Course Overview
Protection of electrical systems is a balance in reliability, security, sensitivity, and speed. This course is intended for professionals working in the electrical industry who wish to develop fundamental skills and knowledge in electrical protection. The course is based on hands-on learning, using software to demonstrate the fundamentals of electrical protection. Topics include why we need protection, terms and designations used in protection systems, ac signal sources, key drawings used in protection. Labs will be based on using PSCAD and ETAP software. Instruction on using the software will be provided during the lab periods. This course addresses concepts in the design of power system protection equipment.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
1.5
- Not offered this term
- This course is not offered this term. Notify me to receive email notifications when the course opens for registration next term.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Define power system protection and explain why it is required
- Describe protection system components
- List and describe ac signal sources
- Describe protection designations and drawing types
Effective as of Spring/Summer 2024
Related Programs
Power Systems Protection Design Fundamentals (ELEX 1471) is offered as a part of the following programs:
School of Energy
- Introduction to Power Systems Protection Design
Microcredential Part-time
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice. Find out more about BCIT course cancellations.