Transformer Testing and Maintenance

Course code: T3

Introduction

This course provides technical information about the significance of various site tests that are carried out on High Voltage transformers. It also covers practical methods of transformer testing including practical routine tests for post fault and preventive maintenance.

Participants

Electrical engineers/technicians responsible for the installation, site commissioning, operation and maintenance of electrical power transformers.

Aim

To provide understanding in the practical, technical and safety aspects of on site transformer operation, maintenance and testing.

Outline Contents

• Safety requirements
• Transformer design and construction
• Periodic and post installation testing
• Transformer oil
• Buchholz protection unit
• Open circuit tests
• Short circuit tests
• Vector group tests
• Temperature devices
• Insulation testing
• Routine maintenance
• Pressure relief devices (Qualitrol)
• Practical exercises
• Course review

Certification

Candidates who successfully complete the theoretical and practical competence assessments will receive a Faraday “Competence” certificate. Candidates who fail or do not wish to undertake the competence assessments will receive a Faraday “Attendance” certificate.

Course Duration

2 days

Course Dates

For courses undertaken at our UK training centre in 2012

• 1st – 2nd Feb
• 28th – 29th Mar
• 30th – 31st May
• 25th – 26th Jul
• 3rd – 4th Oct

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