Course Description

The Transformer Service Training – Advanced program provides participants with in-depth knowledge and skills for servicing, maintaining, and troubleshooting power and distribution transformers. The course covers advanced theory, testing procedures, fault diagnosis, and maintenance best practices, enabling participants to ensure transformer reliability, safety, and operational efficiency.

Course Objectives

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand transformer theory, design, and operational principles.
  • Conduct advanced diagnostic and testing procedures.
  • Perform maintenance and service tasks following industry best practices.
  • Analyze transformer faults and implement corrective measures.
  • Apply safety protocols and regulatory standards during transformer service.

Who Should Attend?

This course is designed for electrical engineers, maintenance technicians, substation operators, and professionals involved in transformer operation, maintenance, or troubleshooting.

Course Agenda

Registration

Welcome & Introduction

Pre-Test

Day 1: Transformer Theory and Design

  • Transformer Basics: Types, Construction, and Applications
  • Electrical Principles and Core Concepts
  • Insulation Systems and Cooling Methods
  • Transformer Ratings and Specifications
  • Overview of Standards and Regulations
  • Common Transformer Failures and Causes

Day 2: Transformer Diagnostics and Testing

  • Condition Assessment and Visual Inspection
  • Electrical Testing: Turns Ratio, Insulation Resistance, and Winding Resistance
  • Advanced Diagnostic Techniques: DGA (Dissolved Gas Analysis) Overview
  • Partial Discharge Testing Principles
  • Oil Analysis and Interpretation of Results
  • Case Discussions: Test Data Analysis
Day 3: Maintenance and Service Practices

  • Preventive and Corrective Maintenance Strategies
  • Transformer Oil Handling, Filtration, and Replacement
  • Tap Changer Inspection and Maintenance
  • Bushings and Accessories Maintenance
  • Cooling System Maintenance and Troubleshooting
  • Safety Considerations during Maintenance
Day 4: Fault Diagnosis and Troubleshooting

  • Identifying Common Electrical and Mechanical Faults
  • Winding and Core Fault Analysis
  • Short Circuit and Overload Issues
  • Grounding and Insulation Failures
  • Case Study: Transformer Failure Investigation
  • Developing Corrective and Preventive Actions
Day 5: Operational Reliability and Safety

  • Transformer Life Extension Practices
  • Reliability and Performance Monitoring
  • Emergency Handling and Risk Mitigation
  • Best Practices for Safe Operation and Maintenance
  • Knowledge Review and Interactive Q&A
  • Group Discussion: Lessons Learned and Action Plans

Post Test

End of the Course

Assessment Methodology

All courses conducted by EdTech will begin with a Pre-evaluation and end with a Post-evaluation. The instructor will evaluate the knowledge and skills of the participants according to the feedback given by participants. This will help to recognize the benefits and the level of knowledge gained by participants through the course.

Training Methodology

Facilitated by a highly qualified specialist, who has extensive knowledge and experience; this program will be conducted using extensively interactive methods, encouraging participants to share their own experiences and apply the program material to real-life work situations in order to stimulate group discussions and improve the efficiency of the subject coverage.

Percentages of the total course hour classification are:

  • ​40% Theoretical lectures, Concepts and approach
  • 20% Motivation to develop individual skill and Techniques
  • 20% Case Studies and Practical Exercises
  • 20% Topic General Discussions and interaction

Course Manual

Participants will be provided with comprehensive presentation material as reference manual. This presentation material is a compilation of core valuable information, references, presentation methods and inspiring reading which will be used as a part of the material guide.

Course Certificate

At the completion of the course, all participants who successfully accomplished the required contact hours will receive an EdTech Training Participation Certificate as a testimony to their commitment to professional development and further education.

Why Edtech ?

  • Industry Experienced; Internationally Qualified Trainers
  • Hands-on Practical Sessions & Assignments
  • Intensive Study materials
  • Flexible Schedules
  • Realistic training methodology
  • High-Quality Training in Affordable Course Fees
  • Achievement Certificate, as approved by the Ministry of Education (Abu Dhabi Center for Technical and Vocational Education Training - ACTVET), HABC, AWS, IAOSHE, SHRM, etc.