The Advanced Power System Protection and Operational Reliability Training Course by Oxford Training Centre is a technical, hands-on programme focused on ensuring the stability and safety of electrical networks. It equips professionals with the skills to identify faults, configure protective systems, and improve system recovery after disturbances.
Through practical modules and case-based learning, participants explore advanced methods in fault detection in power systems, relay coordination, and substation performance. Emphasis is placed on designing protection schemes that maintain continuity in both industrial and utility settings.
This is a specialised power systems and maintenance training course, ideal for those working with complex electrical infrastructures. Topics include SCADA integration, circuit breaker operations, and real-time reliability monitoring.
The course supports engineers and technical specialists in achieving long-term operational reliability in electrical systems by applying proven protection and control techniques.
Objectives
- Apply protection principles to modern power generation, transmission, and distribution systems
- Perform detailed fault analysis and identify root causes across electrical networks
- Configure and test protective relays and circuit breakers based on system conditions
- Integrate SCADA and power system automation to enhance control and reliability
- Design effective protection schemes aligned with grid reliability and protection engineering
Target Audience
This course is intended for:
- Electrical engineers and protection engineers in utility or industrial environments
- Maintenance engineers responsible for high-voltage or medium-voltage systems
- SCADA and automation professionals in energy operations
- Power system planners and grid reliability coordinators
- Senior technicians and project engineers in power systems and maintenance training courses
How Will Attendees Benefit?
- Master advanced techniques in electrical system protection and fault response
- Gain practical knowledge in substation protection and reliability strategies
- Strengthen operational readiness using predictive tools and relay coordination
- Improve decision-making through real-time monitoring and system diagnostics
- Return with proven tools to enhance power system reliability and prevent outages
Course Content
Module 1: Power System Protection Fundamentals
- Types of faults and protection philosophies
- Key components in protection architecture
- Overview of protection and control systems training
Module 2: Fault Detection and Analysis
- Symmetrical and unsymmetrical fault types
- Time–current curves and trip coordination
- Tools for power fault analysis and response
Module 3: Relay and Breaker Protection Systems
- Principles of protective relays and circuit breakers
- Relay setting calculations and coordination
- Case studies in relay protection systems training
Module 4: SCADA Integration and Automation
- Role of SCADA and power system automation
- Data communication protocols and real-time control
- Remote monitoring for operational continuity
Module 5: Substation and Grid Reliability
- Substation protection zones and device coordination
- Strategies for substation protection and reliability
- Approaches in grid reliability and protection engineering
Module 6: Operational Reliability and Maintenance
- Reliability indices and performance monitoring
- Predictive maintenance and condition assessment
- Best practices in electrical infrastructure reliability training