Underground Distribution Systems
(1 day)
Underground Distribution Types, Equipment, and Construction Methods
This course provides a comprehensive understanding of underground electric power distribution systems, covering the design, installation, operation, and maintenance of these systems. Participants will gain knowledge about the key components, technologies, and safety considerations associated with underground power distribution.
Course Objectives:
To understand the fundamentals of underground electric power distribution.
To explore the components and equipment used in underground power distribution systems.
To learn the design principles and considerations for underground power distribution networks.
To examine the installation techniques and best practices for underground power cables.
To understand the operation and control of underground power distribution systems.
To explore maintenance strategies and troubleshooting techniques for underground power networks.
To gain insights into safety protocols and regulations associated with underground power distribution.
This class benefits:
anyone seeking understanding of the equipment used in underground distribution systems;
those who desire to broaden their knowledge of overhead distribution terms, materials, and construction methods;
anyone in the electric power industry needing an understanding of the tests and maintenance procedures used on overhead distribution equipment.
Subjects
٠Introduction to Underground Electric Power Distribution
٠Overview of electric power distribution
٠Comparison of overhead and underground distribution
٠Advantages and challenges of underground systems
٠Historical development and evolution
Protective devices Week 5-6: Week 7-8: Week 9-10: 11-12: Week 13:
٠Components of Underground Power Systems
٠Distribution transformers and substations
٠Switchgear
٠Protective devices and equipment (fuses, circuit breakers)
٠Voltage regulators and capacitors
٠System Design, Planning, and Considerations
٠Load calculations and flow analysis for underground systems
٠Network configuration and reliability
٠Cable sizing and selection, ampacity calculations
٠Fault analysis and protection coordination
٠Cables and conductors
٠Installation and Construction Techniques
٠Trenching and ducting techniques
٠Cable pulling and jointing
٠Cable testing and commissioning
٠Operation, Monitoring, and Control
٠SCADA systems in underground distribution
٠Remote sensing and monitoring
٠Control strategies for fault detection and isolation
٠Reliability and Resilience
٠Reliability metrics and analysis
٠Redundancy and backup systems
٠Strategies for minimizing downtime
٠Maintenance, Inspection, and troubleshooting
٠Preventive maintenance strategies
٠Condition monitoring, diagnostics tools, and techniques
٠Troubleshooting and corrective maintenance
٠Safety protocols for working in Underground Power Distribution
٠Compliance with industry standards and regulations
٠Personal protective equipment (PPE)
٠Emergency response and incident management
٠Environmental considerations
٠Future Trends and Innovations
٠Emerging technologies in underground power distribution
٠Smart grids and digitalization
٠Sustainable practices in the field