High Voltage Control Design
At BURAAQ UK, we are committed to delivering advanced and reliable High Voltage Control Design solutions tailored to meet the critical demands of modern power distribution and industrial automation systems. Our expertise spans the design, integration, and implementation of control systems that manage high voltage (HV) equipment, ensuring operational safety, precision, and compliance with international electrical standards.
Aim of High Voltage Control Design
The aim of High Voltage Control Design at BURAAQ UK is to develop safe, reliable, and efficient control systems for high voltage electrical networks, ensuring precise operation, protection, and automation of equipment operating at voltages above 1kV, in compliance with international safety and performance standards.
Course Overview
High Voltage Control Design
Total Modules 6
Training Credits 18
Directed Learning Hours (DLH) 120
Course Code BUK1385
Educational Qualification
- Minimum Requirement:
- Diploma or Degree in one of the following disciplines:
- Electrical Engineering
- Power Engineering
- Electronics & Instrumentation
- Mechatronics Engineering
- Diploma or Degree in one of the following disciplines:
- Candidates with a relevant Level 3 NVQ/BTEC or international equivalent are also eligible (for training programs).
Technical Knowledge (Required or Expected)
- Solid understanding of:
- Electrical power systems (especially HV systems above 1kV)
- Protection and control schemes
- Circuit breakers, transformers, switchgear, and relays
- Basic knowledge of control system design, electrical safety, and schematic reading
Software & Tools Familiarity (Preferred but not mandatory)
- Familiarity with tools like:
- AutoCAD Electrical
- SCADA/PLC programming
- Protection coordination software (e.g., ETAP, Dig SILENT)
| Course Code | Curriculum Title | Credit | DLH |
|---|---|---|---|
| BUK1385-1 | Introduction to High Voltage Engineering | 3 | 20 |
| BUK1385-2 | High Voltage Equipment and Components | 3 | 20 |
| BUK1385-3 | Control Systems for High Voltage Networks | 3 | 20 |
| BUK1385-4 | Protection Systems and Relays | 3 | 20 |
| BUK1385-5 | AutoCAD Electrical for HV Control Design | 3 | 20 |
| BUK1385-6 | SCADA and Remote Monitoring Integration | 3 | 20 |
Learning Objectives
1. Introduction to High Voltage Engineering
- Definition and classification of high voltage systems
- Applications across power, industrial, and infrastructure sectors
- Regulatory standards (IEC, IEEE, BS, etc.)
- High Voltage Equipment and Components
- Transformers
- Circuit breakers (SF6, vacuum, oil)
- Isolators, surge arresters, CTs and VTs
- HV cables and busbars
- Control Systems for High Voltage Networks
- Overview of HV control logic
- Remote control and interlocking systems
- Manual vs. automated control systems
- Protection Systems and Relays
- Types of relays (overcurrent, differential, distance, etc.)
- Protection coordination and selectivity
- Relay setting calculations
- Testing and commissioning of protection schemes
- AutoCAD Electrical for HV Control Design
- Creation of intelligent schematics
- Panel layout design for HV control panels
- Wire numbering, tagging, and component referencing
- Generating BOM, cable schedules, and reports
- SCADA and Remote Monitoring Integration
- Basics of SCADA in high voltage systems
- Data acquisition and remote control integration
- Communication protocols (Modbus, DNP3, IEC 61850)
- Switchgear and Substation Control Panel Design
- Functional block diagrams
- Single-line diagrams (SLDs)
- Interfacing with switchgear and transformers
- Control wiring and panel architecture
- Testing, Safety, and Compliance
- HV insulation and dielectric testing
- Safety practices (earthing, interlocks, PPE, etc.)
- Compliance with ISO, IEC, and OSHA regulations
- Risk assessments and mitigation planning
- Project Work / Capstone
- Complete HV control panel design project
- Real-world simulation or case study
- Design documentation and peer review
- Diploma or Degree Holders
- Industry Professionals
- Engineering Graduates and Interns
- Project Managers / Designers
- International Candidates
- All Modules within this qualification are assessed internally by the approved training Centre and externally verified by BURRAQ UK. The program uses a criterion-referenced assessment approach to ensure that learners successfully meet all required learning outcomes.
- A Pass in any unit is granted only when the learner submits valid, reliable, and authentic evidence that demonstrates achievement of the assessment criteria. The Assessor is responsible for reviewing this evidence and confirming that the learner has attained the expected standard.