Electrical Power Equipment

Module 1: Introduction

⏳ 3 minutes 38 seconds

• Topics: Course overview and network architecture fundamentals

• Hands-on: Navigate the course interface and preview network components

Module 2: Conductors & Insulators

⏳ 18 minutes 12 seconds

• Topics: Material properties, dielectric strength, mechanical considerations

• Hands-on: Calculate conductor sizing and insulator clearances

Module 3: Circuit Breakers

⏳ 16 minutes 55 seconds

• Topics: Overcurrent protection, breaker types, fault discrimination

• Hands-on: Compare breaker characteristics for different voltage classes

Module 4: Grounding

⏳ 16 minutes 17 seconds

• Topics: Grounding systems, touch vs. step potential, earthing electrodes

• Hands-on: Design a grounding grid for a simple substation layout

Module 5: Network Design

⏳ 15 minutes (approx.)

• Topics: System configuration, radial vs. meshed networks, reliability metrics

• Hands-on: Sketch a basic radial distribution network for a small facility

Module 6: Low-Voltage Systems

⏳ 15 minutes (approx.)

• Topics: House wiring standards, panel boards, protective devices

• Hands-on: Lay out a low-voltage distribution panel for a residential load

Module 7: Electrical Cables

⏳ 17 minutes (approx.)

• Topics: Cable construction, insulation types, ampacity calculations

• Hands-on: Select cable ratings for a specified current and installation method

Module 8: Overhead Lines

⏳ 18 minutes (approx.)

• Topics: Conductor sag, clearance requirements, mechanical loading

• Hands-on: Determine minimum clearance distances for a medium-voltage line

Module 9: Transformers

⏳ 18 minutes (approx.)

• Topics: Turns-ratio, losses, cooling methods, impedance calculations

• Hands-on: Compute secondary voltages given primary ratings and turns-ratio

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