An intensive professional development training course on
LV and HV Circuit Breakers
Why Choose LV and HV Circuit Breakers Training Course?
Circuit breakers are the most integral and important equipment in all electrical installation. The circuit breakers protect the assets and operators of an electrical installation.
This LV and HV Circuit Breakers training course will present a comprehensive capsule of all the knowledge essential for the low voltage and high voltage types of circuit breaker. The training course focuses mainly on the construction, operation, methods of arc quenching, maintenance and testing of the various types of circuit breakers. The circuit breakers are classified and named according to the methods of arc extinction. This LV and HV Circuit Breakers training course will discuss the various aspects of the oil, air, gas and vacuum circuit breakers. The efficient maintenance strategies upon the type of circuit breakers ensures its reliability and protection by conditioned base maintenance in compliance with IEC Standards.
This LV and HV Circuit Breakers training course will feature:
- Understanding the types of circuit breakers
- Operation of the components of the circuit breakers
- Types of arc quenching methods in circuit breakers
- Testing of circuit breakers
- Maintenance of circuit breakers
What are the Goals?
By the end of this training course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the role and importance of circuit breakers
- Determine the components and operations of circuit breakers
- Explain the different types of maintenance and testing for circuit breakers
- Care and monitoring of SF6 circuit breakers
- Comprehend the importance of the efficient operation of circuit breakers
The Course Content
- Distinction between load and fault current
- Sources of short-circuit current
- Introduction to fault calculations
- Balanced and unbalanced faults
- Measurement - voltage and current transformers
- Types of protection systems
- The role and importance of the circuit breaker in power systems
- Air-Break
- Vacuum
- Gas
- Substation layouts
- Principles of arc extinction
- General construction principles
- Performance characteristics
- Arc chute functions
- History – The early years
- The vacuum arc – An overview
- Current interruption in vacuum
- Methods of keeping the arc diffuse
- Current chopping – general implications
- Vacuum interrupters in series
- Design of vacuum switchgear
- Maintenance and testing requirements
- Properties of SF6
- Principles of arc extinction
- Features of construction
- Insulation principles
- Gas leak problems
- Specific supervision requirements
- Circuit power factor considerations
- Maintenance and testing requirements
- Circuit breaker failure and the effects on power system operation
- Testing instruments for circuit breakers
- Circuit breaker inspection and routine tests
- Maintenance strategies
- Importance of circuit breaker maintenance
- Remote monitoring of circuit breakers
- Case studies
- Wrap up session with Q&A
Certificate and Accreditation
- AZTech Certificate of Completion for delegates who attend and complete the course
How Aztech Saudi Can Enhance Your Professional Career
At Aztech Saudi, we believe that professional development is the foundation of long-term career success. This training course is expertly designed to equip individuals with practical skills, forward-thinking strategies, and the confidence to navigate today’s dynamic work environments. Each course is delivered by subject matter specialists with extensive industry experience, ensuring that every learning experience is relevant, impactful, and aligned with real-world challenges. Whether you're looking to strengthen your technical expertise, enhance leadership abilities, or stay ahead of industry trends, Aztech Saudi provides the tools you need to elevate your performance and deliver measurable value to your organization.
Our training is more than just knowledge transfer—it’s a catalyst for career transformation. By participating in our courses, professionals gain a competitive advantage in their fields, improve their decision-making capabilities, and position themselves for new opportunities and leadership roles. We take pride in supporting individuals across various sectors and career stages, helping them unlock their full potential through high-quality, globally benchmarked learning experiences. With Aztech Saudi as your development partner, you’re not only investing in education—you're investing in a stronger, more successful future.
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