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Professional Certificate
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Substation Design
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INTRODUCTION
Depending on the functions performed by a substation,
the configuration and complexity can be quite varied.
The skill of the designer is to anticipate the present and
future needs that the substation will cater to and select
appropriate design configuration. They also need to
be able to calculate the ratings of main equipment
such as busbars, transformers and switchgear to

Why EIT?
ensure trouble free service over a number of decades.
Sufficient thought should be given to the need
for maintaining critical substation equipment and
appropriate redundancies must be planned as well.
This is essential, as consumers fed by the substation INDUSTRY-ORIENTED
could suffer frequent supply outages, which is
EIT programs are specifically designed by an international body
undesirable from a service and financial point of view.
of industry experts, ensuring you gain cutting-edge skills that are
It is also necessary to ensure that the substation will valued by employers around the world.
work satisfactorily under various normal and not-so
normal conditions — such as short circuits — without
any failures. This is done through calculations which EXPERIENCE
are performed to reflect a set of simulated conditions. Our instructors include highly experienced engineers with real-
These calculations are collectively called system world knowledge, NOT just academics.
studies and the type of studies depends upon the
complexity and criticality of the substation and the
loads connected to it. The simulations are carried out FLEXIBILITY
using specialised computer software. Our innovative online delivery model ensures that you have
access to the best instructors and resources 24 hours a day. You
System studies can often bring out problem areas
can participate from anywhere in the world, as long as you have
in the design. Appropriate solutions can involve
equipment for voltage improvement, fault limiters
an Internet connection.
and flicker compensation. Modern industries give
rise to sizeable harmonic components which can DEDICATED SUPPORT
result in premature equipment failures by heating and
You will be supported by a dedicated Learning Support Officer
sometimes by harmonic resonance. Harmonic filters
for the duration of your studies, giving you a greater chance of
and other measures to inhibit resonance will have to
be planned in such cases. These studies permit the success!
designer to include the required corrective equipment
proactively and integrate them with the rest of the GLOBAL REACH
system by providing proper space and switchgear as a
EIT’s current students join from over 140 countries, with expert
part of the substation design.
instructors and tutors based around the globe, providing you with
These complex issues will be dealt in this program a truly international perspective.
using a simple step-by-step approach through real life
examples. At each step, the basic design approach
and calculations will be performed by the students to ENGINEERING SPECIALIST
clearly understand the concepts that are being taught. EIT is one of the only private colleges in the world specializing in
engineering.
Program Structure
r MODULE 1: Role of Substations in an Electrical r MODULE 6: Examples/Case Studies of Substation
Network, Types and Configurations of Equipment Ratings/Ordering Specifications
Substations r MODULE 7: Substation Equipment for Fault Limiting,
r MODULE 2: Examples/Case Studies of Substation PF Compensation
Location and Selection of Configuration r MODULE 8: Substation Equipment for Harmonic
r MODULE 3: System Studies Required for Finalising Control
Equipment Ratings r MODULE 9: Overview of Medium Voltage (MV) Metal
r MODULE 4: Examples/Case Studies of System Studies Enclosed Substation Equipment
Required and System Study Specifications r MODULE 10: Examples/Case Studies of MV Substation
r MODULE 5: Overview of Switchyard Equipment and Equipment Design
their Ordering Specifications r MODULE 11: MV Substation Design and Specifications
r MODULE 12: Examples/Case Studies of MV Substation
Please note: Program content is subject to change. Due to rapidly changing
technology and based on feedback from students and instructors,
Equipment Layout
EIT courses are continuously being updated and improved.

what you will LEARN

INCLUDES FOUR FREE r How to calculate substation capacity based on load
requirements and decide upon a suitable location
REFERENCE MANUALS
r How to Select a suitable configuration of the substation
You will have access to four of and size the main equipment

our technical eBooks, which are r How to plan for appropriate system studies and draw up a
specification for system studies
valued at over US$400.
r How to decide on the layout of an outdoor HV switchyard

1 Inspection, Testing and

Commissioning of Electrical
showing main and auxiliary equipment

r How to choose equipment for fault limiting, VAR

Switchboards, Circuit Breakers, compensation and harmonic control and adjust the
Protective Relays, Cables and switchyard layout to include these systems
PLCs (EK)
r How to plan indoor substations with medium voltage
switchgear and select the required equipment ratings

2 Practical Electrical Substation

Safety (EV)
r How to work out a suitable layout for the MV switchgear
and associated equipment

3 HV Circuit Breaker Operating

Mechanisms – Pneumatic and WANT A COMPLETE UNDERSTANDING OF
Compressor Systems (HP)
SUBSTATION DESIGN?
4 Practical Power Transformers:
Operation, Maintenance and
Why not also complete our Professional Certificate of Competency in
Substation Design (Control, Protection and Facility Planning)?

