Course overview
Load Flow & Short Circuit Studies is an introduction that builds a solid working knowledge in Load Flow & Short Circuit Studies. It covers the principles, the requirements of IEC, IEEE and NFPA 70/70E, and the practical methods used on site, with case studies from operations in the Gulf, Africa and worldwide. Available online, in the classroom in 60 cities, or in-house.
What participants will be able to do
- Explain the principles, terminology and scope of Load Flow & Short Circuit Studies
- Apply the relevant requirements of IEC, IEEE and NFPA 70/70E
- Use practical tools, checklists and calculations with confidence
- Recognise common problems, risks and root causes and choose the right corrective action
- Prepare an improvement plan for their own site or organisation
Who should attend
Designed for electrical engineers, technicians, supervisors and authorised persons, new joiners and anyone who needs a solid grounding in the subject.
Course outline (5 days)
- Day 1: Principles and terminologyScope, key definitions and how Load Flow & Short Circuit Studies fits into daily operations
- Day 2: Codes, standards and requirementsWhat IEC, IEEE and NFPA 70/70E require, and how to read them
- Day 3: Methods, tools and calculationsStep-by-step methods, checklists and worked examples
- Day 4: Operation, inspection and common problemsTypical failures, warning signs and what to do about them
- Day 5: Case studies, workshop and assessmentGroup exercise on real cases and a final knowledge check
What the 10-day edition adds
- Day 6: Applied project, part 1Apply the week-one methods to a case from your organisation
- Day 7: Data and digital toolsSoftware, spreadsheets and digital tools used in practice
- Day 8: Lessons from incidents and auditsWhat investigations and audit findings teach
- Day 9: Applied project, part 2Complete, test and refine your solution
- Day 10: Presentations and final assessmentPresent to the group and complete the final assessment
Training method and certificate
Interactive sessions, practical exercises, case studies and pre- and post-course assessments. Participants receive a Qimma Global Training certificate of completion stating the training hours (30 hours for 5 days, 60 hours for 10 days). Delivered in English or Arabic.
Dates 2027–2030
None of these dates work? We run this course for your team on the date and in the place you choose.
| Dates | City | Duration | Fee | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11–15 Jan 2027 | Amsterdam Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 15–26 Mar 2027 | Lagos Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 13–17 Jun 2027 | Manama Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 2–13 Aug 2027 | Vienna Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 20–24 Sep 2027 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |
| 24–28 Jan 2028 | Copenhagen Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 27 Mar – 7 Apr 2028 | Istanbul Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 29 May – 2 Jun 2028 | Abu Dhabi Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 18–29 Jun 2028 | Manama Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 31 Jul – 4 Aug 2028 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |
| 11–15 Feb 2029 | Manama Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 14–25 May 2029 | Luanda Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 17–21 Sep 2029 | Berlin Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 15–26 Oct 2029 | Dublin Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 22–26 Oct 2029 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |
| 28 Jan – 1 Feb 2030 | Berlin Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 8–19 Jul 2030 | Singapore Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 15–19 Jul 2030 | Edinburgh Classroom | 5 days | $5,500 | Register |
| 5–16 Aug 2030 | Kuala Lumpur Classroom | 10 days | $9,900 | Register |
| 14–18 Oct 2030 | Online (live) Online (live) | 5 days | $3,000 | Register |
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