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Motor Control Centers (MCC) (Engineering) - Basics

Location

Abu Dhabi, UAE

Date

From Date: 04-Aug-2025
To Date: 08-Aug-2025

Duration

5 days

Language

ENGLISH

Discipline

ELECTRICAL & POWER ENGINEERING

Introduction

This course is designed to provide participants with the skills and knowledge needed to perform effective maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on electrical control panels. Control panels are integral to the operation of industrial machinery and processes, and ensuring their proper function is critical for the safety, reliability, and efficiency of operations. The course will cover the components, operation, and maintenance practices necessary to keep control panels in optimal condition, including safety protocols, testing, and troubleshooting methods.

Objective

By the end of the course, participants will be able to understand

Understand the components and function of industrial control panels.
Perform routine maintenance tasks on control panels, ensuring proper operation.
Troubleshoot common issues with control panels and take corrective actions.
Inspect and test control panels for operational reliability.
Implement safety standards and procedures when working with control panels.
Understand and comply with relevant electrical codes and standards (e.g., IEC, NEC).

Audience

Electrical engineers and technicians involved in maintaining control panels.
Maintenance personnel responsible for the upkeep of electrical equipment and systems.
Operators and supervisors working with control panels in industrial environments.
Safety officers and quality inspectors overseeing control panel installations and maintenance.

Content

Day 1: Introduction to Control Panels and Their Components

Overview of control panels: Types and functions in industrial systems
Key components of control panels:
- Circuit breakers, relays, switches, fuses, and disconnects
- PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers), HMI (Human-Machine Interface), and motor starters
- Control transformers and power supplies
Understanding electrical diagrams: Single-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, and layout drawings
Types of control systems: Local vs. remote control, manual vs. automatic control
Standard symbols and notation used in control panel design

Day 2: Installation and Configuration of Control Panels

General guidelines for control panel installation
Preparing and wiring control panels: Best practices and considerations
Grounding and earthing of control panels to ensure safety
Configuring and connecting control devices: PLCs, relays, starters, and HMI interfaces
Control panel power-up and system initialization
Ensuring compliance with local and international electrical codes (e.g., IEC, NEC)

Day 3: Routine Maintenance and Inspections of Control Panels

Importance of routine inspections for control panels
Visual inspection: Identifying signs of wear, damage, or overheating
Cleaning procedures to remove dust, dirt, and moisture
Checking and tightening electrical connections and terminals
Evaluating component health: Circuit breakers, relays, fuses, and other elements
Testing the functionality of control systems: PLCs, motor starters, and protection devices
Documenting and reporting findings

Day 4: Troubleshooting and Diagnostics of Control Panels

Common control panel issues: Faulty wiring, malfunctioning components, and incorrect settings
Troubleshooting electrical components:
- Testing switches, relays, and transformers with a multimeter
- Verifying continuity and insulation resistance
- Diagnosing faulty PLCs and HMI connections
Fault isolation techniques: Using signal testing, continuity testing, and visual inspections
Practical troubleshooting steps for common faults (e.g., blown fuses, tripped breakers, stuck relays)
Case studies of real-world troubleshooting scenarios

Day 5: Advanced Maintenance Techniques and Safety Protocols

Advanced diagnostics tools: Oscilloscopes, insulation testers, and thermal imaging cameras
Preventive maintenance: Creating maintenance schedules and checklists
How to conduct load testing and verify the performance of control systems
Upgrading and retrofitting control panels: Adding new components or systems
Safety protocols when working with control panels:
- Lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures
- PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) requirements
- Electrical hazards and arc flash safety
Regulatory and standards compliance (e.g., UL, IEC, NEC)
Final assessment, review of key concepts, and Q&A session

NOTE:

Pre-& Post Tests will be conducted.

Case Studies, Group Exercises, Group Discussions, Last Day reviews, and assessments will be carried out.

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Certificate

Define Management Consultancy & Training Certificate of course completion will be issued to all attendees.

Methodology

A highly interactive combination of lectures and discussion sessions will be managed to maximize the amount and quality of information and knowledge transfer. The sessions will start by raising the most relevant questions and motivating everybody to find the right answers. You will also be encouraged to raise your questions and to share in the development of the right answers using your analysis and experiences. Tests of the multiple-choice type will be made available daily to examine the effectiveness of delivering the course.

Very useful Course Materials will be given.

30% Lectures
30% Workshops and work presentation
20% Group Work& Practical Exercises
20% Videos& General Discussions

Course Details