This course introduces the basics of maintenance and diagnostics of transformers with focus on safe testing, preventive and predictive maintenance of power transformers. The course covers large transformers used in power utilities and other industrial and commercial applications.

The objective of this course is to provide:

• Participants with the skills needed to maintain and test a power transformer.

At the end of this training programme, course participants shall be able to:

• Explain the basic theory on the operation of a power transformer;
• Interpret the name plate data of a power transformer;
• Select a transformer based on cooling;
• Identify the main components of a transformer;
• Identify the various accessories and protective devices on the transformer;
• Carryout maintenance on a power transformer;
• Carryout essential tests on a power transformer;
• Comprehensively investigate a transformer failure;
• Carryout online monitoring of transformers.

1. Transformer Principles
2. Transformer Ratings
3. Transformer Thermal Design
4. Transformer Construction
5. Transformer Accessories and Protective Devices
6. Transformer Maintenance
7. Transformer Tests
8. Failure Investigation, Documentation and Analysis

Online Monitoring

Participants’ profile or target group are Electrical/Mechanical Engineers, Technologists, Technicians, and other suitably qualified personnel.