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Course Overview

This course provides technical information about the design, construction, maintenance and the significance of various site tests that are carried out on high voltage transformers. It also covers practical methods of transformer testing including routine tests for post-fault and preventive maintenance.

  • Introduction
  • Transformer design and construction
  • Operating Transformers in Parallel
  • Safety During Testing of Transformers
  • Site Testing of Transformers
  • Transformer oil testing
  • AC Testing of Transformers
  • DC Testing of Transformers
  • Transformer Protection
  • Temperature devices
  • Buchholz protection unit
  • Vector group tests
  • Routine maintenance

Entry Requirements / Suitability

Electrical Engineers/Technicians responsible for the installation, site commissioning, operation and maintenance of electrical power transformers.

This training programme requires a good foundation of electrical knowledge, candidates should also have a good level of both spoken and written English.

 

Certification

Upon successful completion of the course, you will receive a PASS Certificate of Competency in Transformer Construction, Testing & Maintenance.

For candidates who decide not to undertake the assessments or are unsuccessful when taking the assessments, you will receive a certificate of attendance instead.

Assessment

You will be expected to complete a written examination as well as take part in a practical examination during this course.

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About the PASS High Voltage Training Centre

To train to safely work with high voltage equipment, you need a realistic simulation of the actual conditions you’ll face when working. The PASS high voltage training centre has been designed to give you this experience, with authentic switchgear, transformers and other HV equipment for you to work with during your programme.

Our programmes are led by our experienced HV training professionals, each of whom has worked for several decades in the HV industry. When you’re not out performing practical tasks in the HV centre, you’ll be in our classrooms learning the important theory behind your programme, or relaxing in our canteen for your provided lunch.

The PASS HV training centre is in Stockton-On-Tees, which is situated in North East England. It’s within easy access from all major motorways such as the A1 and A19 and is excellent for anyone travelling from Sunderland, Durham, Newcastle and the surrounding area. If you are travelling from further away or overseas, we can help you with finding a place to stay during the programme and ensure you have everything you’ll need during your stay.

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What’s Included

Lunch, tea, and coffee are provided throughout the course to ensure a comfortable learning environment.

FAQ

Where is the Course?

This course takes place in Stockton-on-Tees in North East England at our high voltage training centre.

The address is as follows:

PASS – Stockton Centre
1 Alberto Street
Stockton-On-Tees
TS18 2BQ

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