ETAP TRAINING COURSE MODULE

ABOUT ETAP

ETAP is the leading software used by Electrical Engineers for modelling, simulation, design, analysis and monitoring of generation, transmission, distribution, industrial and low-voltage electrical power systems. Being the leading software in the industry, knowledge of ETAP has become a SKILL for Electrical engineers of today.

ETAP is a program developed for the Microsoft Windows operating systems. It is fully interactive and allows you to make changes to the one-line diagram, run system studies, and graphically review study. It gives you the opportunity to explore the many features and capabilities of ETAP including Load Flow, Short-Circuit, Motor Acceleration and Arc Flash and many more.

Software Version:

The training will utilize ETAP 19, which will be installed for all participants. Comprehensive training materials will be provided, ensuring an interactive and practical learning experience. Participants will work on real electrical projects for hands-on practice and skill development..

PREREQUISITE:

• Knowledge of Electrical Engineering principles
• Knowledge of Electrical Symbols and equipment
• Knowledge of Electrical Power System design
• Knowledge of computer

 

TRAINING CHECKLIST:

• Laptop (Windows 10/11)
• Second screen (monitor)
• Etap software installation
• External Mouse
• Zoom software installation
• Reliable Internet connection

TRAINING PLAN

What is the purpose of the training?

The purpose of the training is to equip electrical engineers with adequate knowledge on how to prepare electrical single line diagram using etap, carry out various power systems analyses, modify equipment properties, prepare analyses reports and many more in electrical power systems and control design.

Who are the target audience?

Trainee & experienced electrical design engineers, Electrical project engineers, Graduate electrical engineers, Electrical engineering youth corpers, Undergraduate electrical engineers, and others.

 

How many persons are doing the training?

A maximum of 5 persons are trained per class so the training can be as practical and interactive as possible.

 

When will the training take place?

The training will start at an agreed date. There are two training schedules. Physical Class and Online.

 

Software Installation?

Support will be provided to the participant for software installation.

 

What is the training duration?

Total of 20 hours, divided into 5 days with 4  hours each day

TRAINING SCHEDULE:

Day 1 - Session 1

Introduction to Etap software

• Installation of software
• Introduction to Etap toolbars and elements
• Introduction to ANSI and IEC standards
• Setting up new project

 

Day 1 - Session 2

Etap One Line Diagram (OLD)

• Creating One-Line Diagrams (adding elements, select and deselect elements, element and connector colours, cut, copy & paste)
• Connecting elements
• Dumpster
• Size, symbol and orientation
• Hiding / showing protective devices
• Grouping and ungrouping elements
• Creating composite networks & Composite motors
• Display options
• Display and result fonts

 

Practice Exercises 

 

Day 2 - Session 1

Editing AC Elements

• Editing AC Element Properties (Bus, Transformers, Generator, Motors, Cables, Lumped Loads, LV & HV Circuit breakers etc)
• Cable Coordination and Selectivity
• Protective Device Coordination and Selectivity

Practice Exercises 

 

Day 2 - Session 2

Editing AC Elements (cont’d) Instrumentation and DC Elements

• Editing Instrumentation Element Properties (Current Transformers, Potential Transformers, Voltmeter, Ammeter, Multimeter & Relays)
• Editing DC Element Properties (Bus, Cable, Battery, DC motors, DC loads, DC Circuit breakers and fuses, etc)
• Editing AC-DC Element Properties (UPS, VFD, Charger & inverter)

Practice Exercises 

 

Day 3 - Session 1

Load Flow Analysis

• Balanced Load Flow Analysis
• Unbalanced Load Flow Analysis
• Managing Alerts
• Result Analyser

 

Day 3 - Session 2

Short Circuit Analysis

• IEC Short Circuit Analysis
• ANSI Short Circuit Analysis
• Managing Alerts
• Result Analyser

Practice Exercise

 

Day 4 - Session 1

Session 1-Arc Flash Analysis

• Quick Incident Energy AF Analysis
• Global AF Analysis
• Result Analyser
• Plotting and printing

Practice Exercise

 

Day 4 - Session 2

Motor Starting Analysis

• Motor Starting Analysis
• Managing Alerts
• Managing Results and Reports
• Plotting and printing

Practice Exercise

 

Day 5 - Session 1

Star/Protective Device Coordination

• Star System
• Protective Device Coordination
• Report Manager
• Plotting and printing

Practice Exercise

 

Day 5 - Session 2

Panel Systems and others

• Panel Systems (Panel editor-rating, schedule)
• Panel Calculations
• Panels in System studies
• Panel Reports
• Other modules based on attendees request and time permitting.

Practice Exercise

Investment

• Package Includes:
  • 5 days training (4 hrs daily)
  • Course notes
  • Prepared practice exercises
  • Continued post-training support.