Training and Support

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PMDT offers web and classroom training sessions for our representatives and customers scheduled throughout the year. These trainings will cover the basics of PD Theory, PD Types, Detection Methods for MV Switchgear, GIS, Transformers, and Power Cables, and the entire catalog of PMDT products and solutions, including how to use the products and software effectively.

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OLPD Solution Training Courses:

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PD Theory 

What is Partial Discharge and the Application of Partial Discharge Testing in Power Systems

Introduction to Partial Discharge Theories, Categories of PD and the Physical By-products of PD

Multiple Detection Methods Utilized in OLPD Testing: AE, Ultrasonic, TEV, UHF, and HFCT 

Detection Methods Utilized for Different Types of PD

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OLPD Solution Level I Training Course

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Training Duration: 2-3 Days

Class Size: Up to 20 Attendees

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Course Contents:

 

  • PD Theory

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  • Solution for Routine OLPD Testing

    • Introduction to the Test Instrument; Test Methods and Procedures for Different Power Equipment

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  • Solution for Permanent OLPD Monitoring

    • Introduction to the Monitoring System; Monitoring Methods for Different Power Equipment

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  • Practical Session for the Products and Software

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  • Experiment: Detect the PD signal by utilizing signal generators

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OLPD Solution Level II Training Course

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Training Duration: 1-2 Days

Class Size: Up to 20 Attendees

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Course Contents:

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  • PD Theory

 

  • Solution for OLPD Diagnostic and Location

    • Introduction to the Diagnostic and Location Methods Utilized for Different Power Equipment; Introduction to the Diagnostic Instrument and Software

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  • Solution for Short-Term OLPD Monitoring

    • Introduction to the short-term monitoring Methods Utilized for Different Power Equipment; Introduction to the monitoring Instrument and Software

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  • Practical Session for the Products and Software

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  • Experiment: Locate the PD signal by utilizing signal generators

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OLPD Solution Level III Training Course

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Training Duration: 1 Day

Class Size: Up to 20 Attendees

Course Contents:

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  • PD Theory

 

  • Solution for OLPD Accurate PD Location

    • Location Methods Utilized for Different Power Equipment; Introduction to the Expert Diagnostic and Location Instrument

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  • OLPD Diagnostic and Location of MV Switchgear

  • OLPD Diagnostic and Location of GIS

  • OLPD Diagnostic and Location of Transformers

  • OLPD Diagnostic and Location of Power Cables

 

  • Practical Session for the Products and Software

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  • Experiment: Locate the PD signal by utilizing signal generators

 

PDetector Training Topics

  • PD Theory

  • Hardware Training

  • Detection Methods

  • Data Analysis

  • Field Testing Procedures (Switchgear, GIS, Transformer, Power Cables)

  • PDetector Software

PDStar Training Topics

  • PD Theory

  • Hardware Training

  • Detection Methods

  • Field Testing Procedures (Switchgear, GIS, Transformer, Power Cables)

  • Data Analysis

  • PMDTCloud

  • PDStar Software

PMDTiSmart Training Topics

  • PD Theory

  • Hardware Training

  • Sensor Configuration

  • ​​Sensor Placement

  • PMDTCloud

  • Data Analysis

PDExpert Training Topics

  • PD Theory

  • Hardware Training

  • System Configuration

  • Oscilloscope Training

  • Field Testing Procedures (Switchgear, GIS, Transformer, Power Cables)

  • Sensor Placement

  • Signal Location Methods

  • Sensor Combination Usage

  • Data Analysis

PDiagnostic Series Training Topics

  • PD Theory

  • Hardware Training

  • Field Testing Procedures (Switchgear, GIS, Transformer, Power Cables)

  • Data Analysis

  • PDiagnostic Software

  • Location Techniques

    • Acoustic-Electric

    • TDOA

    • PDSS

    • 3D Positioning

PDiagnosticM Training Topics

  • PD Theory

  • Hardware Training

  • PMDTCloud

  • PDiagnosticM Software

  • Testing Procedures and Sensor Placement

  • PDMonitor App

Products Training Courses
 

PMDT engineers are highly qualified and capable of providing customers detailed training for effective use of their purchased product. Training is typically performed at the customer’s site in a classroom setting, followed by hands-on training in the field to demonstrate the product’s full capabilities. It’s of the utmost importance to us that our customers are confident in their ability to use our products efficiently. Our training sessions usually consist of a 3 to 5 Day course, with a combination of classroom and field test training, depending on the amount of attendees.

Customized Training

PMDT offers custom training sessions online for customers and representatives that cater to any specific needs regarding the use of a product or service. The training contents and length will vary depending on the customer’s request. Contact us to set up a customized training session.