Course Description
Partial Discharge Measurement and Analysis Training Course provides essential knowledge for evaluating insulation health and ensuring the long-term reliability of power transformers. Partial discharge (PD) is a critical early indicator of insulation deterioration, and if left unaddressed, it can lead to major failures, costly repairs, and unplanned outages.
This Partial Discharge (PD) Measurement and Analysis on Power Transformers Training Course focuses on advanced diagnostic techniques used to detect, measure, and analyze PD activity. Participants will gain a clear understanding of different PD types, their causes, and their impact on transformer performance.
The training course also emphasizes practical application, including the use of modern diagnostic tools, data interpretation, and mitigation strategies. Through real-world case studies and hands-on sessions, participants will develop the expertise required to improve transformer reliability, enhance maintenance planning, and reduce operational risks.
What you will achieve
Partial Discharge Measurement and Analysis Course objectives focus on building technical expertise in PD diagnostics and transformer reliability assessment. Participants will gain the ability to interpret data and apply effective maintenance strategies.
By the end of this training course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the fundamentals of partial discharge and its impact on transformer insulation
- Use advanced tools and techniques for PD measurement and monitoring
- Interpret PD data and identify patterns for accurate diagnostics
- Perform root cause analysis of insulation issues
- Apply mitigation strategies to reduce PD activity and prevent failures
- Integrate PD monitoring into maintenance and reliability programs
How the course is delivered
Partial Discharge Measurement and Analysis Course uses a practical and interactive learning approach to ensure participants gain hands-on experience in PD diagnostics. The training course combines theoretical knowledge with real-world applications.
Participants will engage in instructor-led sessions covering PD fundamentals, measurement techniques, and diagnostic methods. Group discussions and case studies help illustrate real transformer issues and effective solutions.
Hands-on exercises provide experience in using diagnostic equipment, interpreting PD data, and identifying insulation defects. Participants will also explore mitigation techniques and maintenance strategies for improving transformer reliability. This approach ensures practical skills for detecting early faults, reducing risks, and enhancing equipment performance.
Designed for
Partial Discharge Measurement and Analysis Training Course is designed for professionals involved in transformer maintenance, diagnostics, and asset reliability. It supports individuals responsible for ensuring safe and efficient operation of electrical equipment.
This training course will benefit:
- Electrical engineers and technicians working with power transformers
- Maintenance and reliability personnel in utilities and industries
- Transformer manufacturers and service providers
- Asset managers responsible for power system performance
Daily programme
- Overview of PD and its importance in transformers
- Types of PD: internal, surface, corona, and floating discharges
- Causes and effects of PD on transformer insulation
- Standards and guidelines for PD monitoring (IEC 60270, IEEE)
- Introduction to PD diagnostic equipment
- Acoustic, electrical, and optical PD detection methods
- Offline vs. online PD measurement: benefits and limitations
- Setting up and calibrating PD monitoring systems
- Interpreting PD data and understanding patterns
- Locating PD sources using time-domain reflectometry
- Diagnosing insulation health through advanced analytics
- Real-life examples of PD in power transformers
- Techniques to reduce PD activity in transformers
- Insulation repair and reinforcement methods
- Integrating PD monitoring into preventive maintenance programs
- Designing long-term reliability plans for transformers
- Conducting PD measurements on test equipment
- Analyzing and solving real-world PD problems
- Developing a PD mitigation plan for a transformer fleet
- Interactive Q&A and expert guidance
Certification & accreditation
BII Certificate of Completion
BII Certificate of Completion Upon successful completion, participants receive a BII Development Institute Certificate of Completion with a unique reference code that is independently verifiable. Our certificates are recognised internationally and reflect successful completion of your chosen programme.
