COURSE OVERVIEW:

The phase between the completion of physical installation and the final energization of electrical assets is defined by a rigorous set of pre-commissioning and commissioning procedures. This course provides a technical deep-dive into the methodical testing required to bridge this gap, focusing on the identification of latent defects and installation errors. Participants will explore the transition from static mechanical checks to dynamic electrical testing, ensuring that every component is ready for the stresses of a live power environment.

The scope of this training addresses the specific procedures for a wide array of equipment, including transformers, motors, generators, and protection systems. It covers the technical nuances of insulation testing, secondary injection, and the verification of cooling and auxiliary systems. The curriculum provides a systematic focus on the sequence of operations, emphasizing the importance of a logical progression from individual component testing to integrated system-wide functional verification.

Coverage includes the interpretation of international testing standards and the application of diagnostic tools to validate equipment health. Attendees will learn to manage the safety risks associated with high-voltage testing and the first-time application of power to a system. By combining theoretical electrical theory with structured commissioning workflows, the course equips professionals with the expertise required to execute professional pre-energization audits that minimize the risk of equipment failure during start-up.

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

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

• Explain the distinct stages of pre-commissioning and commissioning.
• Identify the documentation and permits required for testing activities.
• Perform pre-commissioning mechanical and visual inspections.
• Execute insulation resistance (Megger) and continuity tests.
• Conduct transformer ratio and winding resistance measurements.
• Verify the operation of tap changers and cooling systems.
• Perform high-potential (Hi-Pot) and VLF testing on cables.
• Test the functionality of protective relays and trip circuits.
• Commission backup power systems, including batteries and UPS.
• Document test results using standardized commissioning sheets.
• Manage the safety boundaries and LOTO during the testing phase.
• Execute a systematic final check before hot commissioning.

TARGET AUDIENCE:

This course is intended for Commissioning Technicians, Electrical Inspectors, Site Engineers, and Quality Control Managers responsible for equipment validation.

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.