Maintenance and Engineering

Substation Operation and Maintenance

Substations transform and distribute electrical power safely and reliably. This course covers substation equipment such as transformers, switchgear, busbars and protection, switching operations and safety rules, maintenance and testing, transformer oil analysis, condition monitoring and fault response.

5 days Classroom or live online English

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Why attend

From knowledge to real-world impact.

Substation failures can black out entire facilities. You will learn to operate and maintain substations safely.

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.

Equipment walkthroughs, switching procedure exercises, test data interpretation and case studies.

Course objectives

What you'll take away.

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

Explain substation layouts and equipment
Apply safe switching procedures
Maintain transformers and switchgear
Interpret transformer oil and test results
Monitor substation condition
Respond to substation faults

Target audience

Who should attend.

This course is suitable for:

Electrical engineers and technicians
Utility operators
Facility electrical staff
Maintenance supervisors
Protection technicians

Target competencies

Capabilities you will build.

Participants will develop competencies in:

Substation knowledge
Safe switching
Equipment maintenance
Test interpretation
Fault response

Course outline

Your learning journey.

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

Day 1Substation Equipment

09:00–10:08Layouts
10:08–11:00Transformers
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Transformers (continued)
11:45–12:53Switchgear and busbars
12:53–14:00Exercise

Day 2Switching and Safety

09:00–10:08Switching programmes
10:08–11:00Isolation and earthing
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Isolation and earthing (continued)
11:45–12:53Permits
12:53–14:00Practice

Day 3Transformer Maintenance

09:00–10:08Oil analysis
10:08–11:00Dissolved gas analysis
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Dissolved gas analysis (continued)
11:45–12:53Tap changers
12:53–14:00Exercise

Day 4Switchgear Maintenance

09:00–10:08Breaker testing
10:08–11:00Insulation tests
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Insulation tests (continued)
11:45–12:53Thermography
12:53–14:00Case study

Day 5Faults and Monitoring

09:00–10:08Fault response
10:08–11:00Condition monitoring
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Condition monitoring (continued)
11:45–12:53Maintenance 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?

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