Basic Principles of the Maintenance of Electrical Switchgear (M1)

Introduction

The course is intended to provide theoretical and practical instruction on the maintenance and repair of HV/LV switchgear of various types.

Participants

Engineers, supervisors and technicians with a responsibility for the maintenance of HV/LV electrical switchgear

Aim

Intended to provide theoretical and practical instruction on the maintenance and repair of HV/LV switchgear of various types.

Outline Contents

Statutory regulations and codes of practice
Operational and safety features of switchgear
Primary conductors
Circuit breakers - oil/gas/air/vacuum
Auxiliary equipment
Exterior of switchpanels
Switchroom housekeeping
Battery units
Trouble shooting
Practical maintenance exercises
Course review

Certification

Candidates who successfully complete the course and the competency assessment will receive a Faraday Centre competence certificate. Candidates who do not wish to undertake or complete the competency assessment will receive a Faraday attendance certificate.

Date Information

Duration: 5 Days
Start Dates:

04/02/2008

21/04/2008

07/07/2008

03/11/2008

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