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Interpreting and Following Electrical Engineering Documentation

28 Apr. – 02 May 2025Abu Dhabi15 – 19 Dec. 2025Dubai03 – 07 Nov. 2025Abu Dhabi


Course Objectives:

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

1. Fundamentals of Electrical Engineering Documentation

  • Understand the importance of electrical engineering documentation in project execution.
  • Identify common types of electrical documents, including:
    • Electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
    • Single-line and three-line diagrams.
    • P&IDs (Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams) related to electrical systems.
    • Control system and logic diagrams.
  • Learn how to navigate, read, and interpret technical electrical documents.

2. Electrical Drawings and Schematics

  • Understand electrical symbols, notations, and abbreviations used in schematics.
  • Learn how to read:
    • Wiring diagrams (power and control circuits).
    • Ladder logic diagrams for PLC-based control systems.
    • Circuit breaker and panel schedules for power distribution.
  • Understand how to trace faults and troubleshoot electrical circuits using drawings.

3. Single-Line and Three-Line Diagrams

  • Learn the purpose of single-line diagrams (SLDs) in electrical system design.
  • Understand how three-line diagrams provide detailed phase-by-phase electrical layouts.
  • Interpret electrical protection and metering schemes.
  • Recognize how SLDs are used for switchgear, transformers, and power distribution networks.

4. Electrical Equipment Specifications and Data Sheets

  • Learn how to read and interpret:
    • Motor control center (MCC) schedules.
    • Transformer nameplates and specifications.
    • Circuit breaker, fuse, and relay coordination charts.
    • Cable schedules and termination details.
  • Understand how to use documentation for equipment selection and maintenance planning.

5. Control System and Automation Documentation

  • Interpret PLC and SCADA system documentation.
  • Learn how to follow instrumentation wiring and loop diagrams.
  • Understand how electrical control panel layouts and connection diagrams are structured.

6. Safety and Compliance in Electrical Documentation

  • Learn about electrical codes and standards (NEC, IEC, IEEE).
  • Identify critical safety aspects, such as:
    • Grounding and earthing documentation.
    • Arc flash studies and hazard analysis reports.
    • Lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures and emergency shutdown documentation.

7. Troubleshooting and Case Studies

  • Analyze real-world electrical documentation errors and lessons learned.
  • Develop problem-solving skills using electrical diagrams and maintenance logs.
  • Learn best practices for updating and maintaining electrical documentation.

 

Target Audience

This course is designed for professionals involved in electrical design, installation, maintenance, and project management, including:

1. Engineering & Technical Teams

2. Maintenance & Field Operations Teams