The course is composed of 12 modules. These modules cover a range of aspects to provide you with maximum practical coverage in the field of electrical engineering.

Module 1: Electrical System and Protective Earthing – Part 1
• Electrical system earthing – objectives
• Types of system earthing and choosing an appropriate system for different applications
• Earthing transformer for 3-wire supply
• Protective earthing

Module 2: Electrical System and Protective Earthing – Part 2
• Equipotential bonding
• Extending system earthing to protective conductors and system types (TN, TT and IT)
• Use of MEN systems by utilities and the benefits

Module 3: Earth Electrode and Substation Earthing Design – Part 1
• Applicable codes on earthing
• Electric shock and tolerance to current
• Soil resistivity and factors that influence resistivity
• Measurement of soil resistivity

Module 4: Earth Electrode and Substation Earthing Design – Part 2
• Earth electrodes and common types of electrodes
• Measurement of earth electrode resistance and earth grid resistance
• Touch, step, and transferred voltage
• Earth grid design, earth potential rise, and computation of touch and step

Module 5: Lightning Protection, Surge Protection and EMI Control, and the Role of Earthing – Part 1
• Lightning physics and statistical distribution of lightning parameters
• Direct and indirect effects of lightning strike on objects
• Side flash and methods of avoidance
• Lightning protection of buildings-approach
• Evaluation of protection effectiveness

Module 6: Lightning Protection, Surge Protection and EMI Control, and the Role of Earthing – Part 2
• Lightning surges and methods of surge coupling
• Surge protection of electrical circuits and energy grading of protection
• Design of comprehensive lightning of a facility
• Electromagnetic interference, propagation and control
• Role of earthing in control of EMI

Module 7: Electrical Safety Hazards Including Electric Shock and Arc Flash – part 1
• Hazards in electrical work
• Shock hazard and control measures
• Direct and indirect contact
• Relevance of earthing in mitigation of indirect contact
• Equipment of class 1, 2 and 3
• Safe clearances and its relevance in outdoor switchyards

Module 8: Electrical Safety Hazards Including Electric Shock and Arc Flash – part 2
• Arc flash hazard
• Arc flash hazard assessment procedure
• Calculation of arc energy and flash protection boundary
• Hazard control measures
• Hazardous area classifications
• Safety in hazardous locations

Module 9: Static Electricity and Hazard Control
• Basic principles of static charge formation
• Problems caused by static electricity
• Explosion hazard of static electricity
• Calculation of spark energy
• Mitigation of static-related problems in equipment
• Bonding and its role in mitigation
• ESD and basics of protection against damage to sensitive components

Module 10: Electrical Safety Legislation and Its Impact on the Design and Operation of Electrical Systems – Part 1
• A brief history of safety (WHSD) legislation
• Electrical safety related legislation
• The 3-tiers of legislation
• Typical legislation and its objectives
• Australian wiring rules-an overview

Module 11: Electrical Safety Legislation and Its Impact on the Design and Operation of Electrical Systems – Part 2
• Hazard control triangle
• Design of electrical equipment to ensure safety
• Electrical substation safety including hazards in battery installations
• WHS procedures for safe electrical work

Module 12: Unit Review
In the final week, students will have an opportunity to review the contents covered so far. Opportunity will be provided for a review of student work and to clarify any outstanding issues. Instructors/facilitators may choose to cover a specialized topic if applicable to that cohort.

In the final week, the session will focus on revision to reinforce students’ understanding of the material covered throughout the course. This will include opportunities to review their work, clarify any lingering questions, and solidify their grasp of key concepts. Instructors may also introduce specialized topics or relevant case studies tailored to the specific needs of the cohort, providing additional context and depth to the revision process.

Additionally, there will be opportunities to discuss the final assessment and work through relevant problems. This collaborative environment will help ensure that all students feel prepared and confident as they approach the conclusion of the course.