Electrical Testing & Commissioning Training Course

By the conclusion of this course, attendees will be able to:

1. Understand Fundamental Standards and Regulations
   Grasp the national and international standards (e.g. IEC, BS, IEEE), codes, safety legislation and compliance requirements that govern electrical testing and commissioning.

2. Master Testing Instruments and Tools
   Use, calibrate, and interpret measurements from testing equipment such as insulation testers, slip-on earth testers, high-pot testers, power analyzers, relay test sets, etc.

3. Plan and Execute Commissioning Protocols
   Develop and follow checklists, risk assessments, test plans, commissioning sequences, pre-start and functional tests.

4. Perform Specific Tests
   Carry out pre-commissioning (visual, mechanical, electrical continuity), insulation resistance, earth/ground testing, high potential (dielectric) testing, cable testing, transformer and switchgear tests, protection relay testing.

5. Ensure Power Quality and System Reliability
   Measure harmonics, voltage fluctuations, load balancing, system disturbances; identify and mitigate faults and inefficiencies.

6. Document and Report Results
   Prepare precise test reports, ensure traceability, handle non-conformities, corrective actions and hand-over documentation.

7. Implement Safety and Risk Management
   Apply personal protective equipment (PPE), lock-out/tag-out procedures, live work policies, site safety standards, emergency protocols.

Target Audience

This course is ideal for:

• Electrical engineers, commissioning engineers and test engineers

• Maintenance technicians, electricians, site supervisors

• Project managers and quality assurance / control professionals in the electrical and construction sectors

• Consultants, inspectors, and regulatory personnel responsible for safety and compliance

• Contractors and subcontractors working on industrial, commercial or infrastructure projects

• Graduates or trainees looking to specialise in electrical commissioning and testing

The programme is suitable for both those with some experience and those relatively new to the field, as prerequisites cover basics and build up to advanced practices.

Module 1: Introduction and International Standards

• Overview of electrical systems: generation, transmission, and distribution

• Role and responsibilities in testing and commissioning

• International and local standards: IEC, BS, IEEE, NFPA

• Compliance with safety and environmental regulations

• Risk assessment and method statement preparation

Module 2: Testing Equipment and Measurement Principles

• Identification of electrical testing instruments and calibration techniques

• Measurement of voltage, current, resistance, capacitance, insulation resistance

• Safe use of instruments and interpreting test readings

• Understanding measurement uncertainty and precision

Module 3: Pre-Commissioning and Inspection

• Visual, mechanical, and continuity checks

• Insulation resistance testing and ambient condition analysis

• Earth resistance measurement and grounding verification

• Cable terminations, connections, and torque setting inspections

Module 4: High Potential (Hi-Pot) and Dielectric Testing

• Purpose and safety of dielectric (Hi-Pot) testing

• Cable, transformer, and switchgear testing under dielectric stress

• Acceptance criteria for insulation and high-voltage systems

• Identifying insulation breakdowns and partial discharge

Module 5: Relay and Protection System Testing

• Fundamentals of electrical protection systems

• Types of relays: overcurrent, differential, distance, earth fault

• Primary and secondary injection testing procedures

• Relay coordination and trip circuit verification

Module 6: Power Quality and System Performance

• Understanding harmonics, power factor, voltage fluctuations, and frequency variations

• Load balancing, voltage regulation, and system stability

• Power quality analyzers and diagnostic tools

• Corrective actions for improving efficiency and reliability

Module 7: Functional and Commissioning Tests

• Functional verification of switchgear, transformers, and motor control systems

• Generator synchronization procedures

• Control and protection system testing

• Emergency stop and interlock verification

• Commissioning sequences and start-up protocols

Module 8: Troubleshooting and Fault Analysis

• Common electrical faults: short circuits, insulation degradation, earth leakage

• Root cause analysis and diagnostic procedures

• Use of modern testing equipment in fault detection

• Developing corrective maintenance strategies

Module 9: Documentation, Reporting, and Handover

• Preparing professional test reports and commissioning documents

• Managing non-conformities and corrective actions

• Certification and compliance documentation

• Final client handover and commissioning punch-list closure

Module 10: Safety, Environment, and Best Practices

• Safety procedures, PPE use, and Lock-out/Tag-out (LOTO)

• Managing live testing and electrical hazards

• Environmental protection and waste management in electrical testing

• Sustainable commissioning practices and continuous improvement