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Safe Operations & Maintenance of Circuit Breakers & Switchgears

Importance of Efficient Operations of the Various Types of Circuit Breakers and Switchgears Incorporating Modern Testing Instruments

Why Choose Safe Operations & Maintenance of Circuit Breakers & Switchgears Training Course?

This highly informative Safe Operations & Maintenance of Circuit Breakers & Switchgears training course emphasises on the new technologies of medium and high voltage circuit breakers. One of the salient innovations is the elimination of sulphur hexafluoride gas to the new green gas for grid, in line with the world’s effort to reduce the carbon footprint. It will also provide delegates a solid understanding on the safe use of circuit breakers, switchgears and associated equipment that requires correct initial selection, operation and maintenance. New vacuum circuit breaker technologies will be discussed to enhance the safety and secured operation of the electrical installation.

On completion, delegates will be equipped or will have enhanced skills to ensure that circuit breakers and switchgear are installed, operated safely and maintained in a fashion that ensures safe and stable and continuous operation. In this Safe Operations & Maintenance of Circuit Breakers & Switchgears training course, delegates will be exposed to recognize faults and ensure the underlying causes are identified to reduce possible further failures. State of the art testing instruments are discussed focusing on circuit breakers and motors.

This Safe Operations & Maintenance of Circuit Breakers & Switchgears training course will feature:

  • Understanding the types and functions of circuit breakers
  • Operation principle of medium and high voltage circuit breakers
  • Identification of testing equipment and instruments
  • Interpretation of single line drawings
  • Troubleshooting and maintenance of switchgears

What are the Goals?

By the end of This Safe Operations & Maintenance of Circuit Breakers & Switchgears training course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand the various types and operations of circuit breakers
  • Determine the components and operations switchgears
  • Explain the different types of testing instruments
  • Analyse the common faults in an electrical installation
  • Inculcate greater confidence, working safely on circuit breakers and switchgears

The Course Content

  • Typical substation arrangements with circuit breaker arrangements
  • Low and medium voltage motors operations and characteristics
  • Motor starting methods and motor control centres
  • Nameplate ratings and interpretation
  • Motor and generator fault contributions
  • Low, medium and high voltage equipment in an electrical installation
  • CT's and VT's operation, construction and classifications
  • Basic protection requirements and LSIG
  • Molded Case circuit breakers
  • Air and load break switches, reclosers operation and construction
  • Vacuum contactors applications
  • Vacuum circuit breakers operations and characteristics
  • Conventional Sulphur hexafluoride (SF6) gas circuit breaker construction and operation
  • New green grid gas for electrical switchgears
  • SF6 gas leak detection methods
  • Dew point and purity tests
  • IAC and partition classes
  • Vacuum interrupter and SF6 circuit breakers
  • Digital voltmeter (DVM), oscilloscope, insulation tester applications
  • State of the art circuit breaker tester
  • Motor diagnostics instrument
  • Circuit breaker routine tests
  • NEC check lists to ensure the correct installation
  • Troubleshooting methodology for electrical equipment
  • Common electrical installation faults
  • Harmonics and its effects
  • Phase imbalance and phase sequence effects
  • Procedures for fault finding
  • Discussion on common faults and incidents
  • Wrap up session

Certificate and Accreditation

  • AZTech Certificate of Completion for delegates who attend and complete the training 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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