11 kV/400 V substation SLD
Draw a complete single line diagram of a distribution substation using standard symbols, first on paper and then in ETAP.
Electrical Power System Analysis Course Online from India
Understand how power is generated, transmitted and protected, and use ETAP to draw single line diagrams and run load flow, short circuit and protection studies. Live trainer-led classes for learners worldwide, with hybrid and 100% offline options in India.
Live online2 levels40–64 hYour time zone
01About the course
What you will learn in Electrical Power System Analysis
Electrical power system analysis is the study of how a power network behaves – how much current flows in each cable, what happens during a fault, whether transformers and cables are sized correctly, and whether protection relays trip in the right order. Engineers do these studies with software, and ETAP is one of the most widely used tools for it. This course starts with power system basics and substations, then teaches single line diagrams and the main ETAP study modules.
This page is for learners outside Vellore, Katpadi and Ranipet – NRIs, professionals in the Gulf and other countries, and students elsewhere in India who want Electrical Power System Analysis taught live by a trainer.
A background in electrical engineering (degree or diploma) is recommended, as the course assumes you know basic circuits, transformers and machines. Basic computer use is enough for the software part.
At a glance
- 2 programme levels: 40–64 h
- Live online, hybrid or offline in India
- Projects assessed before certification
- Certificate from the Livewire network
- Batches fixed around your time zone
02Outcomes
Skills you will be able to show
- Explain the structure of a power system, energy sources and the role of generators, transformers, bus bars, isolators and arresters
- Describe types of substations, bus-bar arrangements and substation layouts
- Read and construct single line diagrams for 11 kV/400 V up to 400/132/66/33 kV substations
- Create projects, insert elements and build and edit single line diagrams in ETAP
- Run load flow, short circuit and motor acceleration studies in ETAP
- Size transformers and cables and choose cable types and insulation
03Syllabus
Electrical Power System Analysis syllabus by level
Every module and topic taught in the classroom batch is covered online. Open a level to see its modules.
Foundation level
Course on Electrical Power System Analysis
Students and engineers who want a shorter 40-hour version focused on power system basics, single line diagrams and the main ETAP studies.
40 hours7 modules · 28 topicsCertificate: Livewire network
01Power System Fundamentals5 topics
Introduction to electrical system designStructure of the power systemConventional and non-conventional energy sourcesElements of a power system – generators, transformers, lines, bus bars, isolators and arrestersGeneration, transmission and distribution systems
02Substations and Bus Bars4 topics
Types of substationsSubstation layoutBus-bar arrangements and materialsSubstation bus schemes
03Single Line Diagrams3 topics
Standard SLD symbolsConstructing a single line diagramSLD examples from 11 kV/400 V to 400/132/66/33 kV substations
04ETAP Basics5 topics
Introduction to ETAPCreating a project and setting the standardToolbars and GUIInserting AC, DC and instrumentation elementsCreating and editing a one-line diagram in ETAP
05Core ETAP Studies5 topics
Load flow analysisShort circuit analysisMotor accelerationTransformer sizingCable sizing
06Protection and Earthing5 topics
Protective elements – fuse, circuit breaker, CT and PTTypes of relaysRelay coordinationEarthing system basicsStep and touch potential
07Design Practice1 topics
Designing a single line diagram and running the studies
Foundation level
Course on Electrical Power System Analysis
EEE graduates and working engineers who want the full 64-hour programme with every ETAP module, a final project and interview preparation.
64 hours12 modules · 95 topicsCertificate: Livewire network
01Introduction to Electrical System Design7 topics
Applications of electrical designPurpose of electrical designBasic design philosophyIntroduction to the electrical power systemStructure of the power systemConventional energy sourcesNon-conventional energy sources
02Elements of a Power System10 topics
GeneratorsTransformersTransmission linesBus barsIsolatorsLightning arrestersReactorsCapacitorsWave trapGrounding
03Generation, Transmission and Distribution5 topics
Generation, transmission and distribution systemsGenerating stationsTypes of transmission and distribution systemsTypes of systems for power transmissionBasic principles of power systems
04Substations and Bus Bars8 topics
Introduction to substationsTypes of substations by purposeTypes of substations by physical featuresSubstation layoutBus-bar arrangementsBus-bar materialsSubstation bus schemesSubstation location
05Single Line Diagrams10 topics
What a single line (one-line) diagram isSLD of a power systemImportance of single line diagramsStandard SLD symbolsConstructing a single line diagramSLD of an 11 kV/400 V substationSLD of a 66/11 kV substationSLD of a 33/11 kV substationSLD of a 400/132/66/33 kV substationDesigning a single line diagram
06Getting Started with ETAP8 topics
What ETAP is and why it is used for system designHistory, key features and benefits of ETAPCodes and standardsStarting ETAP and creating a new projectChanging the project standardFile managementExploring the GUIProject, Theme, System, Mode and Base & Revision toolbars
07Building One-Line Diagrams in ETAP12 topics
Library for circuit elementsSystem elements and componentsAC, DC, AC-DC and instrumentation elementsComponent EditorCreating a single line diagram in ETAPAdding and connecting elementsSelecting, auto-selecting and relocating elementsCut, copy, paste, group and ungroupNodes and busesElement size, symbols, colours, alignment and rotationTemplates – get and add to templateConnector routing and element status
08Load Flow, Short Circuit and Motor Studies7 topics
Overview of ETAP modulesLoad flow analysisRunning load flow on a designed SLDShort circuit analysisRunning short circuit analysis on a designed SLDMotor accelerationRunning motor acceleration on a designed SLD
09Transformer and Cable Sizing7 topics
Transformer sizing studyIntroduction to cablesUnderground cables vs overhead linesGeneral construction of cablesTypes of cablesInsulating materials for cablesCable sizing study
10Power System Protection and Relay Coordination7 topics
Need for protection in power systemsProtective system elements – fuse, circuit breaker, CT and PTTypes of circuit breakersElectromechanical, static, numerical and digital relaysComparison of relay typesAttraction, induction, directional, distance and differential relaysRelay coordination study in ETAP
11Harmonics, Arc Flash and Earthing8 topics
Harmonic analysisArc flash study and checking results against standard valuesWhat earthing is and why it is necessaryTypes of earthingFactors that affect earthingStep potential and touch potentialGround grid study – IEEE methodGround grid study – Finite Element Method (FEM)
12Final Project and Interview Preparation6 topics
Designing an SLD and running all modulesPre-placement trainingFinal project guidance and discussionInterview preparationFinal project submission and evaluationProject report submission
04Tools covered
Software and tools you will use
ETAPSingle line diagram (SLD) designLoad flow analysisShort circuit analysisMotor acceleration studyTransformer sizingCable sizingRelay coordinationHarmonic analysisArc flash analysisGround grid design (IEEE and FEM methods)
We provide training and instruction only. Software and licences are not included; use your own licence, or an educational or trial licence where the software maker offers one. See our Software & Licensing Policy. Certificates are skill-training certificates, not degrees or professional licences.
