Interdisciplinary Professional Programs
College of Engineering

Principles of Substation Design and Construction

This course walks participants through the phases of substation capital projects, emphasizing real-world applications and reliable, cost-effective design. With expert-led instruction and in-class exercises, you'll gain confidence in developing projects, starting with one-lines and converting to layouts, working through civil, structural, and electrical systems, and specifying equipment. Whether you're new to substation projects or looking to sharpen your skills, this course delivers the essential knowledge to lead successful designs from concept to completion.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Better understand the complete substation design and construction process, including site selection, layout, grounding, and equipment specification.
  • Apply design principles to create reliable, maintainable substations that meet operational and regulatory requirements.
  • Translate one-line diagrams into physical layouts and perform group design exercises to reinforce learning.

Who Should Attend:

  • Substation design engineers, technicians, and project managers involved in utility or industrial infrastructure.
  • Transmission line engineers and construction supervisors working on substation integration.
  • Engineering managers overseeing capital projects or design teams.

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  • Oct. 21-23, 2024 - Face-to-Face (D092)