Design of Illumination, Earthing and Lightning Protection

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Coursera
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Paid Course
Languages

English
Certificate

Certificate Available
Effort

4 weeks, 3 hours a week
Sessions

Self-Paced
Level

Intermediate
Subtitles

English

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Harmonics Courses

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Smart Building Systems- Electrical and ELV

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This course provides a comprehensive understanding of key building services essential for safe and efficient electrical design, focusing on illumination systems, earthing, lightning protection, and backup power solutions. Learners will begin with fundamental electrical calculations and progress to designing UPS and battery systems that ensure continuity of supply for critical loads. The course also covers earthing systems, lightning and surge protection, emphasizing safety, fault management, and equipment protection. In addition, learners will explore the principles of lighting design, including illumination calculations, fixture selection, and control strategies for energy-efficient buildings. By the end of the course, learners will be able to design lighting systems based on lux requirements, develop effective earthing and protection schemes, and size UPS systems for reliable operation. They will also understand how these systems integrate within a building’s overall electrical infrastructure. What makes this course unique is its practical, design-oriented approach, combining core theory with real-world applications and decision-making scenarios. Completing this course equips learners with critical skills for roles in electrical design, building services, and smart infrastructure engineering. Target learners: • Graduate engineers seeking practical knowledge in Smart Building Electrical & ELV systems. • Design consultants and project engineers working on building and infrastructure projects. • Commissioning, maintenance, and facility professionals involved in smart building technologies.

Syllabus

Electrical Calculations

This course delivers comprehensive technical knowledge on power factor correction, power quality, and electrical distribution system design. It starts with the fundamentals of power factor, examining both operational and cost-related impacts, and progresses to correction methods ranging from conventional capacitor banks to advanced solutions such as SHiC, APFC, and HFPC systems. The module also explores harmonics and their effects on system reliability and equipment lifespan, along with practical harmonic mitigation approaches. Learners are introduced to short-circuit theory, fault calculation techniques, and worked examples to enhance understanding of system protection. In addition, the course covers key electrical distribution components—including cables, cable trays, busducts, and trunking systems—while providing practical exposure to cable sizing, voltage drop calculations, and busduct design considerations. This course is well suited for electrical design engineers, commissioning engineers, site engineers, and professionals involved in building services, industrial power systems, and distribution network design.

UPS and Battery System

This module provides a comprehensive overview of UPS and battery systems used in critical power applications such as commercial buildings, data centers, hospitals, and industrial facilities. It introduces UPS operating principles, key components, and working mechanisms, followed by an exploration of different UPS types, configurations, and redundancy strategies for high-availability systems. Learners will also gain insight into battery technologies, sizing methods, and battery room layout requirements, including ventilation and safety considerations. Practical examples for UPS and battery room spacing help connect theory with real-world design implementation, while the module emphasizes the role of UPS systems in improving power quality and ensuring reliable operation of critical loads. It is designed for electrical design engineers, commissioning engineers, facility engineers, and professionals involved in backup power and critical infrastructure design.

Earthing System, Lightening and Surge Protection

This course provides a comprehensive overview of earthing systems, lightning protection, and surge protection for building and industrial electrical installations. It covers the fundamentals of earthing, including system types, installation methods, applicable standards, and practical considerations, along with soil resistivity testing, factors influencing performance, and earth mat design with calculation principles. The module also introduces lightning phenomena and the design of Lightning Protection Systems (LPS), including protection methods, components, and termination systems, and explains the role of surge protection devices in safeguarding electrical and electronic equipment. It is designed for electrical design engineers, site engineers, commissioning professionals, and consultants working on building services, substations, and industrial infrastructure projects.

Basics of Lighting, its Calculation and Control System

This course provides a comprehensive overview of lighting system fundamentals, design methodologies, and modern control technologies used in building applications. It covers types of luminaires, lighting arrangements such as recessed lighting, and practical lighting design calculations including spacing and layout preparation. Learners will also gain guidance on reviewing lighting drawings to meet design standards and performance requirements. The module further introduces lighting control systems, including dimming methods, input/output devices, wired and wireless solutions, and intelligent lighting management, with a focus on energy efficiency, user comfort, and smart building integration.