Course Overview

Power distribution networks form the backbone of industrial facilities, utility systems, and large commercial developments. Reliable network design and effective maintenance are essential for ensuring stable power supply, minimising energy losses, protecting critical equipment, and reducing costly operational downtime. As electrical infrastructure becomes increasingly complex, professionals require practical knowledge to manage modern distribution systems safely and efficiently.

The Power Distribution Network Design, Operation, and Maintenance programme by TransforMentors Academy equips participants with the technical knowledge and practical skills needed to design, operate, and maintain electrical distribution networks. The course covers network planning, power distribution system design, substation operation, protection coordination, fault analysis, maintenance strategies, and system reliability enhancement.

Through practical exercises, real-world case studies, and interactive discussions, participants will learn how to design efficient network layouts, manage substations and protection systems, apply predictive maintenance techniques, and optimise network performance. By the end of the programme, participants will be able to develop and maintain electrical distribution systems that are safe, reliable, efficient, and aligned with industry best practices.

Agenda

Day — 1 Fundamentals of Structural Loading and Concrete Design

• Types of loads acting on industrial and power facility concrete structures:
  • Dead loads
  • Live loads
  • Wind loads
  • Seismic loads
• Load transfer mechanisms in reinforced concrete structural elements
• Overview of international design standards and codes for concrete structures
• Durability requirements for concrete in industrial and power generation environments
• Design considerations for foundations and equipment support structures
• Structural behaviour of reinforced concrete under operational and environmental loading
• Principles for achieving safe, reliable, and long-lasting concrete structures
• Best practices for integrating structural design with power facility operational requirements

Day — 2 Material Selection and Concrete Quality

• Concrete production principles, material properties, and quality assurance requirements
• Foundation design principles for heavy industrial machinery and power facility equipment
• Concrete mix design concepts for structural performance, durability, and regulatory compliance
• Corrosion mechanisms and onsite environmental factors affecting concrete structures
• Preventive measures for protecting reinforced concrete against corrosion and deterioration
• Quality assurance and quality control procedures during concrete batching, delivery, and placement
• Material selection strategies to enhance the durability and service life of concrete structures
• Best practices for ensuring consistent concrete quality in industrial and power facility applications

Day — 3 Protection of Steel Bars from Corrosion

• Understanding the mechanisms of steel reinforcement corrosion in industrial and power facility environments
• Conventional and advanced methods for protecting embedded steel reinforcement
• Principles and applications of Cathodic Protection (CP) systems for reinforced concrete structures
• Inspection and assessment techniques for evaluating concrete and reinforcement condition
• Common causes of concrete cracking, reinforcement deterioration, and structural failure
• Strategies for preventing corrosion and extending the service life of reinforced concrete structures
• Assessment of structural performance and deterioration using industry best practices
• Case Studies: Analyse concrete structure performance, corrosion-related failures, and successful repair and rehabilitation outcomes

Day — 4 Inspection and Quality Control of Concrete

• On-site sampling and testing methods for fresh and hardened concrete
• Techniques for measuring and monitoring reinforcement corrosion activity
• Structural evaluation methods for assessing damaged concrete elements
• Conventional repair techniques for reinforced concrete structural components
• Selection criteria for repair materials and performance specifications
• Quality assurance and quality control practices for concrete repair projects
• Best practices for supervising repair and rehabilitation works
• Inspection and testing strategies to ensure structural integrity and long-term durability

Day — 5 Advanced Repair Technologies and Integrity Management

• Steel section jacketing techniques for structural strengthening and rehabilitation
• Applications of Carbon Fibre Reinforced Polymer (CFRP) in concrete repair and retrofitting
• Design principles and installation considerations for CFRP strengthening systems
• Introduction to Structural Integrity Management Systems (IMS) for concrete assets
• Risk-based inspection methodologies for reinforced concrete structures
• Maintenance planning strategies to enhance the reliability and longevity of industrial concrete assets
• Integrating repair technologies with asset integrity and lifecycle management programmes
• Best practices for managing structural risks in industrial and power facilities
• Key course takeaways, lessons learned, and course evaluation

Learning Outcomes

After finishing this Design of Concrete Structures in Power Facilities training course, you will be able to:

• Understand the effects of structural loads on the design, safety, and performance of concrete structures in power facilities
• Select appropriate concrete materials and mix designs for different environmental and operational conditions
• Analyse and design foundation systems for heavy equipment, transformers, and storage structures
• Identify signs of concrete deterioration and diagnose the causes of structural defects
• Assess corrosion risks and implement protective measures for reinforced concrete structures
• Apply inspection and testing methods to evaluate concrete quality and structural integrity
• Recommend practical repair, rehabilitation, and strengthening solutions for damaged concrete elements
• Develop maintenance and condition monitoring programmes to improve long-term asset performance
• Integrate durability, reliability, and safety considerations into concrete structure design and management
• Apply industry best practices to extend the service life of concrete infrastructure in power facilities
• Support effective decision-making for the maintenance and lifecycle management of critical concrete assets

Who Should Attend

The Design of Concrete Structures in Power Facilities training course is ideal for professionals involved in the design, construction, inspection, and maintenance of concrete infrastructure within power and industrial facilities. It is especially beneficial for:

• Structural Engineers
• Maintenance and Reliability Engineers
• Construction Managers and Project Managers
• Facility Managers
• Operations Supervisors
• Civil and Infrastructure Engineers
• Asset Integrity and Inspection Engineers
• Power Plant and Utility Engineers
• Quality Assurance and Technical Services Professionals
• Consultants and Contractors involved in industrial and power facility construction and maintenance
• Professionals responsible for the lifecycle management of concrete structures in power sector assets