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Electrical Engineering Course

Detailed Electrical Design Course — Concept to EPC

A comprehensive electrical design programme covering all 25+ deliverables from concept to EPC — designed for job seekers, working professionals, and students looking to build or advance a career in electrical engineering.

Load List & Max Demand Single Line Diagram Cable Sizing Switchgear Selection Transformer Sizing Substation Design Lightning Protection Lighting Design
25+
Design Modules
10+
Years Experience
Real
Assignments
All
Skill Levels
Concept to EPC — full design lifecycle
Real project assignments & reviews
Lifetime access to recordings
Power Projects certificate
Multiple flexible modules
IEC / IEEE / BS standards covered
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    10+ Years Industry Experience
    Real Project Assignments in Every Module
    Power Projects Certificate Included
    Flexible Modules for Every Schedule
    Why Enrol

    What You Get with the Detailed Electrical Design Course

    Expert Instructors

    Learn from electrical design engineers with 10+ years of real project experience across process plants, substations, solar, and infrastructure.

    Hands-On Assignments

    Every module includes real design assignments — load list preparation, SLD development, cable sizing, substation layout, and more — reviewed by instructors.

    Lifetime Access

    Every session is recorded and permanently accessible — revisit any module at your own pace, whenever you need to refresh your design knowledge.

    Certificate of Completion

    Earn a Power Projects certificate validating your electrical design skills — add it to your CV and LinkedIn to boost your engineering career credibility.

    Design Lifecycle

    This Course Covers the Entire Electrical Design Lifecycle

    From initial concept to final EPC deliverables — you learn every stage of how real electrical design projects are executed.

    01

    Concept Design

    Project scope, design philosophy, role of electrical engineer, and understanding how to begin an electrical design project from scratch.

    02

    FEED

    Front End Engineering Design — load estimation, distribution philosophy, key SLD preparation, preliminary equipment sizing, and project planning.

    03

    Detailed Design

    Complete engineering deliverables — metering & protection SLDs, cable sizing, switchgear, motor starters, UPS, battery, CT/VT sizing, and specifications.

    04

    EPC Phase

    Procurement support, technical bid evaluation, vendor document review, substation layout, cable tray design, and construction-ready drawing packages.

    Industries Covered

    Applicable Across Every Industry Sector

    The skills you learn are directly applicable to electrical design for any sector — from oil & gas to renewables.

    Solar Power Plants

    Substations

    Process Plants

    Oil & Gas

    Data Centres

    Infrastructure

    Course Curriculum

    25+ Modules Covering Every Aspect of Electrical Design

    A comprehensive programme from project initiation to final construction deliverables — with real assignments and instructor reviews in every module.

    01

    Introduction to Electrical Design

    Types of projects (Brownfield/Greenfield), design stages, scope understanding, and the role of electrical engineer in a project team.

    02

    Standards Overview

    IEC, IEEE, and BS standards, statutory requirements, precedence in case of conflicts, and software selection for electrical design projects.

    03

    Project Planning & Estimation

    Scope understanding, electrical man-hours estimation, deliverable preparation (MDL), project coordination, and technical query management.

    04

    Electrical Load List & Max Demand

    Design philosophy, load classification (continuous/intermittent/standby), load list preparation, maximum demand calculation, power factor, and supply voltage.

    05

    Electrical Distribution Philosophy

    Transmission and distribution systems, system earthing selection (HV, LV, UPS, DC), and distribution system design for different project types.

    06

    Transformer & Generator Sizing

    Sizing criteria, transformer and generator sizing calculations, and specification/datasheet preparation based on load list data.

    07

    Single Line Diagram

    Key SLD and metering & protection SLD — scope of each, what to include, and hands-on preparation of SLDs based on project scope of work.

    08

    Metering & Protection Diagram

    SLD for different equipment types, protection and metering requirements, type of circuits, incomers, and outgoing feeders.

    09

    Short Circuit Calculation & CB Selection

    Short circuit analysis, busbar rating selection, circuit breaker selection, and sample calculation exercises with real project data.

    10

    Switchgear Selection & Sizing

    HV and LV switchgear design requirements, types of switchgear and control gear, selection criteria, and sizing calculations.

    11

    Motor Starters Design

    Motor starter schematics, types (DOL, star-delta, soft starter, VSDS), Type 2 coordination, and preparation of motor schematics.

    12

    CT / VT Sizing Calculation

    Instrument transformers, CT and VT adequacy calculations, and sample calculation exercises with assignment review.

    13

    Specifications & Datasheets

    Company, functional, and purchase specifications — how to prepare specifications and calculation reports for real projects.

    14

    Transformers (IEC 60076)

    Power and distribution transformers, OLTC/DETC, different transformer types and applications, specification and datasheet preparation.

    15

    UPS (IEC 62040)

    UPS types, AC and DC UPS, UPS sizing calculation, specification and datasheet preparation for procurement.

    16

    Battery & Charger Design

    IEEE 485/1115 standards, battery types and applications, battery sizing calculation for substations, specification and datasheet preparation.

    17

    Capacitor Banks

    Application, sizing calculation, specification and datasheet preparation, and capacitor bank design for reactive power compensation.

    18

    Motors Selection (IEC 60034)

    HV and LV motor selection, mounting types, motor specification, and datasheet preparation for procurement.

    19

    Variable Speed Drives

    VSD selection considerations, specification and datasheet preparation, and application in industrial and process plant projects.

    20

    Cable Sizing & Selection

    IEC 60502/IEC 60364-5-52, cable types (HV and LV), sizing, schedule/interconnection schedule, and assignment on switchgear and motor cable sizing.

    21

    Technical Bid Evaluation

    TBE for transformers, switchgear, and other equipment. Vendor document review — how to prepare TBE for real procurement scenarios.

