COURSE OVERVIEW:

The integration of power and sensitive electronic systems necessitates a holistic approach to electromagnetic protection to prevent equipment damage and data corruption. This course explores the complex interplay between traditional grounding and the high-frequency requirements of modern digital infrastructure. Participants will examine the transition from low-frequency fault protection to the mitigation of fast-rising transients caused by lightning and switching events.

The scope of this training addresses the technical nuances of creating a unified ground reference that serves both safety and functional purposes. It covers the design of equipotential bonding networks, the application of various surge protective device technologies, and the implementation of structural lightning protection. The curriculum provides a detailed focus on the "Zone Concept" of protection, providing a framework for shielding sensitive instrumentation from both radiated and conducted interference in industrial and commercial environments.

Coverage includes the interpretation of international standards such as IEC 62305 and IEEE 1100 (The Emerald Book). Attendees will learn to conduct site-specific risk assessments and execute rigorous testing of grounding and surge suppression systems. By combining theoretical physics with practical engineering solutions, the course equips professionals with the expertise required to design and maintain resilient systems that protect multi-million-dollar electronic assets from the unpredictable forces of nature and grid disturbances.

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

After completion of this course, the participants will be able to:

• Design a coordinated protection system for power and electronic circuits.
• Apply the principles of the Lightning Protection Zone concept effectively.
• Differentiate between safety grounding and signal reference grounding.
• Select and coordinate Surge Protective Devices for various exposure levels.
• Implement equipotential bonding to eliminate hazardous voltage gradients.
• Analyze the impact of high-frequency impedance on grounding effectiveness.
• Design structural lightning protection using the rolling sphere method.
• Mitigate the effects of electromagnetic interference through shielding.
• Perform earth resistance and soil resistivity measurements professionally.
• Troubleshoot noise and ground loop issues in sensitive control systems.
• Evaluate the condition of surge arrestors and lightning conductors.
• Ensure compliance with international standards for electronic equipment safety.

TARGET AUDIENCE:

This course is intended for Electrical and Electronics Engineers, Data Center Managers, Automation Specialists, and Technical Leads responsible for sensitive infrastructure.

TRAINING COURSE METHODOLOGY:

A highly interactive combination of lectures, discussion sessions, and case studies will be employed to maximize the transfer of information, knowledge, and experience. The course will be intensive, practical, and highly interactive. The sessions will start by raising the most relevant questions and motivating everybody to find the right answers. The attendants will also be encouraged to raise more of their questions and to share in developing the right answers using their analysis and experience. There will also be some indoor experiential activities to enhance the learning experience. Course material will be provided in PowerPoint, with necessary animations, learning videos, and general discussions.

The course participants shall be evaluated before, during, and at the end of the course.

COURSE CERTIFICATE:

National Consultant Centre for Training LLC (NCC) will issue an Attendance Certificate to all participants completing a minimum of 80% of the total attendance time requirement.