Basics of Electrical Protection System
Power system protection and switchgear plays a crucial role in establishing reliable electrical power systems. Improperly designed protection systems can lead to major power failures. Due to the increasing dependency of electricity, such power failures can have a serious impact on society and the economy. Application knowledge of power system-protection is key when it comes to optimizing the reliability level of electrical infrastructure.
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- Level Foundation
- Duration 13 hours
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Power system protection and switchgear plays a crucial role in establishing reliable electrical power systems. Improperly designed protection systems can lead to major power failures. Due to the increasing dependency of electricity, such power failures can have a serious impact on society and the economy. Application knowledge of power system-protection is key when it comes to optimizing the reliability level of electrical infrastructure. With the advances in protection and communication technology in recent decades plus the strong increase of renewable energy sources, the design and operation of power system protection systems has become ever more challenging. The course provides an up-to-date presentation of the role of protective relays in protecting the power system equipment. It provides a theoretical summary along with examples of real-life engineering applications to a variety of technical problems, thereby bridging the gap between the theoretical advances, experimental validations, and practical engineering. This course gives the learners insights about: 1. Electrical Protection Schemes 2. Numerical Relay and Algorithm 3. Optical Instrument TransformersModules
Welcome to the Specialization
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- About the Institution
- About the Specialization
Welcome to the Course
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- About the course
Introduction to Protective Relays
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15
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- Overview of Power System
- Need for Power System Protection
- Types of Electrical Faults
- Electrical Fault Analysis
- Protective Relay
- Evolution of Protective Relays
- Types of Protection
- Equipment Protection
- System Protection
- Zones of Protection, Primary and Back-Up Protection
- Desirable Features of Protective Relaying Systems
- Components of Protection System & Classification of Protective Schemes
- Protective Device Numbering and Relay Terminology
- A Walk Through video of Substation-Part 1
- A Walk Through video of Substation-Part 2
Assessment on Introduction to Protective Relays
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- Assessment on Introduction to Protective Relays
Instrumentation Transformers
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19
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- Basics of Current Transformers (CT)
- Equivalent Circuit and Modelling of Current Transformers
- Current Transformer Saturation and DC Offset Current , Knee Point
- ANSI/IEEE Classification of Current Transformer
- Optical Current Transformer
- Current Transformer Connection &Testing
- Principles of Electromagnetic Voltage Transformers
- Principle of Operation of Capacitive Voltage Transformer
- ANSI/IEEE Classification of Voltage Transformer
- Three-Phase Connections of Voltage Transformers
- Optical Voltage Transformer
- Voltage Transformer Testing
- Demonstration of CT Insulation Resistance Testing - Part 1
- Demonstration of CT Insulation Resistance Testing - Part 2
- Demonstration of CT Ratio Testing
- Demonstration of Excitation Test for a CT
- Demonstration of Potential Transformer (PT) Insulation Resistance Testing
- Demonstration of PT D67 Winding Resistance Testing
- Demonstration of PT Ratio Testing
Assessment on Instrumentation Transformers
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1
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- Assessment on Instrumentation Transformers
Overcurrent Protection Relays
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15
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15
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- Introduction to Overcurrent Protection
- Fuses and Miniature Circuit Breaker for protection
- Fundamental Principles of Overcurrent Relays
- Relays used in Overcurrent Protection
- Overcurrent Relay settings Principles Part 1
- Overcurrent Relay settings Principles Part 2
- Principles of Time/Current Grading
- Example of Overcurrent Relay Co-Ordination
- Directional Overcurrent Protection
- Earth Fault Protection
- Over Current Protection - Earth Fault Relay Connections and Settings
- Demonstration set up of Overcurrent Protection Relay
- Demonstration of Universal 3-Phase Secondary Injection Test Kit
- Demonstration of Overcurrent Protection - Part 1
- Demonstration of Overcurrent Protection - Part 2
Assessment on Overcurrent Protection Relays
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1
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- Assessment on Overcurrent Protection Relays
Differential relays and system grounding protective relaying
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14
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14
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- Introduction to Differential relays
- Current based Differential Relay
- Merz Price Differential Relay
- Voltage based Differential Relay
- Applications of Differential Relay
- ANSI/IEEE Device Numbers and Electric Diagrams of Differential Relays
- Pilot Wire Differential Relays Device 87L
- Ungrounded Systems
- Resistance Grounding
- Reactance Grounding
- Sensitive Ground Relaying
- Ground Fault Protection
- Demonstration of Differential Protection -Part1
- Demonstration of Differential Protection -Part2
Assessment on Differential relays and system grounding protective relaying
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- Assessment on Differential relays and system grounding protective relaying
Motor protection
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14
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- Introduction to AC Motors
- Motor Protection Requirements
- Start / Stall Protection of AC Motors
- Short Circuit & Thermal Overload Protection of AC Motors
- Earth Fault Protection of AC Motors
- Negative Phase Sequence Protection of AC Motors
- Single Phasing of AC Motors
- Phase Reversal Protection of AC Motors
- Under Voltage Protection of AC Motors
- Comprehensive Motor Protection
- Out of Step Protection of Synchronous Motors
- Loss of Excitation Protection of Synchronous Motors
- Demonstration of DOL Starters for Induction Motor-Part 1
- Demonstration of DOL Starters for Induction Motor-Part 2
Assessment on Motor protection
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- Assessment on Motor protection
Auto Summary
Unlock the essentials of power system reliability with the "Basics of Electrical Protection System" course, designed for Science & Engineering enthusiasts. This foundational course dives deep into the critical role of power system protection and switchgear in maintaining stable electrical power systems. With society's increasing reliance on electricity, understanding how to design effective protection systems is more important than ever to prevent major power failures that could disrupt daily life and economic activities. Led by experts from Coursera, this course offers a comprehensive overview of modern protective relays and their application in safeguarding power system equipment. Learners will explore key topics, including Electrical Protection Schemes, Numerical Relay and Algorithm, and Optical Instrument Transformers. The course blends theoretical insights with practical, real-world engineering examples, making complex concepts accessible and actionable. Spanning 780 minutes, this engaging course is perfect for those at the foundation level, providing the necessary knowledge to optimize the reliability of electrical infrastructures. Begin your journey with a Starter subscription and gain the skills needed to navigate the evolving challenges in power system protection, enhanced by recent technological advancements and the rise of renewable energy sources. Ideal for budding engineers and professionals aiming to bridge the gap between theory and practical application in the field of electrical protection systems.
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