Surge Protection Devices (SPDs) Course: Design, Specification and Installation For True Engineers

Learn how Surge Protective Devices (SPDs) work, how to make the right SPD selection and how to design the whole surge protective system. In-depth knowledge and practical insights on safeguarding electrical systems from transient overvoltages. The course consists of 18 lectures and 3 hours 8 min. total duration.

Course Description

Our extensive course on Surge Protective Devices (SPDs) gives detailed understanding and practical guidance on the process of choosing, installing, and using Surge Protection Devices (SPDs). This course provides participants with the knowledge and skills needed to protect electrical systems from sudden increases in voltage by teaching the basics of surge protection and the science underlying Surge Protective Devices (SPDs).

The course consists of 18 lectures and 3 hours 8 min. total duration.

Section 1 covers the basics of surge protection, including the construction and operation of surge protective devices (SPDs), the significance of Metal Oxide Varistors (MOVs), indicator cartridges, and the scientific principles underlying lightning occurrences.

Section 2 is dedicated to examining the many types of SPDs, their technologies, and requirements, in order to provide a thorough comprehension of the available choices.

Section 3 explores the essential elements of choosing and setting up SPDs, including the selection of operating voltage, voltage protection level, current ratings, coordination, overcurrent protection, and the practical considerations for wiring and conductor cross-sectional area in SPD installations.

This course is appropriate for electrical power engineers, electrical engineering students, and professionals engaged in the design, installation, and upkeep of electrical systems. This resource offers crucial information for protecting electrical installations, avoiding equipment damage, and guaranteeing the uninterrupted functioning of electrical systems.

Upon completion of this course, participants will possess extensive knowledge of the fundamental principles, advanced technologies, and optimal methodologies for the meticulous selection, installation, and upkeep of surge protective devices.

This will guarantee the utmost safety and dependability of electrical systems, while adhering to industry norms and regulations.

Course Content

  1. Fundamentals of Surge Protection
  2. Surge Protection Device Specification
  3. Selection and Installation of SPDs

Who Is This Course For

  • Electrical Graduates and Freshers
  • Electricians
  • Electrical Designers and Operators
  • Site Engineers & Technicians

Requirements

  • Passion to learning
  • Basic technical knowledge

Downloadable course materials

After purchasing the course, students can download the course-related documents:

  1. Surge Protective Devices - Course Slides (PDF)
  2. Guide to Surge Protection Devices (PDF)
  3. Surge Protection of Equipment Connected to AC Power and Communication Circuits (PDF)
  4. Selection, application and theory of surge protection devices (PDF)

About Instructor

Ahmed Mahdy

I am an electrical power engineer, and I am also an electrical instructor at more than 30 platforms, teaching electrical engineering to more than 60,000 students from more than 170 countries. I also work in the electrical research field on topics related to power system stability, renewable energy systems, electric vehicles, and control systems.

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Course Includes

  • 4 Lessons
  • 18 Topics
  • Course Certificate
  • Lifetime Access