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ABB University SwitzerlandCourse Program 2011Part 5Power Electronics and Medium Voltage Drives – Machines

ABB University Switzerland | Course Program 2011

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ABB University SwitzerlandCourse Schedule 2011

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No. days remarksPower Electronics and Medium Voltage Drives Basic Courses Excitation Systems and Synchronous Machines Fundamentals J990 2 Thu-FriMV Drives Fundamentals (eLearning) G790e n.a. MV Drives Product Overview (eLearning) G791e n.a. Product Courses High Power Rectifier Systems Overview J201 1 FriHigh Power Rectifier Systems Service and Commissioning J210 5 Mo-FriHigh Power Rectifier Systems Operation and Maintenance J220 4 on requestFOCS Level 1 J251 2 Mon-TueFOCS Level 2 J252 2 Wed-ThuUNITROL P Operation and Maintenance J320 3 on requestUNITROL P Service and Commissioning J340 8 on requestUNITROL P Hands-on and Update Training J390 3 on requestUNITROL F Operation and Maintenance J520 3 on requestUNITROL F Service and Commissioning J540 5 Mon-FriUNITROL F Hands-on and Update Training J590 3 Mon-WedUNITROL 1000 Service and Commissioning J130 3 Wed-FriUNITROL 5000 Operation and Maintenance J620 4 on requestUNITROL 5000 Service and Commissioning J640 5 Mon-FriUNITROL 5000 Hands-on and Update Training J649 3 Mon-WedUNITROL 6080 Service and Commissioning Training J681 5 Mon-WedUNITROL 6800 Operation and Maintenance J683 5 on requestUNITROL 6080 Operation and Maintenance J684 5 on requestUNITROL 6000 Overview J685 2 Thu-FriUNITROL 6080 Hands-on and Update Training J688 3 Mon-WedUNITROL 6800 Upgrade Training UN6080 to UN6800 J692 2 Thu-FriControl Builder Programming for UNITROL 6000 J693 5 Mon-FriPSR2/FUPLA2 Programming J950 5 Mon-FriSYNCHROTACT 5 Operation and Commissioning J900 2 Thu-FriACS 1000 Medium Voltage Drive Operation and Maintenance G700 3 Mon-WedACS 1000 Medium Voltage Drive Service and Commissioning G710 4 Tue-FriACS 1000 Medium Voltage Drive Hands-on and Update Training G719 3 Mon-WedACS 6000 Medium Voltage Drive Operation and Maintenance G750 4 Tue-FriACS 6000 Medium Voltage Drive Service and Commissioning G760 4 Tue-FriACS 6000 Medium Voltage Drive Hands-on and Update Training G769 3 Mon-WedACS 2000 Medium Voltage Drive Operation and Maintenance G770 3 Mon-WedACS 2000 Medium Voltage Drive Service and Commissioning G780 4 Tue-FriACS 2000 Medium Voltage Drive Sales training (eLearning) G786e n.a. ACS 5000 Medium Voltage Drive Operation and Maintenance AIR COOLED G731 3 Mon-WedACS 5000 Medium Voltage Drive Operation and Maintenance WATER COOLED G732 4 Tue-FriACS 5000 Medium Voltage Drive Service and Commissioning G740 5 Mon-FriDriveMonitorTM G795 2 Mon-TueMEGADRIVE LCI with PSR2 Operation and Maintenance G800 4 on requestMEGADRIVE LCI with PSR2 Service and Commissioning G810 5 Mon-FriMEGADRIVE LCI with AC 800PEC Operation and Maintenance G820 4 on requestMEGADRIVE LCI with AC 800PEC Service and Commissioning G830 5 Mon-FriMEGADRIVE LCI with AC 800PEC Hands-on and Update Training G839 3 Mon-WedMEGATROL Operation and Maintenance G840 5 on requestMEGATROL Service and Commissioning G850 3 Mon-WedPSR-Cycloconverter G870 3 Mon-WedACS6000c Cycloconverter G875 4 Tue-FriAC 800PEC Hardware and Tools J400 2 Thu-FriAC 800PEC Control Builder J410 5 Mon-FriAC 800PEC Matlab/Simulink J450 3 Wed-Fri Machines Product Courses Electrical Machines Operation and Maintenance G911 4 on request

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Power Electronics and Medium Voltage Drives

Basic Courses

Excitation Systems and Synchronous Machines Fundamentals 3

MV Drives Fundamentals (eLearning) 24

MV Drives Product Overview (eLearning) 24

Product Courses

High Power Rectifier System Overview 3

High Power Rectifier Systems Service and Commissioning 4

High Power Rectifier Systems Operation and Maintenance 4

FOCS Level 1 5

FOCS Level 2 5

PSR2/FUPLA2 Programming 16

UNITROL P Operation and Maintenance 6

UNITROL P Service and Commissioning 6

UNITROL P Hands-on and update training 7

UNITROL F Operation and Maintenance 7

UNITROL F Service and Commissioning 8

UNITROL F Hands-on and update training 8

UNITROL 1000 Service and Commissioning 9

UNITROL 5000 Operation and Maintenance 9


UNITROL 5000 Hands-on and update training 11



UNITROL 6000 System Overview 13


UNITROL 6080 Hands-on and update training 14

UNITROL 6800 Upgrade to UN6800 14

UNITROL 6000 Control Builder Programming for UNITROL6000 15

SYNCHROTACT 5 Operation and Commissioning 16

ACS 1000 Medium Voltage Drive Operation and Maintenance 17

ACS 1000 Medium Voltage Drive Service and Commissioning 17

ACS 1000 Medium Voltage Drive Hands-on and Update Training 18

ACS 5000 Medium Voltage Drive Operation and Maintenance AIR COOLED 18

ACS 5000 Medium Voltage Drive Operation and Maintenance WATER COOLED 19

ASC 5000 Medium Voltage Drive Service and Commissiong 19



ACS 6000 Medium Voltage Drive Hands-on and Update Training 21



ACS 2000 Medium Voltage Drive Sales training (eLearning) 23

DriveMonitor 25

MEGADRIVE LCI Operation and Maintenance 25

MEGADRIVE LCI Service and Commissioning 26

MEGADRIVE LCI Operation and Maintenance with AC 800PEC 26

MEGADRIVE LCI Service and Commissioning with AC 800PEC 27

MEGADRIVE LCI Hands-on and Update Training 27

MEGATROL Operation and Maintenance 28

MEGATROL Service and Commissioning 29

PSR-Cycloconverter 23

ACS6000c Cycloconverter 23

AC 800PEC Hardware and Tools 29

AC 800PEC Control Builder 30

AC 800PEC Matlab/Simulink 30

Electrical Machines Operation and Maintenance 31

Further Training (tailor-made Seminars, Special Courses, Project Courses, ABB internal Courses and Lectures) on all above and other topics, products and systems can be arranged on request.

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MethodsLecturesDemonstration of the synchronous machine’s behavior using computer calculation programReal time demonstration on a generator simulator

Duration2 daysNumber of Participants: max. 15

J201High Power Rectifier Systems

Course goalABB high power rectifier systems are employed in electro-chemical electrolysis processes, graphite electrolysis plants, and DC-arc furnaces. Typically, such plants consist of at least a rectifier-transformer, rectifier power part, rectifier cooling unit and control system. The course goal is to introduce the funda-mentals and basic principles of the high power rectifier systems.

