Interpreting and Following Electrical Engineering Documentation
28 Apr. – 02 May 2025 | Abu Dhabi | 15 – 19 Dec. 2025 | Dubai | 03 – 07 Nov. 2025 | Abu 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