Electrical Distribution Engineering Programme (EDEP)

Who is this course aimed at?

This course is intended for experienced professionals in the power engineering sector. The primary audience includes employees from utilities, power and distribution companies.

It is particularly suited to those in technical, engineering, operational, or asset management roles seeking continual improvement and technical upskilling.

What will be covered?

• Transformers and Tapchangers 
  Learn construction, operation, fault management, and maintenance of transformers and on-load tap changers (OLTCs) in compliance with IEC and BS standards. 
• Switchgear 
  Explore high-voltage switchgear technologies, arc interruption methods, SF₆ safety, and switchgear selection and maintenance. 
• Overhead Lines 
  Understand design and mechanical performance including conductor sag/tension calculations, insulation systems, and environmental influences. 
• Cables 
  Covers low-voltage (LV) and high-voltage (HV) power cables, construction, installation, thermal ratings, and fault location methods. 
• System Protection 
  Delve into protection principles, relay technologies, coordination, and fault response using real-world grading charts and curves. 
• System Operation 
  Focus on safety rules, switching procedures, fault management, system security, and operational decision-making. 
• Substation Design, Earthing and Bonding 
  Address modern substation layouts, gas-insulated switchgear (GIS), earthing practices, environmental protection and control room considerations. 
• Network Design 
  Gain insight into economic and technical aspects of HV/LV network design, security standards, planning models, and regulatory compliance. 

 Programme may be subject to amendment. 

By completing the EDEP, learners will: 

• Strengthen their understanding of the full electricity distribution lifecycle—from design and component selection to operation and maintenance. 

• Be equipped to interpret technical standards (e.g., IEC 60076, BS EN 60214, P2/6) and apply them to real-world engineering tasks. 

• Build confidence in applying best practices in fault response, substation layout, protection coordination, and economic network planning. 

• Receive a completion certificate following assessment.