Learning objectivesUpon completion of this course, the participants know:– Application fields for High Power Rectifier– Basic principles of rectifier technology– The typical design and configuration of rectifier systems– The major components and main sections of rectifier sys-

tems

PrerequisitesBasic understanding of electrical systems and power electronics

Topics– AC to DC power conversion– Design and system arrangements– Power Transformer– Rectifier– Cooling units– System Control

Control, regulator and protection features of the rectifier system

– The AC 800PEC Control system– Control Levels

MethodsLectures and demonstrationsFull functional rectifier demonstration unit with simulator Factory visit tour

ParticipantsPeople who get in touch with high power rectifier systems

Duration1 day Max. 10 participants

J990Excitation Systems and Synchronous Machines Fundamentals

Course goalUNITROL ® is the name of ABB excitation systems for synchro-nous machines. This basic course introduces the fundamentals of excitation and the UNITROL family.

Learning objectivesThe learning objectives is to teach students the basics of an excitation system, including the effects on the synchronous machine, regulator functions, converter configurations, field sup-pression, start-up, the effect of limiters, redundancy and type of control.Upon completion of this course, the students:– Know the behavior of the synchronous machine– Understand the importance of the excitation– Know the principle design of excitation systems– Know the influence of excitation to the synchronous machine

relating to the generator voltage, reactive power and stability

ParticipantsProject design, commissioning, instrumentation and control engineersOperating, testing and maintenance personnelSales personnel who wish to gain a basic knowledge as well as a system overview

PrerequisitesBasic knowledge in electronics and electrical machines

TopicsIntroduction to the synchronous machine– Substitution diagram and its characteristic data– Steady-state behavior of the synchronous machine

No-load operationIsland operationParallel operation

– The transient behavior of the synchronous machineLoad rejectionLine disturbances

Excitation systems for synchronous machines– Requirements of excitation systems– Design of excitation systems– The major components of excitation systems

Automatic voltage and reactive power control of the syn-chronous machine

– Channel configuration– Regulator, limiters– Superimposed regulators (reactive power, power factor)– Power system stabilizer (PSS)

Static converters– Mode of operation– Redundancy

De-excitation, field suppression, CrowbarStart-up sequenceIntroduction to the UNITROL® family


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ParticipantsPeople who have to do commissioning and service on high power rectifier systems

Duration5 days Max. 8 participants

J220High Power Rectifier Systems Operation & Maintenance

Course goalABB high power rectifier systems are employed in electro-chemical electrolysis processes, graphite electrolysis plants, and DC-arc furnaces. Typically, such plants consist of at least a rectifier-transformer, rectifier power part, rectifier cooling unit and control system. The course goal is to operate and make appropriate mainte-nance on high power rectifier systems.

Learning objectivesUpon completion of this course, the participants know:– Basic theory of power electronics and rectifier technology– Basics of rectifier system design– The typical design and configuration of rectifier systems– The major components and main sections of rectifier -sys-

tems– Operation, operation levels and control principles– Maintenance schemes

PrerequisitesBasic understanding of electrical systems and power electronics

Topics– Basics of rectifier theory– Rectifier connections– 3-phase rectifier bridge– Star-star surge reactor configuration– Regulator function– Phase control for thyristor applications– Tap changer and transductor control for diode rectifier -sys-

tems– System design– Design and system arrangement– On-load tab changer transformer– Parallel operation of rectifier groups

Typical arrangement– Rectifier transformer– Rectifier part– Cooling unit– System Control


– Local control system– Master control concept– Man Machine communication– The AC 800PEC Control system– Reading of drawings and manuals– Operation and operation levels

J210High Power Rectifier Systems Service & Commissioning

Course goalABB high power rectifier systems are employed in electro-chemical electrolysis processes, graphite electrolysis plants, and DC-arc furnaces. Typically, such plants consist of at least a rectifier-transformer, rectifier power part, rectifier cooling unit and control system. The course goal is to enhance participants to do commissioning and service on high power rectifier systems.

Learning objectivesUpon completion of this course, the participants know:– The theory of power electronics and rectifier technology– Basics of rectifier system design– The typical design and configuration of rectifier systems– The major components and main sections of rectifier -sys-

tems– Operation and operation levels– Measurement and trouble shooting– Safety & Handling– Commissioning procedure

PrerequisitesUnderstanding of electrical systems and power electronics

Topics– Basics of rectifier theory– Rectifier connections– 3-phase rectifier bridge– Star-star surge reactor configuration– Regulator function– Phase control for thyristor applications– Tap changer and transductor control for diode rectifier -sys-

tems– System design– Design and system arrangement– On-load tab changer transformer– Parallel operation of rectifier groups

Typical arrangement– Rectifier transformer– Rectifier power part– Cooling unit– System Control


– Local control system– Master control concept– Man Machine communication– The AC 800PEC Control system– Reading of drawings and manuals– Measurement & Troubleshooting– Safety & Health– Rectifier hands on training

MethodsLectures and demonstrationsFull functional rectifier demonstration unit with simulator Factory visit tour



MethodsLectures, PresentationsDemonstrationsExercisesFull functional rectifier demonstration unit with simulator

DurationTwo daysNumber of Participants: max. 6

J252FOCS Level 2

Course goalThe Fiber-Optic Current Sensor is a revolutionary current mea-surement device based on optical components. The outstand-ing accuracy under various ambient conditions implies that the Sensor has to be installed with care.The course goal is to lead Level 2 certification on FOCS, which allows the participant to change configurations, backup and restore the FOCS Firmware and to service the sensor -electron-ics.

Learning objectivesUpon completion of this course the participants will be able to:– understand the parameters and the several configurations– Understand the interface– Calibrate the analog outputs– Integrate Profibus and PowerLink– Backup or change the firmware– Perform basic troubleshooting tasks

ParticipantsService and Commissioning Engineers, who have completed FOCS course level 1

PrerequisitesFOCS course level 1 completed

TopicsLectures– Parameters and configuration– Digital interfaces– Integration of digital interfaces– CalibrationExercises– Functional tests– Change of configuration parameters– Servicing and replacing of sensor electronics– Backup and restoration of FOCS firmware– Integration of Profibus and PowerLink

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– Safety & Health– Applicable maintenance

MethodsLectures and demonstrationsSemiconductor replacement demonstrationFull functional rectifier demonstration unit with simulator Factory visit tour

ParticipantsPeople who operates and/or maintain high power rectifier -sys-tems


J251FOCS Level 1

Course goalThe Fiber-Optic Current Sensor is a revolutionary current mea-surement device based on optical components. The outstand-ing accuracy under various ambient conditions implies that the Sensor has to be installed with care.The course goal is to lead to Level 1 certification on FOCS which allows the participant to install and start-up the sensor on our behalf.

