This comprehensive Induction Motor & Transformer Application training course provides practical insights into two essential types of electrical equipment. Participants will learn how to apply, specify, operate, maintain, and design the installation of power transformers, induction motors, and related equipment in various settings, including industrial, commercial, institutional, and electric utility environments.
Key topics covered in this Induction Motor & Transformer Application training course include:
- Understanding magnetic fields and magnetic circuits
- Analyzing transformer nameplate data
- Exploring single-phase and polyphase transformer connections and their applications
- Introduction to induction motors and various starting and control methods
- An overview of motor application procedures and the fundamentals of motor circuit design
Upon completing the Induction Motor & Transformer Application training course, participants will be able to:
- Grasp the fundamental principles behind the design of transformers and induction motors
- Interpret the nameplate information for both transformers and motors
- Analyze transformer connections and choose the appropriate configuration for various applications
- Implement starting and control circuits for induction motors
- Correctly specify an induction motor based on the requirements of a particular application
This Energy Induction Motor & Transformer Application training course will utilize a variety of proven adult learning techniques to ensure maximum understanding, comprehension, and retention of the information presented. These methods include workshops where attendees practice solving problems (bring a scientific calculator), case studies where concepts covered are applied to real-world situations, and simulations and animations to visually illustrate what would otherwise be abstract concepts in a novel and intuitive manner.
This Induction Motor & Transformer Application training course is directed at engineers and technicians who have a working knowledge of three-phase power systems and the basic concepts of magnetic fields. Topics will begin at the fundamentals level and move to more advanced content as the training course progresses. This Induction Motor & Transformer Application training course is designed for utility, plant, or consulting engineers and technicians involved in the selection, specification, application, operation, maintenance, installation, or engineering of the installation of motors or transformers. If you have recently begun a career or assignment in these areas, this Energy training course will be of value to you.
This Induction Motor & Transformer Application training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:
- Engineers and technicians new to the power industry
- Intermediate-level engineers and technicians who specify motors and/or transformers
- Professionals involved with the application of motors and/or transformers
- Facility engineers responsible for motors and/or transformers
Day One: Magnetic Fields and Magnetic Circuits Transformers
- Inductance and magnetic materials
- Ideal transformers
- Transformer circuit model
- Transformer nameplate information
- Impedance
- Losses
Day Two: Transformer Construction and Connections
- Single-phase connections
- Common polyphase connections
- Detailed analysis of delta-wye transformer
- Transformer accessories
- Load tap changers
- Factory and field tests
Day Three: Transformer Applications
- Winding polarity
- Cooling methods and classifications
- Loading above and below nameplate rating
- Paralleling transformers
- Through faults
- Harmonics and K-factor
Day Four: Induction Motors
- Equivalent circuit
- Performance calculations
- Loss analysis
- Motor starting process
- Motor starting methods
- Motor control centers
Day Five: Motor Application
- Selecting a motor
- Motor nameplates
- NEMA and IEC designs
- Motor starting (voltage drop and starting time) calculations
- Ladder logic for motor control
- Motor circuit design
