Relay Protection

About the Course:

In the electrical power industry, the reliability and safety of power systems are paramount. Relay protection systems play a critical role in safeguarding equipment and ensuring uninterrupted power supply by isolating faults and preventing damage. A well-designed relay protection system can minimize downtime, improve system stability, and enhance operational safety.

This 3-day training course is designed to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of relay protection principles, configurations, and applications. Combining theoretical knowledge with practical insights, the course aims to equip participants with the skills required to design, operate, and maintain reliable protection systems in compliance with industry standards.

Course Objectives:

• Understand the fundamentals of relay protection and its role in power system reliability.
• Learn the operating principles of various types of relays.
• Gain insights into the coordination and setting of protective relays.
• Familiarize with international standards and best practices for relay protection.
• Develop skills to analyze and troubleshoot relay protection systems effectively.

Who Should Attend:

• Electrical engineers and technical personnel working in the power generation, transmission, or distribution sectors.
• Maintenance and operations personnel responsible for electrical protection systems.
• Project managers and consultants involved in power system projects.
• Professionals seeking to expand their expertise in power system protection

Course Content:

• Introduction to Relay Protection
  • Overview of relay protection and its importance in power systems.
  • Types and classifications of relays.
• Operating Principles of Relays
  • Electromechanical, static, and numerical relays.
  • Functionality and characteristics of overcurrent, distance, and differential relays.
• Protection Schemes and Applications
  • Common protection schemes for transformers, generators, and transmission lines.
  • Practical case studies.
• Relay Coordination and Settings
  • Principles of relay coordination.
  • Calculations and setting procedures.
• Standards and Best Practices
  • Overview of IEC and IEEE standards.
  • Compliance requirements and industry practices.
• Troubleshooting and Analysis
  • Techniques for fault analysis and relay testing.
  • Tools and methodologies for troubleshooting.
• Practical Exercises and Simulations
  • Hands-on activities to reinforce learning.
  • Simulation of relay operations and fault scenarios.

About the Trainer:

Ali Mashar, M.Eng.Sc., IPU 

Ali Mashar graduated from the University of New South Wales (UNSW) in Sydney, Australia, with a focus on power and control or electrical engineering. He previously served as the Head of Energy Conversion Engineering at Politeknik ITB (POLBAN) and is currently the Head of the Energy Engineering Laboratory at PEDC.

Since 2010, he has conducted in-house and public training sessions on electrical and control systems, as well as energy conservation. His expertise has been shared with both local and multinational companies, including Indonesia Power, Pemda Papua, PT. Badak, Cogindo, Star Energi, Chevron, and Freeport, among others. In addition to teaching, he has completed numerous projects related to power generation and conducted various energy audits.