Learning objectivesUpon completion of this course the participants will be able to:– Know the principle of operation of the FOCS– Identify the components and the several configurations– Operate the sensor– Carry out installation and commissioning of the sensor– Perform basic troubleshooting tasks

ParticipantsApplicationTestService and Commissioning Engineers

PrerequisitesBasic knowledge of electronicsPersonal computer knowledge

TopicsLectures– Theoretical product introduction– Overview of product documents and user’s manual– Handling hints for sensorExercises– Unpacking of equipment– Inspection of equipment– Installation of sensor head– Laying of optical cable– Installation of sensor electronics– Putting into operation– Testing of sensor– Installation and test report



Duration3 days Number of Participants: max. 8

J340UNITROL® P Service and Commissioning

Course goal UNITROL® P is the name of ABB static excitation systems for synchronous machines. The controller runs with the Program-mable High Speed Controller technology (PHSC) in order to achieve excellent controller performance.The course goal is to teach students to use the function pro-gramming language FUPLA 2 for re-programming of the UNI-TROL® P processing unit (PSR2) and to implement the modi-fications. Students will learn to use the documentation, install and use FUPLA to program and troubleshoot UNITROL® P automatic voltage regulators and excitation systems.

Learning objectivesUpon completion of this course, the students:– Know the design aspects of UNITROL® P– Know the principle mode of operation of the devices– Know the UNITROL® P user software and can read the

FUPLA – Are able to modify parameters and the logic control software– Are able to put a UNITROL® P system into service

ParticipantsProject design engineersCommissioning engineersTesting and maintenance personnel

PrerequisitesBasic knowledge in electronics and digital techniqueBasic personal computer knowledge

TopicsPSR2 Processing Unit– Operation principles– Settings– Memory organization, data formats– Program control– I/O device knowledge– ARCnet couplerOperating Program Language FUPLA2– Installation– PTS Shell (Programming tools)

- Editor (Fup and state chart)- Configuration manager and code generator- Documenting- Debugger

– Program structure- Function blocks, function block library- Project design

UNITROL® PChannel configuration, design aspectsHardware, interfaces, ARCnet devices, converter electronicsAVR software of UNITROL® P

PresentationsDemonstrationsExercises


J320UNITROL® P Operation and Maintenance

Course goal UNITROL® P is the name of ABB static excitation systems for synchronous machines. The controller runs with the Program-mable High Speed Controller technology (PHSC) in order to achieve excellent controller performance. The course goal is to teach students to operate, maintain and perform simple trouble-shooting of the excitation system or automatic voltage regulator (AVR).

Learning objectivesUpon completion of the course students will be able to operate the system, perform standard maintenance, and trace and cor-rect simple faults.

ParticipantsOperator and maintenance staff in power plants and industrial sites with UNITROL® P excitation system

PrerequisitesBasic knowledge of electronics and power generation

TopicsBasics of the synchronous machineDuties of excitation systemMajor components of the UNITROL® P excitation systemThe main software function of UNITROL® P– Voltage regulator– Limiters– Power System stabilizer PSS– Superimposed regulators (Power factor and Var control)– Monitoring and protection Operating aspects– Local operating panel– Start/Stop sequence– Commands and IndicationsMaintenance aspects– Reading the hardware drawing and tracing signals– Maintenance schedule– Alarm and fault indication– How to use the debugger using the FUPLA tool– What to do in case of troubles– How to replace hardware devices

MethodsLecturesHands on training using demo equipment with generator-simu-lator




J520UNITROL® F Operation and Maintenance

Course goal UNITROL® F provides a comprehensive range of Automatic Voltage Regulators and Static Excitation Systems for high per-formance control of all kind of synchronous machines.The course goal is to teach students to operate, maintain and perform simple troubleshooting of the excitation system or auto-matic voltage regulator (AVR).

Learning objectivesUpon completion of the course students will be able to operate the system, perform standard maintenance, and trace and cor-rect simple faults.

ParticipantsOperator and maintenance personnel in power plants and industrial sites

PrerequisitesBasic knowledge of electronics and power generationBasic personal computer knowledge

TopicsBasics of the synchronous machineDuties of excitation systemMajor components of the UNITROL® F excitation systemThe main software function of UNITROL® F– Voltage regulator– Limiters– Power System stabilizer PSS– Superimposed regulators (Power factor and Var control)– Monitoring and protection Operating aspects– Local service panel– Start/Stop sequence– Commands and IndicationsMaintenance aspects– Reading the hardware drawing and tracing signals– Maintenance schedule– Alarm and fault indication– How to use the commissioning and maintenance tool CMT– What to do in case of troubles– How to replace hardware devices

MethodsLecturesHands on training using demo equipment with generator simula-tor

Duration3 days Number of Participants: max. 8Tailor made on-site courses on request

– Voltage regulator, limiters, PSS, superimposed regulators– Channel and follow-up control– Monitoring and protectionTroubleshooting and commissioning aspects

MethodsLecturesPractical exercises with FUPLA using a PC and the table modulePractical exercises using the UNITROL® P demo unit


J390UNITROL® P Hands-on and Update Training

Course goalConsecutively to the J340 Service and Commissioning course the participants can deepen their knowledge on UNITROL P by completing the J390 hands-on course. Based on practical exer-cises the students get familiar with the handling of the tools and application software of the UNITROL P excitation system using simulators. The simulation of the synchronous machine with the grid system allow to carry out realistic commissioning work. Most of the time the participants work on his own supported by an instructor.

Learning objectivesAfter completion of the course the participants are able to:– Carry out functional test of the various software functions

such as voltage and field current regulators, limiters, power system stabilizer, monitoring and protection etc.

– Trouble shoot the UNITROL P system

ParticipantsApplication, Test, Service and Commissioning Engineers

PrerequisitesCompletion of the J340 Service and Commissioning course

Topics– Calibration of actual values– Optimization of the various regulators– Functional tests of the limiters– Test of channel and mode transfer.– Functional test of the follow up control system– Test of reactive power and power factor controller – Commissioning and test of the power system stabilizer– Test of the monitoring and protection function– Programming of additional signals– Trouble shooting procedures

MethodsPractical hands-on training using simulators and demo units based on well-chosen exercises.Periodically discussion of problems/questions with the instructor





J590UNITROL® F Hands-on and Update Training

Course goalConsecutively to the J540 Service and Commissioning course the participants can deepen their knowledge on UNITROL® F by completing the J590 hands-on course. Based on practical exercises the students get familiar with the handling of the tools and application software of the UNITROL® F excitation system using simulators. The simulation of the synchronous machine with the grid system allows carrying out realistic commissioning work. Most of the time the participants work on his own sup-ported by an instructor.

Learning objectivesAfter completion of the course the participants are able to:– Carry out functional test of the various software functions


– Program of additional functions and signals– Troubleshoot the UNITROL® F system

ParticipantsApplication, Test, Service and Commissioning engineersMaximum of 4 participants

PrerequisitesCompletion of the J540 Service and Commissioning course

Topics– Calibration of actual values– Optimization of the various regulators– Functional tests of the limiters– Test of channel and mode transfer– Functional test of the follow up control system– Test of reactive power and power factor controller – Commissioning and test of the power system stabilizer– Test of the monitoring and protection function– Programming of additional functions and signals– Troubleshooting procedures

MethodsPractical hands-on training using simulators and demo units based on well-chosen exercises.Periodically discussion of problems/questions with the instructor


J540UNITROL® F Service and Commissioning

Course goalUNITROL® F provides a comprehensive range of Automatic Voltage Regulators and Static Excitation Systems for high per-formance control of all kind of synchronous machines.The course goal is to teach students to start-up, adjust, oper-ate, maintain and troubleshoot the static excitation system (SES) or automatic voltage regulator (AVR).

