Electrical Power Equipment Course Syllabus
Full curriculum breakdown — modules, lessons, estimated time, and outcomes.
Overview: This concise, beginner-friendly course provides a practical introduction to electrical power equipment used in utility and industrial networks. Over approximately 2.5 hours, learners explore core components including conductors, circuit breakers, transformers, and grounding systems. Each module combines real-world engineering insights with hands-on calculations, enabling engineers to understand how equipment functions and integrates within a power network. Designed for those with basic electrical knowledge, the course emphasizes design considerations and safety principles applicable across voltage levels.
Module 1: Introduction
Estimated time: 0.1 hours
- Course overview and learning objectives
- Network architecture fundamentals
- Key components in a power system
- Navigate the course interface and preview network components
Module 2: Conductors & Insulators
Estimated time: 0.3 hours
- Material properties of conductors
- Dielectric strength and insulator selection
- Mechanical considerations for conductor support
- Calculate conductor sizing and insulator clearances
Module 3: Circuit Breakers
Estimated time: 0.3 hours
- Overcurrent protection principles
- Types of circuit breakers and interrupting mechanisms
- Application across low, medium, and high voltage levels
- Compare breaker characteristics for different voltage classes
Module 4: Grounding
Estimated time: 0.3 hours
- Grounding system configurations
- Touch and step potential hazards
- Earthing electrode design and placement
- Design a grounding grid for a simple substation layout
Module 5: Network Design
Estimated time: 0.25 hours
- Radial vs. meshed network configurations
- Reliability metrics in power distribution
- System layout planning
- Sketch a basic radial distribution network for a small facility
Module 6: Low-Voltage Systems
Estimated time: 0.25 hours
- Residential and commercial house wiring standards
- Panel board design and load distribution
- Protective devices in low-voltage circuits
- Lay out a low-voltage distribution panel for a residential load
Module 7: Electrical Cables
Estimated time: 0.3 hours
- Cable construction and shielding
- Insulation types and environmental ratings
- Ampacity calculations under different conditions
- Select cable ratings for a specified current and installation method
Module 8: Overhead Lines
Estimated time: 0.3 hours
- Conductor sag and tension principles
- Clearance requirements for safety and code compliance
- Mechanical loading due to wind and ice
- Determine minimum clearance distances for a medium-voltage line
Module 9: Transformers
Estimated time: 0.3 hours
- Turns-ratio and voltage transformation
- Transformer losses and efficiency
- Cooling methods and insulation systems
- Impedance calculations and performance impact
- Compute secondary voltages given primary ratings and turns-ratio
Prerequisites
- Familiarity with basic electrical concepts (voltage, current, resistance)
- Understanding of Ohm’s Law and power equations
- No prior experience in power systems required, but foundational knowledge recommended
What You'll Be Able to Do After
- Identify and explain the function of key power equipment in electrical networks
- Perform basic design calculations for conductors, cables, and grounding systems
- Select appropriate circuit breakers and transformers based on system requirements
- Apply safety and reliability principles in low-voltage and distribution system layouts
- Interpret technical specifications and standards for real-world power installations