The entire distribution system is going through a major shift by adopting latest technology like Compact Substation, Gas Insulated Ring Main Units, Auto reclosure, Sectionalizer, Monitoring and controlling of entire system through a centralized SCADA system. So, we see a gap between academia and industry. So what is the solution? The answer to these questions can be found in this course “Emerging Trends in Electrical Power Distribution & Automation’’ where we try to bridge the gap with practical-oriented approach to the subject along with conceptual knowledge covering the latest technological trends like SCADA & automation developed by L&T’s expertise. The course adopts a cross-disciplinary approach to ensure that the learners understand the type of distribution systems, green field construction, ring main units etc. We have also taken all the safety aspects in every area of work throughout the course.

This course gives the learners insights about:

• Practical demonstration of various distribution schemes.
• Construction of Over Head distribution lines
• Different stringing methods of Overhead lines
• Components of Distribution Lines
• SCADA & Automation for Distribution System

As we already stated, our approach is more practical with a blend of theoretical aspects. Starting from basics of Distribution philosophy, we cover statutory requirements of state and central government bodies, categorization of consumers based on loads, Safety clearances, Power factor improvement, site erection and installation of distribution equipment. Also, we make a great deal about different components of distribution system item by item so that an engineer who completes this course will be able to design and estimate the requirement. We are also demonstrating the Auto reclosure and Sectionalizer concepts in power distribution system through animation. Every distribution company is adopting the state-of-the-art technology in Automation and SCADA system for power distribution as globally we are moving towards Smart City implementation. To align with the technological developments in the industry, it is inevitable for any electrical engineer to learn about automation & SCADA system for his/her carrier development. In our course, we cover the fundamentals of automation, SCADA peripherals, overview of the SCADA software and hardware, Smart Metering & Optical Fiber cable network.

Course Objectives:

• Learners will be able to understand the distribution lines - Primary and Secondary Distribution Types.
• Learners will be able to understand the types of consumers, the load details and the losses that occur.
• Learners will be able to understand the components of a distribution line ranging from in Poles, Structures, Insulators and Conductors, Aerially Bunched cables, Lightening Arrestor and Horn Gap Fuse.
• Learners will be able to understand the overview of how systems like Auto reclosure and Sectionalizers.
• Learners will be able to study recent technologies in distribution lines Ring Main Unit (RMU), Compact Substation (CSS) and Feeder Remote Terminal Unit (FRTU).
• Learners will be able to understand the aspects of understanding SCADA in detail from the architecture to the peripherals and the protocols.
• Learners will be able to understand Fibre Optics in detail.
• Learners will be able to understand IED & FRTU in SCADA and Automatic Metering Infrastructure.