Learning objectivesUpon completion of this course, the students:– Know the design aspects of UNITROL® F and its possible

configuration– Know the principle mode of operation of the electronic

devices– Can operate the voltage regulator– Are able to localize and replace defective components– Are able to apply the Commissioning and Maintenance Tool– Are able to put a UNITROL® F system into operation

ParticipantsProject design and commissioning engineersTesting and maintenance personnel


TopicsConfiguration for various applications– Single channel and double channel configurationPrinciple operation of the hardware– Measuring units, I/O interfaces– UNITROL® F excitation module– Optional devices (Diode failure relay, Power system -stabi-

lizer, Extended I/O board)– Converter types (Thyristor, Chopper)Software Functions– Voltage regulator with limiters and power system stabilizer– Channel and follow-up control– Monitoring and protection– Superimposed controllers (Power factor and Var control)– Data exchange on double channel systems– Setting of configuration and parameters using local control

panel and CMT tool– Logic control– Communication to superior data buses (MODBUS / Profibus)– The most important parametersHow to use the Commissioning and Maintenance Tool (CMT)– How to change parameters– How to display signals using data logger and trending– How to program application function blocksService and Commissioning aspects– Commissioning procedures and settings– Alarm Indications– Troubleshooting– Preventive Maintenance



– How to tune the closed loop controllers– How to operate the voltage regulator using the PC-tool– Exercises using the demo equipment and PC-ToolServicing and Faults– Commissioning aspects– Trouble shooting– Maintenance aspects


Duration3 days Number of Participants: max. 6Tailor made on-site courses on request

J620UNITROL® 5000 Operation and Maintenance

Course goalUNITROL® 5000 is a further product of UNITROL® series of excitation systems introduced by ABB Switzerland Ltd.. It is a microprocessor-based system using the state-of-the-art tech-nologies currently available. Its design is based on ABB’s over 35 years of experience in solid-state AVRs as well as 10 years in microprocessor-based technology in this field.The course goal is to teach students to start-up, adjust, oper-ate, and maintain the UNITROL® 5000 excitation system

Learning objectivesUpon completion of this course, the students: – Remember the synchronous machine and its operating con-

ditions– Know the duties of excitation systems– Know the design aspects of UNITROL® 5000 and standard

configuration– Know the principle mode of operation of the electronic

devices– Can operate the voltage regulator using the local panels – Can read and interpret the hardware and software drawings– Can use the commissioning and maintenance tool – Are able to display signals – Can explain the most important software functions– Can identify and interpret alarm indication– Can read the fault logger – Are able to localize and replace defective components– Is able to carry out maintenance work on the excitation -sys-

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ParticipantsOperator and maintenance personnel in power plants and industrial sites

PrerequisitesBasic knowledge of electronics and power generationBasic knowledge using personal computer

J130UNITROL® 1000 Service and Commissioning

Course goal UNITROL® 1000 provides a comprehensive range of Automatic Voltage Regulators and is intended for small generators and industrial synchronous machines. The maximum output cur-rent for continuous operation is 20 ADC. The most advanced microprocessor technology together with IGBT semiconductor technology allows it to be used in all conceivable areas of appli-cation.The course goal is to teach students to operate, maintain and perform simple troubleshooting of the automatic voltage regula-tor (AVR).

Learning objectivesUpon completion of the course students will be able to operate the system either using the front panel or the PC tool, perform standard maintenance work and put the UNITROL 1000 in ser-vice

Participants- Operator and maintenance personnel in power plants and industrial sites- Test and commissioning engineers


TopicsBasics of the synchronous machineDuties of excitation systemMajor components of the UNITROL® 1000The Hardware configurations and parts– Control elements– Device connections– Inputs/outputsThe main software function of UNITROL® 1000– Voltage regulator– Limiters– Power factor and Var control– Droop compensation mode – Boost output– Synchronization– Monitoring and protection – Double channel configuration Operating aspects– How to use the front plate panel– Start/Stop sequence– Commands and Indications– Field bus communication (Modbus)– Exercises using the demo equipmentHow to use the PC-tool– How to install the PC-tool– How to display signals– How to change parameter– How to use the oscilloscope function– How to configure I/O’s



– Can read and interpret the hardware and software drawings– Can use the commissioning and maintenance tool – Are able to change parameters and display signals– Can explain the most important software functions– Are able to implement new standard function blocks to the

software– Can identify and interpret alarm indication– Can read the fault logger – Are able to localize and replace defective components– Are allowed to start the certification program for commis-

sioning UNITROL® 5000


PrerequisitesBasic knowledge of electronics and power generationPersonal computer knowledge is required

TopicsBasic operating condition of the synchronous machineConfigurations of UNITROL® 5000 for various applicationsSingle channel and double channel configurationPrinciple operation of the hardware– Measuring units, I/O interfaces– Controller board– Fast I/O– ARCnet field bus– Converter types– Local service and control panelPrinciple operation of the software – Voltage regulator with limiters and power system stabilizer– Channel and follow-up control– Monitoring and protection– Superimposed cos phi / VAr control– Data exchange on dual-channel systems– Setting of configuration and parameters using local panel

and CMT tool– Logic control– Communication to superior data buses (MODBUS / Profibus)– Most important parameters– Using commissioning and maintenance tool– How to change parameters, how to record signals using the

data logger and trending window– How to add application function blocks– How to read the fault loggerService and Commissioning aspects– Commissioning procedures and settings– Alarm indication– Troubleshooting using the help of the users manual– Preventive Maintenance

MethodsLectures for introductionPractical exercise using UNITROL® 5000 excitation demo equipmentHands-on training using generator simulator

Duration5 days Number of participants: max. 8

TopicsBasic operating condition of the synchronous machineDuties of excitation systemsConfigurations of UNITROL® 5000 – Single channel and double channel configurationPrinciple operation of the hardware– Measuring units, I/O interfaces– Controller board– Fast I/O– ARCnet field bus– Converter types– Local service and control panelPrinciple operation of the software – Voltage regulator with limiters and power system stabilizer– Channel and follow-up control– Monitoring and protection– Superimposed cos phi / VAr control– Communication to superior data buses (MODBUS / Profibus)Using commissioning and maintenance tool– How to read signals and the fault logger– How to record and display signals with the data logger and

trending windowMaintenance aspects– How to localize and replace defective components– How to interpret alarms– What to do in case of troubles

MethodsLectures for introductionPractical exercise using UNITROL® 5000 excitation demo -equipmentHands-on training using generator simulator

Duration4 days Number of participants: max. 8Tailor made on site courses on request


Course goalUNITROL® 5000 is a microprocessor-based system using the state-of-the-art technologies. Its design is based on ABB’s over 35 years of experience in solid-state AVR’s as well as 10 years in microprocessor-based technology in this field.The course goal is to teach students to start-up, adjust, oper-ate, maintain and troubleshoot the UNITROL® 5000 excitation system

