Earthing, Bonding, Lightning, and Surge Protection of Electrical and Electronic Systems
Electrical & Power Engineering · 5 Days · Public · Al-Khobraa certified · From USD 3,900
Overview
Few topics generate as much controversy and argument as that of grounding and the associated topics of surge protection, shielding, and lightning protection of electrical and electronic systems. Poor grounding practice can be the cause of continual and intermittent difficult-to-diagnose problems in a facility.
Learning Objectives
Apply the various methods of grounding electrical systems
Detail the applicable national Standards
Describe the purposes of grounding and bonding
List the types of systems that cannot be grounded
Describe what systems can be operated ungrounded
Correctly shield sensitive communications cables from noise and interference
Apply the latest technology of earthing, bonding, lightning, and surge protection of electrical and electronic systems & equipment
Implement the recommended design and installation practices for earthing and bonding
Practice earthing for building electrical systems and determine the typical rules to be applied for the electrical and electronic systems & equipment
Apply earthing and noise control and detect electrical faults on equipment
Identify the various applications of earthing and bonding and emphasize the need for a lightning protection system
Discuss surge and transient protection and carry-out power conditioning
Apply practical knowledge of surge and transient protection
Troubleshoot and fix grounding and surge problems
Design, install and test an effective grounding system for electronic equipment
Protect sensitive equipment from lightning
Apply good grounding practice to your next installation
Minimize electrical surge problems due to lightning and surges
Protect sensitive electronic equipment from surges and lightning
Correctly shield sensitive systems from noise and interference
Who Should Attend
This course is designed for professionals working in electrical and power engineering, as well as those whose responsibilities require a stronger practical grasp of the subject and its application within their organisation.
Professionals in Protection, Control & SCADA
Electrical and power engineers
Maintenance and technical specialists
Course Outline
Day 1 — Network Structures
Structure of Distribution Networks
The Supply Source
MV Power Supply
Different MV Service Connections
Day 2 — Soil Investigation
Soil Characteristics
Soil as a Grounding Medium
Effect of Voltage Gradient
Effect of Current Magnitude
Day 3 — Grounding of Electronic Equipment
Electrical Power System Selection Consideration
Equipment Selection and Installation Considerations
Grounding Considerations
380 Hz to 480 Hz System
Day 4 — Surge Protection
Surge Definition
Bonding as a means of Surge Proofing
Surges and Surge Protection
Surge Protection of Electronic Equipment
Day 5 — Special Considerations
Industrial Hazardous Areas
Insulation Monitoring
Ground Fault Protection
Ground System Inspection
Accreditation
Al-Khobraa certified. On completion delegates receive an Al-Khobraa certificate of achievement.
What do Al-Khobraa electrical and power engineering courses cover?
The portfolio covers power generation, transmission and distribution, low- and high-voltage systems, power system protection and relay coordination, switchgear and transformers, motors and drives, SCADA and smart grids, and electrical safety and arc-flash control.
Who should attend an electrical or power engineering course?
These courses suit electrical engineers and technicians, substation and grid operators, protection and control specialists, maintenance supervisors, plant and facilities engineers, and utility or contractor staff working on generation, transmission or distribution assets.
How long are electrical and power engineering courses, and where are they held?
Most Al-Khobraa electrical and power engineering courses run over 5 days. The exact duration, dates and city for this course are listed in the dates section on this page. Public sessions run across Saudi Arabia — Riyadh, Jeddah, Al-Khobar, Jubail and Yanbu — as well as regional and international venues, with live virtual classrooms available on request.
What certificate will I receive?
Delegates who complete the course receive an Al-Khobraa certificate of completion, issued by a Saudi-registered training provider. Al-Khobraa also delivers internationally accredited programmes; where a course carries an external awarding body such as PMI, CIPS, ILM or IOSH, that body is named on the course's own page.
Can electrical and power engineering training be delivered in-house for our team?
Yes. Any Al-Khobraa electrical and power engineering course can be delivered in-house at your own premises anywhere in Saudi Arabia or the GCC, with the content, dates and language of delivery tailored to your team. Al-Khobraa is an approved HRDF (Hadaf) provider, so eligible Saudi employers can seek training support. Contact us for a quotation.