05Projects
Practice projects
Industrial plant load flow
Model a plant network in ETAP and check bus voltages, loading and losses with load flow analysis.
Fault level and breaker check
Run a short circuit study and compare fault currents with breaker ratings.
Cable and transformer sizing
Size feeder cables and a distribution transformer for a given load list.
06How online works
How the Electrical Power System Analysis course runs online
Pick the mode that matches where you are and what you can travel for.
Live online
Trainer-led sessions on your own computer. Same syllabus, project and certificate as classroom batches. Evening, early-morning or weekend slots in your time zone.
Hybrid
Part online, part in the lab. Take lab sessions at Vellore, Katpadi or Ranipet when you visit India, and the rest online. Depends on trainer and lab availability.
100% offline in India
Learn at our centres on any date that suits you and the trainer. Fast-track schedules possible. Partner-centre options in other cities are explored case by case.
07Class timings
Find your class time
Example slots for popular regions. Your exact timing is fixed with the trainer on WhatsApp.
| City | Slot | Your local time | India time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dubai · Abu Dhabi | Weekday evening | 7:00 PM–9:00 PM | 8:30 PM–10:30 PM |
| Dubai · Abu Dhabi | Weekday early morning | 6:00 AM–8:00 AM | 7:30 AM–9:30 AM |
| Dubai · Abu Dhabi | Weekend morning | 9:00 AM–11:00 AM | 10:30 AM–12:30 PM |
Slots marked “late night in India” need the trainer’s confirmation. Final timings are fixed on WhatsApp based on trainer and student availability; any date and time can be arranged where a trainer is available.
| City | Slot | Your local time | India time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| London · Manchester · Birmingham | Weekday evening | 7:00 PM–9:00 PM | 12:30 AM–2:30 AM (next day) late night in Indiawinter · summer: 11:30 PM–1:30 AM late night in India |
| London · Manchester · Birmingham | Weekday early morning | 6:00 AM–8:00 AM | 11:30 AM–1:30 PMwinter · summer: 10:30 AM–12:30 PM |
| London · Manchester · Birmingham | Weekend morning | 9:00 AM–11:00 AM | 2:30 PM–4:30 PMwinter · summer: 1:30 PM–3:30 PM |
Slots marked “late night in India” need the trainer’s confirmation. Final timings are fixed on WhatsApp based on trainer and student availability; any date and time can be arranged where a trainer is available.
| City | Slot | Your local time | India time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Singapore | Weekday evening | 7:00 PM–9:00 PM | 4:30 PM–6:30 PM |
| Singapore | Weekday early morning | 6:00 AM–8:00 AM | 3:30 AM–5:30 AM late night in India |
| Singapore | Weekend morning | 9:00 AM–11:00 AM | 6:30 AM–8:30 AM |
Slots marked “late night in India” need the trainer’s confirmation. Final timings are fixed on WhatsApp based on trainer and student availability; any date and time can be arranged where a trainer is available.
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Online details 09FAQ
Electrical Power System Analysis online – FAQ
Still have a question? Message us on WhatsApp.
Ask on WhatsAppCan I learn Electrical Power System Analysis online from outside India?
Yes. Electrical Power System Analysis is taught live online by a trainer, with the same syllabus, hours and project as the classroom batch. Batches are planned around your time zone, subject to trainer availability.
How many hours is the Electrical Power System Analysis course?
Electrical Power System Analysis is offered at 2 levels (40–64 h): Course on Electrical Power System Analysis – 40 hours; Course on Electrical Power System Analysis – 64 hours.
Do I need to buy the software?
We teach; we do not supply software. Use your own licence or an educational or trial licence where the maker offers one. Our Software & Licensing Policy explains the rules.
Can I attend some classes in person in India?
Yes. Hybrid and fully offline options are available at our Vellore, Katpadi and Ranipet centres on dates agreed in advance, depending on trainer and lab availability.
What does it cost?
Fees depend on the level and mode. Message +91 8111 029 125 on WhatsApp for the current fee and payment options for your country.
Will I get a certificate?
On completing the course and its project you receive the Livewire network certificate. It is a skill-training certificate, not a degree or a professional licence.
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- Live online, hybrid or 100% offline in India
- Batches in your time zone, based on trainer availability
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