Learning objectivesUpon completion of this course, the students: – Remember the synchronous machine and its operating con-

ditions– Know the duties of excitation systems– Know the design aspects of UNITROL® 5000 and its pos-

sible configuration– Know the principle mode of operation of the electronic

devices– Can operate the voltage regulator using the local panel




Course goal UNITROL® 6080 is the newest product of UNITROL series of excitation systems introduced by ABB Switzerland AG. It is a microprocessor-based system using the state-of-the-art tech-nologies currently available. Its design is based on ABB’s high performance controller family AC 800PEC.The course goal is to teach students how to put UNITROL® 6080 excitation system in service

Learning objectivesUpon completion of this course, the students: – Remembers the synchronous machine and its operating

conditions– Know the design aspects of UNITROLÒ 6080 and its pos-

sible configuration– Can explain the hardware concept and used configuration of

the UNITROL® 6080 excitation system– Are familiar with the principle mode of operation of the -elec-

tronic devices with its indication and settings– Can read and interpret the hardware drawing– Are able to operate the voltage regulator using the excitation

control terminal– Are able to set parameters on all important software func-

tions such us limiters, protection, monitoring functions etc.– Are able to tune the closed loop controllers– Are able to localize and replace defective components– Are able to test and put the UNITROLÒ 6080 in service– Are allowed to start the certification program for commis-

sioning UNITROLÒ 6080



Topics– Basic of excitation system and operating condition of the

synchronous machine– Configurations of UNITROL® 6080 with its redundancy prin-

ciple– Setup and principle of operation of the hardware

− Main Controller− Measuring and I/O interfaces− HMI and Communications− Excitation Control Terminal ECT− Service Control Panel SCP− Power Converter

– Principle operation of the software – Voltage regulator with limiters and power system stabilizer– Superimposed cos phi / VAr control– Channel and follow-up control– Monitoring and protection– Logic control

J649UNITROL® 5000 Hands-on and Update Training

Course goalConsecutively to the J640 Service and Commissioning course the participants can deepen their knowledge on UNITROL® 5000 by completing the J690 hands-on course. Based on prac-tical exercises the students get familiar with the handling of the tools and application software of the UNITROL® 5000 excita-tion system using simulators. The simulation of the synchronous machine with the grid system allows carrying out realistic com-missioning work. Most of the time the participants work on their own, supported by an instructor.

Learning objectivesAfter completion of the course the participants are able to:– carry out functional test of the various software functions


– program of additional functions and signals– troubleshoot the UNITROL® 5000 system

ParticipantsApplication, Test, Service and Commissioning engineers, maxi-mum 4 participants

PrerequisitesCompletion of the J640 UNITROL 5000 Service and Commis-sioning course.

Topics– Calibration of actual values– Optimization of the various regulators– Functional tests of the limiters– Test of channel and mode transfer– Functional test of the follow up control system– Test of reactive power and power factor controller – Commissioning and test of the power system stabilizer– Test of the monitoring and protection function– Programming of additional functions and signals– Troubleshooting procedures

MethodsPractical hands-on training using simulators and demo units based on well-chosen exercises.Periodically discussions of problems/questions with the instruc-tor.

Duration3 days



– Are able to operate the voltage regulator using the excitation control terminal:

– Can explain the most important software functions– Are able to localize and replace defective components– Is able to carry out the maintenance work based on the

maintenance schedule

ParticipantsOperation and maintenance personnel




ciple– Setup and principle of operation of the hardware devices

− Main Controller− Measuring and I/O interfaces− HMI and Communications− Excitation Control Terminal ECT− Converter Control Panel CCP− Power Converter

– Principle operation of the software – Voltage regulator with limiters and power system stabilizer– Superimposed cos phi / VAr control– Channel and follow-up control– Monitoring and protection– Ethernet addressing and communication to upper control

systems– How to use the tools for UNITROL 6800 utilized for mainte-

nance− PECinstaller and configurator tool− Excitation Control Terminal

– How to use the Local Control Terminal ECT− operate the excitation system locally− Verify the operating point of the synchronous machine− Displaying signals on the panel− use the trending and transient recorder− reading the event/alarm logger − identify and interpret alarm indication

– How to use the Converter Control Panel– Maintenance and troubleshooting procedures– How to replace hardware components– How to verify proper operation of the excitation system– How to perform functional tests



– Ethernet addressing and communication to upper control systems

– How to use the tools for UNITROL 6080 used for commis-sioning− PECinstaller and configurator tool− Excitation Control Terminal

– How to use the Local Control Terminal ECT or the Service Control Panel SCP− operate the excitation system locally− how to change parameters, parameter compare function− how to set up a particular configuration− How to download software − use the trending and transient recorder− reading the event/alarm logger − identify and interpret alarm indication− How to use test plug-ins

– Service and commissioning procedures– How to replace hardware components– How to verify proper operation of the excitation system– How to perform functional tests– Commissioning procedures and settings– Maintenance and troubleshooting procedures




Course goalUNITROL® 6800 is the newest product of UNITROL series of excitation systems introduced by ABB Switzerland AG. It is a microprocessor-based system using the state-of-the-art tech-nologies currently available. Its design is based on ABB’s high performance controller family AC 800PEC. UNITROL® 6800 is mainly used for high demanding static excitation system.The course goal is to teach students to operate, maintain and troubleshoot the UNITROL® 6800 excitation system


conditions– Know the duties of excitation systems– Can explain the hardware concept and used configuration of

the UNITROL® 6800 excitation system– Are familiar with the principle mode of operation of the elec-

tronic devices with its indication and settings– Can read and interpret the hardware drawing



– How to use the Local Control Terminal ECT or the Service Control Panel SCP− operate the excitation system locally− Verify the operating point of the synchronous machine− Displaying signals on the panel− use the trending and transient recorder− reading the event/alarm logger − identify and interpret alarm indication

– Maintenance and troubleshooting procedures– How to replace hardware components– How to verify proper operation of the excitation system– How to perform functional tests



J685UNITROL® 6000 Overview

Course goalSince many years, UNITROL® is a synonym for high Since many years, UNITROL® is a synonym for high quality Automatic Voltage Regulators (AVR) and Static Excitation Systems (SES). UNITROL 6000 is the latest technical development, a logical continuation of this tradition. It is a very flexible product range based on reusable modules. With single / double channel con-trol configuration (additional back-up controller on request) and a wide selection of thyristor bridge modules, the system can be configured to meet all field data and availability requirements.The course goal is to introduce the participants to the UNI-TROL® 6000 excitation system.

