Electrical Switchgear: Inspection, Maintenance & Troubleshooting
A technical course on LV, MV and HV switchgear and circuit breakers. Participants learn components and distribution configurations, breaker types, maintenance and testing to IEC 62271, protective relays, fault-current calculations and safe working practices.
At a glance
- 5 days
Who it's for
- Engineers, supervisors and technicians operating and maintaining HV/MV/LV switchgear
Learning objectives
- Select and rate switchgear and circuit breakers
- Calculate fault currents
- Plan maintenance, testing and failure analysis
- Apply safe working practices
Detailed content
- Electrical safety rules
- Substation types; transformers, isolators, switches, breakers, relays, instrumentation
- Configuration
- Radial, loop, network, primary selective
- Standard device function numbers (IEEE C37.2)
- Principles and location
- LV metal-clad switchgear; MCCs
- LV breakers: classification, ratings, releases, tests
- Contactors and motor starters
- Air, air-blast, oil, minimum-oil, SF6, vacuum
- Capacitive and inductive load switching
- Arc phenomena & interruption
- GIS, modern vacuum and SF6 switchgear
- Maintenance frequencies, inspection & testing, records
- Type, routine, installation, maintenance and factory tests
- Protective relays; breaker-failure protection
- Surge protection; making/breaking capacity
- Short-circuit calculations
Day-by-day agenda
A typical schedule. In-company versions are tailored to your processes, data and timing.
- Module 1 – Electricity Components Overview
- Module 2 – Distribution System
- Module 3 – Electrical Switchgear
- Module 4 – Circuit Breaker Types
- Module 5 – Maintenance
- Module 6 – Testing (IEC 62271)
- Module 7 – Ratings & Protection
- Case study, action plans and course assessment
Practice, tools and assessment
Hands-on practice
- Calculate OEE and the six big losses from a real machine log
- Failure analysis of a recent breakdown (5-Why, fishbone, FMEA)
- Build a preventive / autonomous maintenance plan for one asset
- Case studies from Egyptian and Gulf organizations
Tools and templates you keep
- OEE calculator (Excel)
- PM schedule and CIL (clean–inspect–lubricate) sheet
- Breakdown analysis report template
- Course workbook and slide handouts
How learning is assessed
- Pre- and post-course knowledge check
- Assessment of practical exercises by the trainer
- Action plan reviewed at the end of the course
Built on these standards and bodies of knowledge
- JIPM TPM pillars
- SMRP Body of Knowledge
- ISO 55000 (asset management)
How it is delivered
- Public courses in Cairo, in-company programs and live online training
- Practical exercises, case studies and examples from your sector
- Can also run as Train & Stay in Sharm El Sheikh, Hurghada or Cairo
Part of these career paths
- Maintenance, Engineering & Reliability · Foundation
Frequently asked questions
How long is Electrical Switchgear: Inspection, Maintenance & Troubleshooting?
The program runs 5 days. In-company versions can be adapted to your needs.
Is the course taught in Arabic or English?
Sessions are usually delivered in Arabic with English technical terms and materials. Full English delivery is available for in-company groups.
Can you run it inside our company?
Yes. In-company programs use exercises built on your own processes. Tell us the group size and preferred timing and we will send a proposal.
Will I receive a certificate?
Participants who complete the program and its assessment receive a certificate from The Excellence Center, which can be verified online.
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