Engineering Institute of Technology

Professional Certificate of Competency in Electrical Power System Protection

Engineering Institute of Technology (RTO 51971)
Duration
3 yearspart-time
Study mode
Online
Next start date
July

Why study this course

  • Develop the skills and knowledge needed to deal with power system faults in both high voltage and low voltage systems
  • Learn to calculate fault currents and to select relays and instrument transformers that are appropriate to typical systems or equipment
  • Enjoy the flexibility to study entirely online

Entry requirements

This course is suitable for engineers and technicians who need to understand power system protection.

Where is this course offered?

This course is delivered online, so you can:

  • Study from anywhere and choose when you want to fit study into your week
  • Access all study materials, assessments, and student support services
  • Achieve the same qualification as someone studying in a classroom

Find out more about online courses and the benefits of studying online.

What you’ll learn

In this course you will learn about:

  • Power system protection basics
  • Types of faults and short circuit current calculations
  • System earthing and earth fault current
  • Fuses and circuit breakers with built in protection
  • Relays and auxiliary power equipment
  • Protection grading and relay coordination
  • Unit protection and applications
  • Protection of feeders and lines
  • Protection of transformers
  • Protection of rotating machinery

Enquire with Engineering Institute of Technology or visit their website to find out more about the course content, units, and what you’ll learn.

Course price

Enquire with Engineering Institute of Technology or visit their website to find out more about the course price for you.

Support and delivery

When you study with Engineering Institute of Technology, you have access to:

  • Live, interactive sessions over the internet with a professional instructor
  • Set readings and assignments
  • Simulation software and remote laboratory applications to help put theory into practice
  • Constant support from a dedicated Learning Support Officer

Why study with Engineering Institute of Technology?

  • The Engineering Institute of Technology (EIT) is one of the only institutions in the world specialising in engineering
  • EIT provide industry-oriented degrees that are designed by an international body of experts and are presented by highly experienced lecturers
  • Benefit from a unique online delivery methodology that includes live and interactive tutorials, dedicated learning support officers, and state-of-the-art technologies such as hands-on workshops, remote laboratories, and simulation software

Find out more about this course

Engineering Institute of Technology

Professional Certificate of Competency in Electrical Power System Protection

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Find out more about this course


Engineering Institute of Technology

Professional Certificate of Competency in Electrical Power System Protection

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