Learning objectivesUpon completion of this course, the students: – are able to be partner on system discussion– are able to explain the benefit of UNITROL® 6000 to former

UNITROL® systems.– Are familiar with the system architecture of UNITROL® 6000

and its hardware configuration– are able to line up various system configurations based on a

system specification– are able to explain the system connectivity of UNITROL®

6000 (I/O, Fieldbus to upper control systems etc.)– are familiar with the tool concept of UNITROL® 6000

ParticipantsProject Manager, Application and Sales Engineers

PrerequisitesBasic knowledge of electronics


Course goal UNITROL® 6080 is the newest product of UNITROL series of excitation systems introduced by ABB Switzerland AG. It is a microprocessor-based system using the state-of-the-art tech-nologies currently available. Its design is based on ABB’s high performance controller family AC 800PEC.The course goal is to teach students to operate, maintain and troubleshoot the UNITROL® 6080 excitation system


conditions– Know the duties of excitation systems– Can explain the hardware concept and used configuration of

the UNITROL® 6080 excitation system– Are familiar with the principle mode of operation of the -elec-

tronic devices with its indication and settings– Can read and interpret the hardware drawing– Are able to operate the voltage regulator using the excitation

control terminal:– Can explain the most important software functions– Are able to localize and replace defective components– Is able to carry out the maintenance work based on the

maintenance schedule

ParticipantsOperation and maintenance personnel




ciple– Setup and principle of operation of the hardware

− Main Controller− Measuring and I/O interfaces− HMI and Communications− Excitation Control Terminal ECT− Service Control Panel SCP− Power Converter

– Principle operation of the software – Voltage regulator with limiters and power system stabilizer– Superimposed cos phi / VAr control– Channel and follow-up control– Monitoring and protection– Logic control– Ethernet addressing and communication to upper control

systems– How to use the tools for UNITROL 6080 utilized for mainte-

nance− PECinstaller and configurator tool− Excitation Control Terminal



PrerequisitesCompletion of the J681course

Topics– Software handling, upload/download using SW tools – Using the excitation control terminal ECT– Application parameter settings, configuration, calibration – Optimization and tuning of the closed loop control circuits– Troubleshooting procedures: fault finding and repairing

MethodsPractical hands-on training using the demo units, and demo control boards based on well-chosen exercises.Discussion of problems and questions supported by the instruc-tor.


J692UNITROL® 6800 Upgrade Training UN6080 to UN6800

Course goalParticipants who would like to extend their knowledge from UN6080 to UN6800 shall attended the J692 upgrade training. The course goal is to teach the students on how to handle the UN6800 control hardware and converter system based on the knowledge gained with the J681 and J688 course. J692 will be conducted consecutively to the J681/J688 course and provides UN6800 training units for the practical part based on exercises with instructor’s support.

Learning objectivesUpon completion of this course, the students: – Know the design aspects of UNITROL 6800 and its -pos-

sible configuration– Are familiar with the principle mode of operation of the -elec-

tronic devices– Can read and interpret the hardware drawing– Are able to operate the voltage regulator using the excitation

control terminal:– Is familiar with the software structure and its handling

(upload, download– Are able to localize and replace defective components– Are familiar with the test and commissioning procedure of

UNITROL® 6800– Are allowed to start the certification program for commis-

sioning UNITROL® 6800.


PrerequisitesCompletion of J689 course

Topics– What is UNITROL® 6000– Application range– UNITROL® 6000 System Topology

- Control arrangement- Converter topology- Operating range

– UNITROL® 6000 Hardware concept- Principle of operation of the hardware devices used in UN6800 as well as UN6080

– What is new compared to former UNITROL®– UNITROL® 6000 software concept

- Software structure (FPGA, MATLAB/Simulink, Control IT)- Standard software- Customizing the software, Engineering aspects- Software features- Tools used for UNITROL® 6000- Software download concepts

– Documentation/Training

MethodsLectures for introductionDiscussions

Duration1 day Number of Participants: max. 10

J688UNITROL® 6080 Hands-on and Update Training

Course goalThe course goal is to updated the participants on the latest software and hardware releases of the UNITROL® 6080 Exci-tation systems. This course is also highly recommended for those who would like to practice and deepen their knowledge on UNITROL® 6080. Based on practical exercises the students get familiar with the handling of the control hardware and appli-cation software using demo units and control boards. The fully functioning UN6080 demo units with the real time generator simulators allows to carry out real commissioning and trouble-shooting as well as maintenance works. Most of the time the participants work on their own supported by an instructor.

Learning objectivesAfter completion of the course the participants are able to:– Operate the UNITROL® 6080 Voltage Regulators using the

Excitation Control Terminal– Configure, scale and calibrate the software– Optimize and tune all closed loop control circuit– Perform functional tests– Carry out repairing and preventive maintenance works– Troubleshoot the excitation system– Put the UNITROL® 6080 voltage regulator in service




“Sequence Flow Charts”– define and differentiate between Parameter and Variables– exchange signals between the Control Modules

“StateMachine” and “OperatorSelect”– link signals and parameters to the Excitation Control Termi-

nal and update the ECT-database using the CT manage-ment studio

– modify an existing “Interaction Window”– use the On-line editor and Test Mode for debugging and

testing

ParticipantsEngineering and commissioning personnel

PrerequisitesJ400 AC 800PEC Hardware and Tools or J681 UNITROL6080 Service and Commissioning training completedBasic knowledge of Control Builder is advantageous but not required

TopicsIntroduction to the Control Builder M Version 5 based on the UNITROL 6000 template– Installation of the Control Builder for AC 800PEC, required

Tool Box– Design and structure of the UN6080/6800 Control Builder

template– The Project Explorer– Library concept of UN6000– Meaning and definition of variables und parameter and its

naming– Used data types in UN6000– Task allocation in UN6000– Interface to the periphery such us I/O devices. field bus,

Simulink– How to trace signals, signal tree of UN6000– The Interaction Windows of UN6000– The programming language “Structured Text” or “Sequence

Flow Charts, SFC”– Die Help function of the control Builder– Exercises for the various chaptersHow to use the FlashUtility Tool for AC 800PEC– Installation of the FlashUtility tool– Download of the ControlIT software to the flash of the AC

800PECProgramming of additional functions based on a main programming exercise– Programming of sub-exercises using “Structured Text” or

Sequence Flow Charts SFC”– Create new Code Tabs– Linking signals to the existing standard software based on

the UN6080 template– Connect signals between Control Modules e.g.

“StateMachine” and “OperatorSelect” and ECT– Extend the ECT data base with additional signals/param-

eters by means of the CT Management Studio– Modification of an existing Interaction Window of UN6080– On-line Editor and test mode for debugging and testing of

the created software– Project reporting of deviations to the standard software


synchronous machine– Configurations of UNITROL® 6080 for various applications

with its redundancy principle– Setting, Indication and principle of operation of the hardware

devices − Main Controller AC 800PEC − Measuring and I/O interfaces (CIO) − Converter Interface (CCI) − Excitation Control Terminal ECT − Converter Control Panel CCP − Converter types

– Principle of operation of the software, difference to UN6080– Ethernet addressing and communication to upper control

systems– How to use the tools for UNITROL 6800 utilized for commis-

sioning − PECinstaller and configurator tool for SW download and upload − Excitation Control Terminal

– How to use the Local Control Terminal ECT − How to setup up a particular configuration − How to change parameters, how to record signals using the data logger and trending features − Software downloads

– Discussion of the most important parameters– Hands-on Training using UN6800 training equipment

MethodsLectures for introductionPractical exercise using UNITROL® 6080 excitation demo equipmentHands-on training using generator simulator


J693UNITROL® 6000 Control Builder Programming for UNITROL® 6000

Course goal This course is dedicated to those participants who want to gain a deeper knowledge on the ControlIT Software of UNITROL 6000 excitation systems. The participants learn how to program and modify additional function based on the existing standard software of UNITROL6080/6800

Learning objectivesUpon completion of this course, the students are able to:– use the Control Builder M and FlashUitility Tools for UNI-

TROL6000– use the “Interaction Windows” for commissioning and con-

figuration of the software– add and implement functions to the existing standard soft-

ware using the programming languages “structured text” or



– Program structure– Data formats– Memory mapping– Macro technique

MethodsLecturesExercises using the programming tools on table models

Duration5 daysNumber of participants: max. 8

J900SYNCHROTACT® 5 Operation and Commissioning

Course goalSYNCHROTACT® products from ABB are used for automatic synchronization of generators with power lines and for parallel-ing of synchronous lines. The are designed for fully-automatic paralleling of monitoring of paralleling (SYNCHROCHECK) by means of dual-channel or single-channel systems.The course goal is to teach students to operate the device and set up the appropriate system parameter.