Testing (TF) This course focuses on the other subsystems that perform essential
functions in substations. These include earthing/grounding, lightning
protection of outdoor equipment and substation buildings, power
These eBooks are NOT required for the system protection, control and interlocking equipment including
course – they are a bonus resource to the auxiliary power sources and various switchyard facilities such
aid in your career. All required reading as foundation, structures, cable routing, lighting, fire protection and
surveillance equipment.
materials will be provided electronically
in the online student portal throughout Enrolling in both of these courses will give students a complete and in
depth understanding of substation design. For more information please
the course.
contact enquiries@eit.edu.au.
Please note: students can purchase the technical NOTE: We strongly recommend that students complete the Certificate of Competency
manuals both in hard copy and electronic format in Substation Design (Main Equipment) before commencing on the Certificate of
at a reduced fee. Competency in Substation Design (Control, Protection and Facility Planning).
 EIT recognizes that many of our potential students have work and/or family commitments which

Why Online? makes pursuing further study very challenging. Our online programs have been specifically
designed to reduce the significant financial, time and travel commitments often required by
traditional on-campus programs.

DELIVERY Practical Exercises Duration and Time Commitment

EIT uses an innovative, online approach You will participate in practical exercises There is a considerable amount of useful
to ensure that you have a supportive, using a combination of remote laboratories practical material to cover in this three-
interactive and practical education and simulation software, to ensure you month course. To ensure you get the
experience. Our delivery model involves receive hands-on experience. The hardware maximum value from the course, we
live, interactive online webinars, remote equipment connected to most of the provide highly interactive tutorial-lecture
laboratories, simulation software and study computers, both industrial and educational, sessions where the instructor covers
assignments with support from a dedicated allows you to perform real implementation the key elements of the course in a web
Learning Support Officer and academic of engineering activities by interfacing the conferencing format. These live webinars
staff. computers, software and simulators to last for approximately 90 minutes, including
real-world hardware. class discussions. Successful students are
In addition we provide a textbook, course
likely to spend between 5-8 hours per week
notes and handouts (all in PDF format), Entry Requirements getting to know the course content. This
which you examine at your convenience.
Although there are no formal entrance includes attending the webinars.
You will then test your knowledge requirements, this course is aimed at
through a sequence of online quizzes and technical professionals with some industry
assignments. experience.
Lectures are conducted using a specialized,
live, interactive software system. You will
receive course materials and assessments group training
through an online student portal which is
available 24 hours a day. All our short courses can be delivered as group courses, which can be shortened,
lengthened, or presented in a classroom. These courses are perfect for in-company/
All you need to participate is an adequate in-house training and can be fully-tailored.
Internet connection, a computer, speakers
and, if possible, a microphone. The software For a summary of cost savings, delivery options and a full list of topics please
package and setup details will be sent to email training@eit.edu.au.
you prior to the program.

benefits of online delivery HOW TO APPLY

r Upgrade your skills and refresh your knowledge To apply, please contact us at eit@eit.edu.au and one of our
without having to take valuable time away from work qualified Course Advisors will be happy to assist and guide you
through the application process.
r Learn from almost anywhere – all you need is an
Internet connection Alternatively you can contact your nearest EIT office by telephone,
please see our website for international EIT Office contact details.
r Interact and network with participants from
around the globe and gain valuable insight into
international practice

r Learn from international industry experts CERTIFICATION

Participants who achieve at least 50% in each assignment and 100%
r Revisit recordings of webinars whenever and as in each quiz, plus attend 65% of the live webinars will receive the EIT
often as you wish Certificate of Competency in Substation Design (Main Equipment).

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The information contained in this publication is accurate and current at the date of publishing. For up-to-date information,
please visit our website: www.eit.edu.au or contact EIT at eit@eit.edu.au. Created July 2018 v05