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An Intensive 3-Day Training Course

Workshop on Transformer Safety Operations & Maintenance

Tutor-Led Class @ NGN160,000.00 per Participant
Online @ NGN120,000.00 Per participant
On-Site to make formal request
Venue: Mechelectric Conference Centres, Ikeja, Abuja, PH and Ota
Date and Time: April 7 - 9, 2025; 0900Hr - 1600Hr Daily


Course Overview​
Power supply from the national grid remains the cheapest source of electricity when compared with industrial generation of the energy, provided availability issues have clearly sorted out. Availability of electrical power remains the cornerstone of industrial production and organizational productivity. Hence, electricity generations systems must function optimally all year round with effective maintenance strategies put in place. This WorkmanSkills training workshop will help participants understand best practice methods in the generators maintenance.

Course Benefits
By attending this WorkmanSkills training, delegates will be able to:
  • Describe the various classifications and types of transformer
  • Appreciate the importance of transformer maintenance
  • Analyse the various transformer test results
  • Classify the transformer cooling methods
  • Recognize the merits of transformer designs

Target Audience:
Works, Services & Maintenance Personnel

How will this Training Course be Presented?
This WorkmanSkills training course will utilize a variety of proven learning techniques to ensure maximum understanding, comprehension, and retention of the information presented. 

Course Outlines
Introduction, General Principles and Classification
  • General Classification and Types of Transformer
  • Transformer Winding, Interconnection of Winding and Tertiary Winding
  • Parallel Operation of Transformers and Paralleling Requirements
  • Standards for Transformers, Types and Requirements
  • Transformer Tapping and Connections
  • Ability to Withstand Short Circuit, Impedance Percentage and Sound Level
  • Case Studies and Workshop Discussion
 
Transformer Constructional Details
  • Transformer Oil, Characteristics, Oil Oxidation and  Breakdown Voltage
  • Effect of Oil Expansion, Breathing Action, Buchholz Relay, Explosion Vents
  • Instrument Transformers
  • Transformers for Industrial Applications
  • Internal and External Cooling of Transformers
  • Construction and Details of Transformer Cooling Systems
  • Case Studies and Workshop Discussion
 
Transformer Features and Thermal Performance
  • Thermal Performance and Cyclic Rating of Transformers
  • Transformer Electromagnetic Forces Radial and Axial
  • Transformer Winding and Core Construction
  • Transformer Tanks, Radiators and  Tank Losses
  • Sound and Noise Levels in Transformers
  • Gas Insulated Transformers
  • Case Studies and Workshop Discussion
 
Transformer Operation and Maintenance
  • Distribution Voltage Adjustment, Off-load and On-load Tap Changing
  • Earth Fault and Over-current Protection of Distribution Transformers
  • Transformer Components Maintenance
  • Condition based Maintenance for Transformers
  • Guidelines on How to Care for your Distribution Transformer
  • Remote Monitoring of Transformers
  • Case Studies and Workshop Discussion
 
Transformer Testing and Troubleshooting
  • Troubleshooting Transformer Faults
  • Site Acceptance Tests
  • Transformer Routine Tests
  • Measurement of Winding Resistance and Voltage Ratio
  • Insulation Resistance Tests
  • Manufacturer and Transformer Type Tests
  • Partial Discharge Tests and Accuracy of Test Reports
  • Wrap-up Session, Questions and Answers
 
Cooling transformers
  • Heat dissipation and load
  • Environment & cooling of transformers
  • Cooling fluids
  • Types of cooling system & notation
  • Rated power and cooling system

​The Certificate
WorkmanSkills Certificate of Completion will be provided to delegates who attend and complete the course

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