course | Advanced Insulation & Thermal Analysis

Fundamentals of Cable Insulation 

• Overview of Insulation Types and Materials (PVC, XLPE, EPR, etc.) 

• Insulation Properties: Electrical, Mechanical, and Thermal 

• Common Insulation Failures and Causes 

• Standards for Insulation Performance (IEC, IEEE) 

Learning Outcomes 

• Understand different insulation types and their applications 

• Recognize insulation failure modes and causes 

• Apply standards in insulation selection and assessment

Thermal Analysis and Performance 

• Heat Generation in Cables: Load, Environment, and Conductor Effects 

• Thermal Rating of Cables: Ampacity and Derating Factors 

• Thermal Modeling and Simulation Techniques

• Detecting Overheating and Hot Spots 

• Case Studies of Thermal Failures 

Learning Outcomes 

• Analyze thermal behavior of cable systems 

• Calculate ampacity and apply derating factors 

• Identify potential thermal issues before failure occurs

Testing, Troubleshooting & Practical Workshop 
• Thermal Testing Techniques: Infrared Thermography, Temperature Sensors 

• Insulation Testing and Condition Assessment 

• Troubleshooting Insulation and Thermal Issues 

• Hands-on Workshop: Measuring and Analyzing Thermal Performance 

• Safety Procedures and Standards 

• Q&A and Open Discussion 

Learning Outcomes 

• Perform insulation and thermal testing effectively 

• Troubleshoot insulation and heating-related problems 

• Apply practical methods to improve cable reliability