Power Cables: Construction, Types, Sizing, and Testing
Voltage drop calculation, cable sizing calculation, short circuit rating, IR & Hipot Test, cables installation
Power Cables: Construction, Types, Sizing, and Testing udemy course
Voltage drop calculation, cable sizing calculation, short circuit rating, IR & Hipot Test, cables installation
“Power Cables: Construction, Types, Sizing, and Testing”, it is a comprehensive course provides an in-depth understanding of power cables, covering everything from their basic construction to advanced testing and sizing methodologies. Power cables are a critical component of electrical infrastructure, and their proper selection, installation, and maintenance are essential for safe and efficient power distribution.
Throughout this course, participants will gain expertise in the various types of power cables, their components, nomenclature, and applications. The course will cover the factors affecting cable selection, sizing calculations, voltage drop considerations, and short circuit analysis. Additionally, it will explore essential testing techniques such as Insulation Resistance (IR) testing and High-Potential (HiPot) testing to ensure reliability and safety.
By the end of the course, participants will have the knowledge and skills required to confidently work with power cables in industrial, commercial, and residential electrical systems.
Learning Objectives:
By completing this course, participants will be able to:
· Understand the fundamental concepts of power cables and their importance in electrical systems.
· Identify different types of power cables based on voltage levels, insulation materials, construction, and applications.
· Analyze the advantages and disadvantages of various cable types.
· Explain the function of each part of a power cable, including the conductor, insulation, sheath, bedding, Armor, and serving.
· Interpret cable nomenclature and standard designations.
· Perform insulation resistance (IR) testing, understand test connections, procedures, and necessary precautions.
· Conduct high-potential (HiPot) DC testing of cables and understand its significance in insulation verification.
· Evaluate key parameters for cable selection, considering factors such as current-carrying capacity, environmental conditions, and mechanical stress.
· Perform cable sizing calculations based on load, conductor material, length, voltage rating, and the number of runs for both single-phase and three-phase cables.
· Calculate voltage drop and understand its effects on electrical systems.
· Identify factors affecting voltage drop and implement strategies to minimize it.
· Conduct a short circuit study to ensure cables can withstand fault conditions safely.
