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Distribution Transformer Selection and Fault Diagnosis

Choosing the wrong transformer, or missing early warning signs, leads to premature failure and costly outages. This programme helps engineers specify distribution transformers correctly and diagnose problems before they become failures. Delegates cover sizing, cooling, protection and the tests that reveal internal condition.

What you will be able to do

  • Explain transformer construction and how ratings are defined.
  • Select transformer size, impedance and cooling for an application.
  • Specify protection and accessories suited to the duty.
  • Interpret routine tests that reveal transformer condition.
  • Diagnose common transformer faults from symptoms and results.
  • Plan loading and cooling to extend transformer life.

Course outline

  1. 01Transformer principles and ratings
  2. 02Sizing and impedance selection
  3. 03Cooling methods and loading limits
  4. 04Protection and accessories
  5. 05Insulation and oil condition
  6. 06Routine and diagnostic testing
  7. 07Common faults and their causes
  8. 08Loading, life and maintenance
  9. 09Specification and procurement notes

Who should attend

Electrical design engineers, maintenance engineers, procurement staff and technicians who select or maintain distribution transformers.

Dates, venues and fees

DatesVenueDaysFeeCalendar
17 to 19 Aug 2026Cairo3US$1,500
24 to 26 Aug 2026Accra3US$1,500
31 Aug to 2 Sep 2026Lusaka3US$1,500
7 to 9 Sep 2026Kigali3US$1,500
14 to 16 Sep 2026Nairobi3US$1,500
21 to 23 Sep 2026Durban3R13,000
28 to 30 Sep 2026Johannesburg3R13,000
12 to 14 Oct 2026Mauritius3US$1,500
19 to 21 Oct 2026Dubai3US$1,500
26 to 28 Oct 2026Lagos3US$1,500
2 to 4 Nov 2026Harare3US$1,500
9 to 11 Nov 2026Kampala3US$1,500
16 to 18 Nov 2026Dar es Salaam3US$1,500
23 to 25 Nov 2026Pretoria3R13,000
30 Nov to 2 Dec 2026Cape Town3R13,000
14 to 16 Dec 2026Online3US$900
21 to 23 Dec 2026Mozambique3US$1,500

Fees are per delegate. South African venues are priced in rand; other locations and online in US dollars. Fees exclude 15% VAT where applicable. Group bookings of three or more delegates from the same organisation qualify for a reduced rate; contact us for a quotation.

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