Course Details

- COURSE OVERVIEW

The quality of Electric Power is an ever-growing concern today for both utility suppliers and consumers. For that, all system components (Generators, Transformers, Transmission Lines, Feeders, Motors, Bus bars, ..) have to be adequately protected to avoid major system disturbances, which may cause system instability or damage to equipment if faults on the system are not cleared within specified fault-clearing times. Protection of the Power System requires an understanding of system faults and their detection, as well as their reliable and safe isolation from the system. This course presents comprehensive and systematic descriptions of the concepts and principles of the application and operation of protection schemes applied to various power system elements. Many utilities need this course which studies the relay characteristics during faults and weak protection points in electrical power systems.


+ SCHEDULE
DATEVENUEFEE
17 - 21 May 2026Muscat, Oman$ 4500

+ WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

This course is appropriate for a wide range of professionals but not limited to:

  • Engineers and Technicians from Electrical Power Utilities Companies
  • Electric Power Engineers, Supervisors, and Foreman involved in the Control, Operation, and Protection of Electric Power Systems

+ TRAINING METHODOLOGY
  • Expert-led sessions with dynamic visual aids
  • Comprehensive course manual to support practical application and reinforcement
  • Interactive discussions addressing participants’ real-world projects and challenges
  • Insightful case studies and proven best practices to enhance learning

+ LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Upon the successful completion of this workshop, participants will be able to:

  • Build foundational knowledge of protection relay systems and their operating principles
  • Understand the principles, types, and applications of distance protection in transmission systems
  • Develop skills in evaluating relay behavior and diagnosing protection issues
  • Dive deeper into line protection strategies using distance protection schemes
  • Examine complex protection schemes with a focus on busbar protection

+ COURSE OUTLINE

DAY 1

Introduction to Protective Relays and Operating Principles

  • Pre-test
  • Overview of Power System Protection
  • Purpose and Role of Protective Relays
  • Classification of Protective Relays
  • Fundamental Relay Operating Principles (Electromechanical, Static, Digital, and Numerical)
  • Relay Characteristics and Settings
  • Introduction to Current Transformers (CTs) and Voltage Transformers (VTs)
  • Quiz

 

 

DAY 2

Distance Relays – Theory and Applications

  • Principle of Impedance Measurement
  • Types of Distance Relays (Impedance, Reactance, Mho)
  • Zone Settings and Reach
  • Distance Relay Characteristics in the R-X Plane
  • Fault Resistance and Load Encroachment
  • Comparison with Overcurrent Protection
  • Case study

 

 

DAY 3

Analyzing Relay Response and Troubleshooting

  • Methods for Analyzing Relay Operation (Event Reports, Oscillography, Sequence of Events)
  • Relay Coordination and Selectivity
  • Common Relay Malfunctions and Misoperations
  • Troubleshooting Techniques for Relays
  • Testing and Commissioning Fundamentals
  • Case study

 

 

DAY 4

Line Protection Using Distance Relays

  • Application of Distance Relays in Transmission Line Protection
  • Zone Coordination for Multi-Terminal Lines
  • Communication-Assisted Schemes (POTT, DCB, Permissive Overreaching)
  • Fault Location Techniques
  • Integration with SCADA and Control Systems
  • Case study

 

 

DAY 5

Bus Protection and Integrated Protection Schemes

  • Busbar Protection Principles and Challenges
  • Differential Protection for Busbars
  • High Impedance vs. Low Impedance Schemes
  • Breaker Failure Protection and Backup Schemes
  • Integration of Protection Schemes in Digital Substations
  • Review of IEC 61850-based integration§Wrap-up Q&A session
  • Post-test

Course Code

EI-280

Start date

2026-05-17

End date

2026-05-21

Duration

5 days

Fees

$ 4500

Category

Electrical and Power Engineering

City

Muscat, Oman

Language

English

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