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5-Day Training Course

Power System Blackouts Preventive Measures

Course Overview

Major blackouts are caused by not investing into your infrastructure, failing to carry out enough planning, lack of contingency planning and not analyzing your power system voltage requirements and operational conditions correctly. With any transmission and distribution system, reliability of the system is fundamental to preventing power outages and to ensure that regional and national assets are protected. The result of not planning and preventing power outages can have dramatic effects such risk to life through essential services such as supplies to Hospitals, Businesses not being able to function correctly, loss of revenue, unacceptable power quality and telecommunication transmission problems. This Power System Blackouts Preventive Measures training course has been designed to ensure that you understand these issues and furthermore, can plan ahead to mitigate the risks to your power infrastructure.

This Energy Training Centre training course will highlight:

  • Power quality and risks with instability
  • In-rush/cold rush effects
  • Voltage control and regulation
  • Blackout/power outage prevention
  • Power system reliability
  • How Blackouts occur
  • Voltage and frequency concerns
  • Load shedding

Course Objectives

By the end of this Power System Blackouts Preventive Measures training course, you will be able to:

  • List methods used to improve power quality
  • Discuss analysis concepts when investigating potential power quality and interruption issues
  • Analyze power quality
  • Risk assess Power outages
  • Understand how power outages can start and cascade
  • Apply procedures to ensure power continuity
  • Consider a variety of planning techniques for Power Blackouts
  • Consider the use of SMART technology

Training Methodology

A variety of adult learning techniques, that have proven successful or popular with adult learning, will be utilized. Every section is covered theoretically, followed by a practical exercise or discussion, where applicable. The focus is on enhancing understanding, comprehension, and the retention of vital information. Every day starts off with reference to the previous day’s work, as well as an opportunity to ask further questions. Exercises are either conducted individually or in groups, depending on how the greatest benefit can be obtained. Delegates are encouraged to think of applications and problems that they have encountered in the own working environment, and to put these forwards for classroom participation, discussion, and debate, in order to provide the delegate with better options and possible improved solutions to work-related problems. Delegates are encouraged to keep an open mind.

Who Should Attend

This Power System Blackouts Preventive Measures training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will especially benefit:

  • Electrical Construction Engineer
  • Designers
  • Maintenance Supervisor Electrical
  • Electrical Power Technician
  • Commissioning Supervisor
  • Electrically Supervisor
  • Managers with power infrastructure responsibility
  • Senior Managers power infrastructure responsibility

Course Curriculum

  • Introduction to Power System Blackouts
  • Blackout concerns
  • Causes of Blackout
  • Instability and transient issues
  • Inrush/Cold inrush concerns
  • Voltage control and stabiiity
  • Inductive loads and reactive power issues
  • Power system analysis
  • Blackout preventative measures
  • Blackout prevention - analysis of standards and compliance
  • VAR Compensation
  • Voltage stability
  • Power restoration
  • Analysis of restoration techniques
  • Power system protection issues – Protection relays
  • Transformer issues – cold load
  • issues with power restoration
  • Different approaches to power system restoration
  • Modern techniques in power restoration
  • System requirements
  • Decisions for restoration after a local power disturbance
  • Training techniques to prepare for Blackouts
  • Evaluating lessons learnt from Blackout simulations, modelling and training
  • Restoration of power policies
  • Planning for power outages in large urban and urban locations
  • Deployment of power Blackout planning
  • Computers, automation and DCS control of power systems
  • Local, specific and generic power system restoration techniques
  • Support tools and interactive controls

Certificates Awarded

Certificate of Completion

After successfully completing this training course, participants will be awarded The Energy Training Centre Certificate of Completion — a respected validation of their dedication to continuous learning and professional excellence. This certificate signifies that participants have gained the essential knowledge and skills required to make a measurable impact in their field.

Upcoming Sessions
Muscat, Oman
Dubai, UAE
Live Virtual Session
Muscat, Oman
Live Virtual Session

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Frequently Asked Questions

Our training courses are conducted at partnered hotels located within the specified training areas. Please note that venue assignments may vary based on availability. For the most current information, do not hesitate to contact us at [email protected].

Yes, we do. We provide tailored training courses designed to meet the specific requirement of larger group of individuals. These customized training courses can be conducted both classroom and online formats, allowing you the flexibility to choose you preferred dates and duration.

Please contact us at [email protected] to discuss your group’s training needs, and we’ll work with you to create a personalized training course that aligns with your objectives.

Upon successful completion of the training course, you will receive The Energy Training Centre Certificate of Completion with corresponding learning hours.

Yes, special discounts are available upon request if you have more than one registrant for a course. For further information please email us at [email protected]

We offer two convenient payment options:

  • Bank Transfer – You can make payment via bank transfer. Once your registration is confirmed, you will receive an invoice with the banking details for the transfer. We would require you to supply a swift copy for us to confirm receipt of funds.
  • Payment Link – Alternatively, we provide a secure payment link that you can use to complete your payment after your registration has been confirmed.

Upon receiving your registration details, either via email at [email protected] or through our online registration form, we will send you the following by email within 24-48 hours of registration.

  • Joining Instructions
  • Invoice/receipt (where appropriate)

There are two convenient options to register for a training course:

  • Online Registration Form – Register for your desired training course by completing the online registration form available on our website. Simple click on the registration button or select your preferred dates and provide the requested information.
  • Email Registration – You can email us your intention to register at [email protected]. Our team will guide you through the registration process and provide assistance you may need.

We understand that time zones may be different between our Senior Consultants and our delegates. Our standard online course timings (11:00 AM to 4:00 PM, GMT+4 – Dubai, UAE) may be adjusted upon confirming the programme. Our team shall communicate between the confirmed registered delegates and suggest a suitable course timing for all.

Our standard course duration for our classroom programmes is 6 hours per day while our online session is 5 hours per day.

Our training courses span across diverse industries, encompassing sectors such as but not limited to:

  • Power & Utilities
  • Oil & Gas
  • Financial Institutions
  • Government and Regulatory bodies
  • Manufacturing & Production Industry

Our commitment lies in continuously refining and expanding our training course offerings to align with evolving industry landscapes. We encourage individuals to explore our website or engage with our dedicated support team for the latest information on available courses, ensuring access to the most pertinent and current educational resources.

Yes, The Energy Training Centre is certified and recognized by several prominent industry standards. Specifically, it holds certifications from ILM, Continuing Professional Development (CPD), and the Project Management Institute (PMI).

  • ILM (ID# 002398B) – This certification indicates that our training programmes meet high standards for leadership and management development, ensuring that they are designed to enhance participants’ skills in these critical areas.
  • Continuing Professional Development (CPD) – Our recognition by CPD reflects our commitment to providing educational opportunities that support ongoing professional growth and skill enhancement. This accreditation ensures that our training courses are relevant and effective for professionals seeking to advance their careers.
  • Project Management Institute (PMI) – Being recognized by PMI signifies that our training programmes align with industry best practices in project management. This certification assures participants that our offerings are in line with the standards required for effective project management and are valuable for those pursuing or maintaining PMI credentials.

These certifications underscore our dedication to providing high-quality, industry-relevant training that fosters professional growth and meets established standards. Additionally, we are actively pursuing further certifications and affiliations to enhance our offerings and ensure we remain at the forefront of industry best practices.

About Energy Training Centre

Energy Training Centre is a leading provider of professional development programs for the energy and public sectors. With over 15 years of experience, we have trained more than 50,000 professionals across the Middle East and beyond.

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