This course provides a focused understanding of mechanical and civil engineering principles for overhead AC transmission lines. It covers tower design, conductor behaviour, sag–tension analysis, vibration control, stringing methods, and testing in HV/EHV systems. Civil topics include soil investigation, foundation types, erection practices, safety measures, and modern analysis tools. Emphasis is on industry practices used in utility and EPC projects, supported by numerical analysis, MATLAB-based sag studies, and real-life case examples.
Transmission Line Design: Mechanical and Civil Foundations
Transmission Line Design: Mechanical and Civil Foundations
This course is part of Transmission Line Engineering: Civil, Mechanical and Cables Specialization
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Intermediate level
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8 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
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What you'll learn
Learn transmission tower design, conductor behavior, sag-tension analysis, vibration control, and HV/EHV line simulations using MATLAB.
Understand soil investigation, foundation design, tower erection, testing, safety practices, and transmission line case studies.
Skills you'll gain
- Construction Engineering
- Environmental Engineering
- Mathematical Modeling
- Vibrations
- Civil Engineering
- Electrical Power
- Electric Power Systems
- Mechanical Design
- Electrical Safety
- Electrical Equipment
- Engineering Analysis
- General Construction and Construction Labor
- Electrical Systems
- High Voltage
- Engineering Calculations
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3 assignments
Taught in English
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This course is part of the Transmission Line Engineering: Civil, Mechanical and Cables Specialization
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