Learning objectivesThe course goal is to teach students to operate the device and set up the appropriate system parameter.Upon completion of this course, the students:– Know the basic requirement of a synchronizing equipment– Understand the meaning of the parameter settings– Know how to calculate and change parameters– Can apply SYNCHROTACT® 5 to specific system– Are able to put the SYNCHROTACT® 5 into operation

ParticipantsProject design, commissioning, instrumentation and control engineersOperating, testing and maintenance personnelSales personnel who wish to gain a basic knowledge as well as a system overview

PrerequisitesBasic knowledge in electronics and electrical machines

TopicsBasic synchronizing theory– Paralleling conditions– Principle of paralleling– Modes to paralleling– Effects of bad paralleling– Hardware-specific information– Channel configurations– Software and parameter setting– How to use the SynView Tool– Test and commissioning aspects

MethodsPresentations and demonstrationsHands-on exercises with PC and table models


J950PSR2-FUPLA2 Programming

Course goalThe units of the PSR programmable high-speed The units of the PSR programmable high-speed controller make up a universal control, regulation and monitoring system which has been spe-cially devised for power converters. PSR devices have operated successfully for years in complex high speed controlling sys-tems for – Variable –speed drives– High power frequency converters– Static Var-compensator– Large rectifier plants – Excitation systems

The course goal is to teach the student how to use the FUPLA2 programming tool with the help of table models with PSR hard-ware. Most of the time the student will work on his own by pro-gramming prepared projects.

Learning objectivesUpon completion of this course, the students are able to:– Address the important device types– Write application programs with «FUPLA2»– Use the FUPLA2 Debugger– Modify existing FUPLA projects

ParticipantsProject design and commissioning engineersTesting engineers, who use a standardized PSR system

PrerequisitesKnowledge in electronics and digital techniquePersonal Computer knowledge

TopicsIntroduction to PSR2 technologyFunctions and setting of the PSR2 devices, such as– Processing unit– I/O modules– Gate control unit– ARCnet devicesOperating Program Language FUPLA2– PTS Shell– Editor– Configuration manager– Code generation– Debugger, diagnosis– PSRView application– Function block libraryProgramming aspects– How to set up a project



Fault-tracing and troubleshooting– Alarm and fault indications– Checking and replacing PCB’s and components– Using DriveWindow SW tool for configuration and trouble-

shooting– Getting help from ABB

MethodsLectures and demonstrationsPractical exercises with training equipmentFactory visit

Duration3 days Max. 8 participantsTailor made on-site training courses, on request

G710ACS 1000 Service and Commissioning

Course goalThe goal of the course is to introduce and instruct the service and commissioning engineer to the ACS 1000. To allow them to learn in a safe and instructive environment the techniques required to carry out the correct procedure in commissioning, servicing and maintaining the ACS 1000.

Learning objectivesThe participants will learn how to commission, operate, maintain and troubleshoot the ACS 1000 drive system.Upon completion of this course, the participants will be able to:– Understand the drive system topologyVerify and modify drive parametersLocate and replace faulty hardware components– Carry out service and maintenance work as well as fault-

tracing– Using MV Drive Portal database to update the knowledge of

the drive, get familiar with spare parts and warranty handling– Start the certification program for commissioning, after

completion of the certification program the participants are allowed to commission the medium voltage drive system

ParticipantsCommissioning engineers, testing and maintenance personnel

PrerequisitesGood engineering knowledge of AC drives and motorsPersonal computer knowledgeLaptops recommended (with DriveDebug and DriveWindow loaded) but not essentialSuccessful completion of the e-learning course (G711e) – The participant will be enrolled automatically into the e-learning course (G711e) by applying for the G710 course

MethodsLecturesPractical exercises using generator simulator and SYNCHRO-TACT® rack

Duration2 day Number of Participants: max. 6Tailor made on site courses on request

G700ACS 1000 Operation and Maintenance

Course goalThe goal of this course is to train the participants in the safe operation, control, configuration, troubleshooting and mainte-nance of the ACS 1000.

Learning objectivesThe course goal is to teach students to operate, maintain and troubleshoot the ACS 1000 drive, air-cooled and water-cooled units.Upon completion of this course, students will be able to locate the hardware components, to verify and replace drive’s parts and to perform preventive maintenance.The use of the available programming and troubleshooting tools is taught by practical operating exercises.

ParticipantsElectricians, technicians and engineers who operate, maintain or troubleshoot the ACS 1000

PrerequisitesBasic knowledge of AC motors and drives Basic knowledge of MS Windows based computers

TopicsGeneralities– ACS 1000 family overview, system requirements– AC motor and DTC control– Medium voltage safety requirementsHardware description (power electronics & control) – Component and PCB functions– Hardware schematics and electrical drawings– PCB settings and configuration– ACS 1000i characteristicsWater-cooled system – Water cooling circuit description– Preventive maintenanceOperation – Energize / de-energize the drive, start-stop sequence– Local operation with drive control panel and DriveWindow

tool– Remote controlSoftware introduction– Software structure, parameter’s description– Application configuration, parameter settings



Learning objectivesAfter completion of the course the participants are able to:– Operate the ACS 1000 – Carry out “cold” commissioning service work and preventive

maintenance – Troubleshoot the drive

ParticipantsService and commissioning engineers

PrerequisitesCompletion of the G710 Service and Commissioning courseLaptops recommended (with DriveDebug and DriveWindow loaded) but not essential

Topics– Powering the drive (auxiliary power)– Insulation resistance test– Commissioning and maintenance of Water Cooling Unit – Software download– Application parameter settings– Using SW tools (DriveWindow, DriveDebug)– Hardware component removal and replacement– Testing diodes and IGCT’s– Replacing diodes and IGCTs– Troubleshooting procedures: fault finding and repairing

MethodsPractical hands-on training using training equipment and control boards in combination with well-chosen exercises and limited theory. Discussion time with the instructor relating to problems and questions arisen during the course.

Duration3 daysMax. 6 participants

G731ACS 5000 Air Cooled Operation and Maintenance

Course goalThe goal of this course is to train the participants in the safe operation, control, configuration, troubleshooting and mainte-nance of the ACS 5000 air cooled.

