Electrical Engineering Course for Electrical Substations

Want to break into a high-demand engineering sector? Discover how substations power the UK—and how you can power your career.

Learn the in-demand skills employers in energy and utilities are actively seeking. Whether you’re starting fresh or upskilling, this course is your gateway into electrical engineering for substations.

Take your first step into one of the UK’s most critical infrastructure sectors—with flexible online learning and expert-led content.

What is Included:

• In-depth training on electrical substations, earthing systems, and substation design
• Flexible online learning at your own pace, accessible from anywhere
• Full tutor support to help you through technical topics
• Instructor-led, industry-relevant curriculum
• Free Certificate upon completion

What Makes This Course a Smart Career Move?

The UK’s power and utility sector is undergoing major modernisation, with a growing demand for skilled professionals in substation design and maintenance. With the National Grid and other power distribution networks upgrading ageing infrastructure, certified professionals are more in demand than ever.

Electrical engineering roles within power transmission and distribution can command strong salaries, with Substation Engineers in the UK earning between £35k to £65k depending on expertise and location. This course equips you with the foundational knowledge to pursue or advance in this rewarding field.

Ready to energise your career? Enrol now and gain essential skills to stand out in the UK job market.

Reed Courses Certificate of Completion

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• Unit 1: Basics of Electrical Substations 2:29:55

  • 1: 1Introduction To Electrical Substation 06:20
  • 2: 2Electrical Substation and Transformers 09:10
  • 3: 3 Instrument Transformers and Trip Circuit 12:41
  • 4: 4Types Of Circuit Breakers And Fuses 23:05
  • 5: 5Types of Relays 06:15
  • 6: 6Definition of Busbar and Its Schemes 16:37
  • 7: 7Construction of Underground Cables 10:18
  • 8: 8Construction of Over Head Transmission Lines 15:18
  • 9: 9Underground Cables and Overhead Transmission Lines 04:50
  • 10: 10Types of Switches In Power System and Substations 07:55
  • 11: 11 Importance of Capacitor Banks in Power System 07:58
  • 12: 12 Other Important Components in Electrical Substation 06:42
  • 13: 13Classification of Substations 05:00
  • 14: 14Relation between Voltage and Substations 01:46
  • 15: 15Air Insulated Substation and Gas Insulated Substation.mp4 08:37
  • 16: 16Importance of Ring Main Unit in Power System 06:47
  • 17: 17Extra Images_2 00:36

• Unit 2: Design of Earthing System 1:39:36

  • 18: 1 Effect of Current on Human Body 08:53
  • 19: 2 Types of Electric Hazards 08:26
  • 20: 3 Classification of Earthing Systems 23:32
  • 21: 4 Components of Earthing System 08:54
  • 22: 5 Design and Resistance of Earthing Electrode 12:21
  • 23: 6 Design and Resistance of Earthing Conductor 13:00
  • 24: 7Earth Resistance by Megger and Three Point Method 03:28
  • 25: 8Design Earthing or Ground Grid Using ETAP 21:02

• Unit 3: Introduction to Design of Substation 54:37

  • 26: 1 What Is Ip or Ingress Protection 04:52
  • 27: 2Selection of Busbars in Electrical Substation 10:32
  • 28: 3 Design of Substations 19:06
  • 29: 4 Single Line Diagram of 66 to 11kv Substation 20:07

This Electrical Engineering for Electrical Substations course is tailored for anyone looking to start or enhance their career in the power systems field. It offers a comprehensive introduction to substation fundamentals, covering the key concepts behind their design, construction, and operation. Whether you’re new to engineering or looking to specialise further, this course makes technical learning accessible and actionable.

You'll gain essential knowledge of how substations function as the backbone of the power transmission system. From understanding grounding and earthing systems to introductory substation design concepts, you’ll complete this course with practical, industry-relevant skills.

Course Curriculum:

• Module 01: Basics of Electrical Substations
• Module 02: Design of Earthing System
• Module 03: Introduction to Design of Substation

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the core principles of electrical substations and their roles in power distribution
• Learn the basics of grounding and earthing systems and their importance in safety and operation
• Get an introduction to the design processes of substations
• Gain confidence in technical concepts and terminologies used in substation engineering
• Prepare for industry or academic assessments with mock and final exams

Why should you take this course?

This course offers a career-ready introduction to one of the most stable and technically exciting sectors in engineering. With the UK government's net-zero initiatives and grid modernisation plans, trained substation engineers will continue to be in demand. It’s a strong choice whether you want to enter the field or build on an existing electrical background.

• Aspiring electrical engineers
• Engineers looking to specialise in substations
• Students in engineering or technical disciplines
• Professionals in energy or utilities wanting to upskill
• Anyone interested in power transmission systems

• No prior experience required
• Just an internet connection, a compatible device, and a willingness to learn

• Electrical Engineer – £30k to £60k
• Substation Engineer – £35k to £65k
• Power Systems Technician – £28k to £55k
• Design Engineer (Electrical) – £32k to £60k
• Maintenance Engineer (Power Distribution) – £30k to £58k

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