Maintenance and Engineering

Standby Power Systems and UPS Maintenance

Hospitals, data centres and critical facilities depend on standby generators and uninterruptible power supplies. This course covers standby power design concepts, generator sets, automatic transfer switches, UPS types and batteries, testing regimes, maintenance, fuel management and preventing failures when power is needed most.

5 days Classroom or live online English

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Why attend

From knowledge to real-world impact.

Backup power that fails during an outage is worse than none. You will learn to keep standby systems ready and reliable.

Workplace challenges

Professional Problems This Course Is Designed to Solve

The programme explores practical approaches to the following challenges. Results depend on how the learning is applied in your organisation.

Difficulty translating subject knowledge into practical workplace decisions.
Inconsistent approaches to the activities covered in the course outline.
Lack of a structured plan for applying and reviewing new skills.

Course methodology

How you will learn.

System walkthroughs, testing procedure exercises, case studies of failures and maintenance planning.

Course objectives

What you'll take away.

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

Explain standby power system configurations
Maintain generator sets
Maintain automatic transfer switches
Understand UPS types and battery care
Plan load bank and transfer testing
Manage fuel and readiness

Target audience

Who should attend.

This course is suitable for:

Electrical engineers and technicians
Facility managers
Data centre engineers
Hospital engineering staff
Maintenance supervisors

Target competencies

Capabilities you will build.

Participants will develop competencies in:

System understanding
Generator maintenance
UPS and battery care
Testing
Readiness management

Course outline

Your learning journey.

A focused, practical outline with time to explore, apply and reflect.

Day 1Standby Power

09:00–10:08Critical loads
10:08–11:00System configurations
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45System configurations (continued)
11:45–12:53Standards
12:53–14:00Exercise

Day 2Generators

09:00–10:08Engine and alternator
10:08–11:00Controls
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Controls (continued)
11:45–12:53Maintenance tasks
12:53–14:00Workshop

Day 3Transfer Switches

09:00–10:08ATS operation
10:08–11:00Maintenance
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Maintenance (continued)
11:45–12:53Testing
12:53–14:00Exercise

Day 4UPS and Batteries

09:00–10:08UPS types
10:08–11:00Battery maintenance
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Battery maintenance (continued)
11:45–12:53Monitoring
12:53–14:00Case study

Day 5Testing and Readiness

09:00–10:08Load bank tests
10:08–11:00Fuel management
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Fuel management (continued)
11:45–12:53Readiness plans
12:53–14:00Action plan

The timings provided are estimates and may vary depending on the number of participants and the discussions taking place during the sessions. They are indicative only and do not constitute a binding commitment.

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Good to know

A few things to know.

How is the course delivered?

Our classroom programmes combine facilitated discussion, case studies, exercises and reflection. The precise format will be confirmed before enrolment.

Can you deliver this programme for our team?

Yes, you can enquire about a tailored programme. Share your goals, group size and preferred dates with our learning team.

Will I receive a certificate?

Participants who complete the programme receive a Smart Horizon certificate of attendance. Smart Horizon programmes are not externally accredited and do not award a professional qualification, licence or designation. Where a course title or outline refers to a professional certification (for example, AACE International's Certified Cost Professional), the programme supports learning and preparation only; the credential itself is awarded solely by the relevant professional body under its own application and examination requirements.

What should I confirm before booking travel?

Please confirm the session, exact venue, accessibility arrangements, fees and any visa requirements with the team before arranging travel. Tentative dates are not confirmed sessions.

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