Electrical & Automation Systems

Course Code: NC005

Overview:

This course delves into the critical aspects of electrical and automation systems used in the maritime industry. Participants will explore the principles of electrical load analysis, protective device coordination, wiring practices, and automation system integration. Through hands-on workshops and practical examples, learners will gain the skills needed to design, install, and maintain robust electrical and automation systems that meet classification and statutory requirements.

  1. Understand electrical load and short circuit analysis.
  2. Learn protective device coordination studies.
  3. Master best practices for wiring and cable installation.
  4. Familiarize with AC generators and switchboard standards.
  5. Gain insights into motor starters and variable frequency drives.
  6. Learn essential and emergency services requirements.
  7. Understand drawing submission and test requirements.
  8. Explore grounding, harmonics, and hazardous area considerations.
  9. Delve into dynamic positioning and automation systems.
  10. Stay updated with new technologies like solar panels, cold ironing, wireless systems, and fuel cells.
  • Marine electrical engineers
  • Ship designers and builders
  • Fleet managers
  • Automation specialists
  • Safety officers
  • Electrical maintenance personnel

Introduction to Electrical & Automation Systems

  • Overview of course objectives and structure
  • Importance of electrical and automation systems in maritime industry

Electrical Load and Short Circuit Analysis

  • Fundamentals of electrical load analysis
  • Short circuit analysis methodologies and tools

Protective Device Coordination Studies

  • Principles of protective device coordination
  • Conducting coordination studies and analysis

Best Practices for Wiring and Cable Installation

  • Standards for wiring and cable installation
  • Techniques for ensuring reliable and safe installations

AC Generators and Switchboard Standards

  • Overview of AC generators
  • Switchboard design and installation standards

Motor Starters and Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)

  • Types of motor starters
  • Implementing and maintaining VFDs

Essential and Emergency Services Requirements

  • Designing essential service systems
  • Emergency power systems and regulations

Drawing Submission and Test Requirements

  • Preparing and submitting electrical drawings
  • Testing requirements and procedures

Grounding, Harmonics, and Hazardous Area Considerations

  • Grounding techniques and standards
  • Managing harmonics in electrical systems
  • Designing for hazardous areas

Dynamic Positioning and Automation Systems

  • Principles of dynamic positioning
  • Integrating automation systems

New Technologies in Electrical and Automation Systems

  • Solar panels and renewable energy integration
  • Cold ironing for port operations
  • Wireless systems and fuel cell technologies

Conclusion and Review

  • Recap of key concepts and takeaways
  • Q&A session for addressing specific questions