    22

    Substation Design

    Indoor, outdoor, and package substations, battery room design, best practice for electrical installation, and key design considerations.

    23

    Substation Equipment Layout

    Design considerations, equipment dimension estimation, preparation of substation equipment layout, and coordination with other disciplines.

    24

    Cable Tray & Trench Sizing

    Above-ground and underground routing, tray types, cable fill calculations, conduit sizing, tray layout, trench sizing, road crossing, and BOM.

    25

    Lightning Protection System

    IEC 62305 risk assessment, external LPS (rolling sphere, protective angle, mesh methods), internal LPS, layout design, and bill of materials.

    26

    Lighting Design

    Normal and emergency lighting, fixture selection, indoor/outdoor/street lighting calculations, panel schedule, layout design, and BOM.

    Real Assignments & Instructor Reviews in Every Module

    Unlike passive video courses, every module in this programme includes a real design assignment — load list preparation, SLD development, cable sizing calculations, substation layout, and more — with direct instructor feedback and review sessions. This is how real engineering skills are built.

    Learning Outcomes

    What You Will Be Able to Do After Completing This Course

    Prepare electrical load lists and maximum demand calculations for any project type

    Develop Key SLDs and Metering & Protection SLDs to project standards

    Perform cable sizing calculations for switchgear, motors, and feeders

    Size and select transformers, switchgear, circuit breakers, and motors

    Design motor starter schematics (DOL, star-delta, soft starter, VSD)

    Perform short circuit calculations and select busbar and CB ratings

    Size UPS, batteries, and capacitor banks to IEC and IEEE standards

    Prepare substation equipment layouts and cable tray sizing plans

    Design lightning protection systems (IEC 62305) with risk assessment

    Perform lighting calculations for indoor, outdoor, and street lighting

    Prepare specifications, datasheets, and technical bid evaluations

    Understand project coordination and manage electrical design deliverables

    Additional Benefits

    What Else Is Included with Enrolment

    Session Recordings — Lifetime Access

    Every session recorded and available permanently — revisit any module, review assignments, and continue learning at your own pace.

    Flexible Module Selection

    Choose the modules that suit your schedule and learning goals — ideal for working professionals with time constraints.

    Assignment Reviews by Instructors

    Submit your assignments and receive direct feedback from experienced design engineers — not automated marking.

    WhatsApp Community Support

    Join a community of design engineers — ask questions, share project challenges, and learn from peers and instructors.

    What Engineers Say

    Feedback from Course Participants

    ★★★★★

    "It was a very nice training session about MV circuit breaker and generator breaker selection by Power Projects team with hand calculation as well as ETAP simulation. The session was not limited to that — touched on grid islanding and several other topics with full theoretical concepts and ETAP simulation. Many many thanks to Power Projects team. Special thanks to Mr. Selva and Mr. Dijo."

    Adarsh Priyadarshi — Electrical Engineer, Hyundai Heavy Industries, South Korea
    ★★★★★

    "Finally experienced a paradigm shift in my educational career — an increase of 28% from my Bachelor's to my Master's degree. I am thrilled to announce I successfully completed my MSc in Electrical Power Engineering with First Class, Distinction (81%). I am honoured to have done my final thesis on a real-case industrial project with Power Projects. My sincere thanks to Selvakumar S sir for giving me this opportunity."

    Charitha Sasumana — Electrical Design Engineer, Arka11 Renewable Solutions Pvt Ltd
    Who Should Attend

    Who Should Enrol in This Electrical Design Course?

    For New Engineers & Students

    Electrical engineering graduates entering the workforce
    Final year students preparing for design roles
    Job seekers wanting to build an electrical design portfolio
    Students completing theses on real-world design projects
    Engineers transitioning into design from other disciplines

    For Working Professionals

    Junior design engineers expanding deliverable coverage
    EPC engineers wanting to strengthen design fundamentals
    Site engineers moving into office-based design roles
    Commissioning engineers needing design context
    Senior engineers formalising their design knowledge
    FAQ

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Do I need prior electrical design experience?
    No — this course is tailored for both beginners and experienced professionals. We start from the fundamentals of project scope and role of the electrical engineer, building through to advanced design deliverables step by step.
    Which standards are covered in this course?
    The course covers IEC, IEEE, and BS standards for all equipment types — IEC 60076 (transformers), IEC 60034 (motors), IEC 60502 (cables), IEC 62040 (UPS), IEEE 485/1115 (batteries), IEC 62305 (lightning protection), and more.
    Can I choose specific modules only?
    Yes — the course offers flexible module selection so you can choose the topics that best match your schedule, background, and career goals. Ideal for working professionals with time constraints.
    Are assignments compulsory?
    Assignments are included in every module and are a core part of the learning process. Each assignment is reviewed by the instructor — this is how you build real, job-ready design skills rather than just theoretical knowledge.
    What software is used in this course?
    The course covers the software tools used in real electrical design — including ETAP for power system studies and other tools commonly used in EPC and consultancy environments. You'll also learn calculation-based methods for manual design work.
    Will I receive a certificate?
    Yes — a Power Projects certificate of completion is issued upon completing the course. This is a credential from a practising engineering consultancy with 1000+ completed projects that you can add to your professional profile.

    Ready to Master Detailed Electrical Design?

    Whether you are just starting out or looking to formalise your design knowledge, this course gives you the skills, confidence, and credentials to succeed. Fill in the form and we'll get back to you within 24 hours.

    • 25+ modules covering the full design lifecycle
    • Real assignments with instructor review in every module
    • IEC, IEEE, and BS standards throughout
    • Flexible modules — choose what suits your schedule
    • Lifetime access to all session recordings
    • Power Projects certificate upon completion

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