotor and Exciter
Prime movers
(Coal, Hydro, Nuclear, other)
Transmission Overview
Transmission Equipment
Types of structures and Configurations
Substation Overview
Major equipment (Transformers, circuit breakers, regulators, air switches)
Bus work and air switches
Distribution Facilities Overview
Common voltages and Typical distribution equipment
Electrical Measuring Devices and Testing
Current measurement - Galvanometer, Ammeter, Current Transformers, Special precaution for current measurement
Voltage measurement - Voltmeters, Potential Transformers
Special precaution for current measurement
Power measurement - Watt meters, 3-Phase Watt meters,
Special precaution for power measurement
AC Circuit
Frequency meter, Power factor meter
Measuring and Testing Devices
Line tester, Continuity tester, Earth tester, Megger, Multimeter, Clamp meter, Techo-meter, Thermometer
Electrical Distribution
Panels (HT/LT) / Switch Board / Motor control centers (MCC’s)/Final Distribution boards (DB’s)
Cable trays, trucking or raceways, conduits &
Underground pipes (Concrete / PVC)
L. V. Switchgear
Introduction to LT/HT Switchgear and Circuit Breaker
Switchgear
Definitions, Ratings, Typical Construction
Operation, Protection systems
Installation guidelines
Circuit Breaker (LT/HT)
Construction and Contact Operation
Installation guidelines
Manual and Electrical operating Controls
Safe Operating Methods
Mechanical Inspections
100 % JOB ASSISTANCE WITH THIS TRAINING PROGRAM
Working with Electrical panels
Reading & interpreting wiring plans.
Single line diagram of large power distribution system in plant.
Installing components of power system such as circuit Breakers, Switches fuse unit, contactor, overload relays etc
Architecture of motor control center & LT Panel
specification & Application of MCB & MCCB, HRC fuses.
Control system, Selection of control transformer function of relays & logics.
Motor starters, Components, and Function of each component.
Wiring of panels practical, PLC controlled automation model & motor starters.
Motors
Introduction to Motors Single phase and Three phase
Power System effect on motors
Voltage, Frequency and Harmonics
Application of Motor Loads
Variable Torque, Constant Torque, Constant Horsepower
Starting Methods
Full Voltage, Reduced Voltage, Wye-Delta, Soft Starting
Stopping Methods
Dynamic Braking, Plugging, Mechanical Braking
Speed Control (VFD)
Separate Winding, Consequent Pole, Wound Rotor, Mechanical
Variable Voltage, Variable Frequency
Motor Protection
Short Circuit Protection
Overload Protection
Erection and Commissioning of Motors\
Transformer
Introduction to transformer
Functions of transformers
Transformer Construction
Tank, Core, Coils, Types and Ratings
Bushings, Tap Changers
Factory Testing
Dry, Oil and Liquid Filled Types
Operation
Theory of Operation
Vector and Connection Diagrams
Important Electrical Relationships & Formulas
Auxiliary Equipment
Gas Relays
Fans and Pumps
Gauges
Tap Changer Controls
Failure Causes
Detailed analysis of several case histories
Lightening
Oil Decay
Component Failures, Internal Faults, External Faults
Erection and Commissioning guidelines
Electrical Safety
Electrical hazards
Introduction to Electrical Hazards & Control
Common cause of electrical accidents
Electrical fires and prevention measures
Lighting and Serge protection, Standards of Electrical Safety
Selection of Electrical equipment for hazardous area
Preventive maintenance
Earthing
Importance of earthling, Types of earthling, Earthing grids in industry
Hazards Identification
Workshop for the trade
Using the hand tools
Combination pliers, Cutter, Common screwdrivers, Head screwdriver
Splicer, Soldering Iron with stand, Solder & flux
Enter punch, Number punch, letter punch, Rawal punch
Set & ring spanners, Vernier caliper, screw gauge
Hand drilling machine, Hack saw frame with blades
Jack plane, chisels, Hammer – Ball pane, Cross pane, hexagonal, claw hammer
Wooden mallet, Taps & Dies ( for internal & external threads)
Files- Flat, half round, round triangular (smooth & rough)
Crimping tool,
Plumb bob, spirit level and water level.
Steel rules Calipers – inside & outside, Standard wire gauge
Power drill , Grinder _ Hand & Bench
Fitter
Duties and responsibilities of trainees, Safety precautions.
Identification, use, care, and maintenance of general and special tools.
Use of steel rule, Calipers, Marking a job.
Types of File and filing practice.
Checking the flatness of a surface.
Use of punches
Drilling holes and grinding surfaces.
Use of hacksaw frame and blades.
Use of taps and dies.
Soldering
Precautions while soldering
Use of solder and flux
Cleaning and tinning
Reasons of dry soldering
Preparation of common joints
Household Wiring:
Identification of switchgear, Preparation of layout, Reading blueprints
Markings with a plumb bob, spirit level, water level
Fixing of switchboards and D.B.
Use of PVC conduits, joints, drawing of wires
Use of earthing wires
One lamp controlled from one single pole switch
Two lamps controlled from two single pole switches
One lamp and one socket controlled by two single pole switches
Wiring of calling bell
Stair-case wiring
Ceiling fan with regulator
Industrial Wiring:
Single-phase and three-phase receptacle wiring
Starter wiring – Start Delta with motor terminations
Industrial lighting
Classifications and types of lighting fixtures
Cable Laying and Termination
Clamping/laying of cable – Trenches, Trays, Wall, Ceiling,
Underground and overhead cabling systems
Measurement
Measurement of earthing resistance