Course Details

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

• Metering Technicians and Specialists
• Substation and Field Engineers
• Revenue Protection Personnel
• Utility Planning and Operations Staff
• Electrical Maintenance Engineers

• 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

By the end of this course, participants should be able to:

• Explain the fundamental principles of electro-mechanical and electronic metering.
• Correctly interpret various meter connection diagrams and circuits.
• Apply standards and procedures for meter accuracy testing and calibration.
• Troubleshoot common metering errors and communication failures.
• Understand billing determinants and complex tariff structures.
• Implement best practices for meter data security and integrity..

DAY 1

Metering Fundamentals and Theory

• Welcome and Introduction
• Pre-test
• Principles of Energy Measurement (kWh, kVARh)
• Differentiation between Electro-mechanical and Electronic Meters
• Understanding Meter Accuracy Classes and Standards
• The Role of Instrument Transformers (CTs and VTs)
• Calculating Meter Multipliers and Constants

DAY 2

Metering Connections and Wiring

•  Interpreting Single-Phase and Three-Phase Wiring Diagrams
• Understanding 2-Element, 3-Element, and 4-Wire Connections
• Correct Polarity and Phase Angle Relationships in CT/VT Circuits
• Identifying and Correcting Common Metering Errors and Misconnections
• Safe Isolation and Disconnection Procedures for Meters
• Connection Diagrams for Bi-directional (Net) Metering

DAY 3

Meter Testing and Calibration

• Importance and Techniques of Meter Accuracy Testing
• Using Primary and Secondary Injection Test Equipment
• Performing Site Acceptance and Periodic Verification Tests
• Calibration Procedures for Electronic Meters
• Testing and Maintenance of Instrument Transformers
• Documenting Test Results and Certification Requirements

DAY 4

Advanced Metering Applications

• Smart Meter Technology and Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI)
• Understanding Meter Communication Protocols (e.g., DLMS/COSEM)
• Measuring Demand and Power Quality Parameters
• Time-of-Use (TOU) and Real-Time Pricing Applications
• Revenue Protection and Tamper Detection Techniques
• Managing Meter Data Acquisition and Storage

DAY 5

Maintenance and Regulatory Compliance

• Developing Meter Maintenance and Replacement Schedules
• §Failure Analysis and Troubleshooting of Electronic Meters
• Cybersecurity and Data Integrity in Smart Metering Systems
• Overview of National and International Metering Regulations
• Best Practices for Meter Shop Operations
• Post-test
• Certificate ceremony