Testing and Commissioning of Instrument Transformers

3 Days | 21 PDHs | Cost: $1,750

Testing and Commissioning of Instrument Transformers provides a general overview of instrument transformer operation, components, nameplate interpretation, and application in addition to the required tests for ensuring the serviceability of substation current transformers and voltage transformers.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

• Field Technicians and Engineers
• Commissioning Engineers and Technicians
• Maintenance and Apparatus Technicians

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

• Explain the theory of operation for instrument transformers.
• Identify current transformer and voltage transformer components.
• Interpret current transformer and voltage transformer nameplate information.
• Explain the application of current transformers and voltage transformers.
• Explain the design and use of high voltage coupling capacitor voltage transformers (CCVTs).
• Identify and perform the various types of tests required on current transformers and voltage transformers.
• Explain necessary safety precautions in field testing of current transformers and voltage transformers

LEARNING EXPERIENCE

• Wiring and Circuit Verification
• Potential Circuit Commissioning
• Current Transformer Stand-alone and Circuit Commissioning

PREREQUISITES

• Basic understanding of system protection theory and application
• Basic understanding of power system theory and operations
• Experience reading and interpreting power system substation electrical drawings

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