Learning objectivesUpon completion of this course, students will be able to locate the hardware components, to verify and replace drive’s parts and to perform preventive maintenance.The use of the available programming and troubleshooting tools is taught by practical operating exercises.

ParticipantsElectricians, technicians and engineers who operate, maintain or troubleshoot ACS 5000 air cooled drives


Topics e-learning course (G711e)Generalities– ABB medium voltage drives family overview– Three-level inverter topology, DTC control– Options and typical applicationsHardware description (power electronics & control) – Main circuit diagram– Function of components and PCB’s– PCB settings and configurationWater cooling system – Water circuit descriptionProtection concept– Fault classes– Protective reactions

Topics classroom courseWater cooling system– Pre-commissioning procedure– Preventive maintenanceDrive commissioning – Drive system technical and environment requirements – Commissioning procedure, application configuration– Tests and reportsSoftware description– Software structure, parameter’s description– Pass codes, service parameters– Software download, programming, parameters upload /

download, FW back-up and restore– Fieldbus programming (interfacing with overriding system)Fault-tracing and troubleshooting– Alarm and fault indications– Measuring and replacing PCB’s and power components– Advanced software functions for troubleshooting, using

DriveWindow and DriveDebug – Warranty managing and reporting– Getting help from ABB

MethodsE-learning, internet based courseLectures and demonstrationsPractical exercises with training equipmentFactory visit

Duration3 days, plus 1 - 2 days e-learning Max. 8 participants

G719ACS 1000 Hands-on and Update Training

Course goalThe goal of the course is to refresh the skills needed to carry out service and commissioning of the ACS 1000 drive. Working mostly on their own the participants will become confident in the handling of components, commissioning of the drive and using the appropriate application software.



TopicsGeneralities– ACS 5000 family overview, system requirements– AC motor and DTC control– Medium voltage safety requirementsHardware description (power electronics & control) – Component and PCB functions– Hardware schematics and electrical drawings– PCB settings and configurationWater cooling system – Water circuit description– Preventive maintenanceOperation – Energize / de-energize the drive, start-stop sequence– Local operation with drive control panel and DriveWindow

tool– Remote controlSoftware introduction– Software structure, parameter’s description– Application configuration, parameter settings Fault-tracing and troubleshooting– Alarm and fault indications– Checking and replacing PCB’s and components– Using DriveWindow SW tool for configuration and trouble-






Learning objectivesThe participants will learn how to commission, operate, maintain and troubleshoot the ACS 5000 drive system.Upon completion of this course, the participants will be able to:– Understand the drive system topology– Verify and modify drive parameters– Locate and replace faulty hardware components– Carry out service and maintenance work as well as fault-




TopicsGeneralities– ACS 5000 family overview, system requirements– AC motor and DTC control– Medium voltage safety requirementsHardware description (power electronics & control) – Component and PCB functions– Hardware schematics and electrical drawings– PCB settings and configurationOperation – Energize / de-energize the drive, start-stop sequence– Local operation with drive control panel and DriveWindow





G732ACS 5000 Water Cooled Operation and Maintenance

Course goalThe goal of this course is to train the participants in the safe operation, control, configuration, troubleshooting and mainte-nance of the ACS 5000 water cooled.

Learning objectivesUpon completion of this course, students will be able to locate the hardware components, to verify and replace drive’s parts and to perform preventive maintenance.The use of the available programming and troubleshooting tools is taught by practical operating exercises.

ParticipantsElectricians, technicians and engineers who operate, maintain or troubleshoot ACS 5000 water cooled drives




The use of the available programming and troubleshooting tools is taught by practical operating exercises.

ParticipantsElectricians, technicians and engineers who operate, maintain or troubleshoot the ACS 6000


TopicsGeneralities– ACS 6000 family overview, system requirements– AC motor and DTC control– Medium voltage safety requirementsHardware description (power electronics & control) – Component and PCB functions– Hardware schematics and electrical drawings– PCB settings and configurationWater cooling system – Water circuit description– Preventive maintenanceOperation – Energize / de-energize the drive, start-stop sequence– Local operation with drive control panel and DriveWindow





G760ACS 6000 Service und Commissioning



PrerequisitesGood engineering knowledge of AC drives and motorsPersonal computer knowledgeLaptops recommended (with DriveDebug and DriveWindow loaded) but not essential

TopicsGeneralities– ABB medium voltage drives family overview– Five-level inverter topology, DTC control– Options and typical applicationsHardware description (power electronics & control) – Component and PCB functions– Hardware schematics and electrical drawings– PCB settings and configurationWater-cooled system – Water circuit description– Pre-commissioning procedure– Preventive maintenanceDrive commissioning – Drive system technical and environmental requirements – Commissioning procedure, application configuration– Tests and reportsSoftware description– Software structure, parameter’s description– Pass codes, service parameters– Software download, programming, parameters upload /






Course goalThe goal of this course is to train the participants in the safe operation, control, configuration, troubleshooting and mainte-nance of the ACS 6000.

Learning objectivesUpon completion of this course, students will be able to locate the hardware components, to verify and replace drive’s parts and to perform preventive maintenance.



MethodsE-learning, internet based course Lectures and demonstrationsPractical exercises with training equipmentFactory visit

Duration4 days, plus 1 - 2 days e-learningMax. 8 participants

G769ACS 6000 Hands-on and Update Training

Course goalThe goal of the course is to refresh the skills needed to carry out service and commissioning of the ACS 6000 drive. Working mostly on their own the participants will become confident in the handling of components, commissioning of the drive and using the appropriate application software.

Learning objectivesAfter completion of the course the participants are able to:– Operate the ACS 6000 – Carry out “cold” commissioning service work and preventive

maintenance – Troubleshoot the drive

ParticipantsService and commissioning engineers

PrerequisitesCompletion of the G760 Service and Commissioning courseLaptops recommended (with DriveDebug and DriveWindow loaded) but not essential

Topics– Powering the drive (auxiliary power)– Insulation resistance test– Commissioning and maintenance of Water Cooling Unit – Software download– Application parameter settings– Using SW tools (DriveWindow, DriveDebug)– Hardware component removal and replacement– Testing IGCT’s and diodes– Replacing IGCT’s and diodes– Troubleshooting procedures: fault finding and repairing

MethodsPractical hands-on training using training equipment and control boards in combination with well-chosen exercises and limited theory. Discussion time with the instructor relating to problems and questions arisen during the course.


Learning objectivesThe participants will learn how to commission, operate, maintain and troubleshoot the ACS 6000 drive system.Upon completion of this course, the participants will be able to:– Understand the drive system topology– Verify and modify drive parameters– Locate and replace faulty hardware components– Carry out service and maintenance work as well as fault-





PrerequisitesGood engineering knowledge of AC drives and motorsPersonal computer knowledgeLaptops recommended (with DriveDebug and DriveWindow loaded) but not essentialSuccessful completion of the e-learning course (G761e) – The participant will be enrolled automatically into the e-learning course (G761e) by applying for the G760 course.

Topics e-learning course (G761e)Generalities – ABB medium voltage drives family overview – Three-level inverter topology, DTC control – Options and typical applications Hardware description (power electronics & control) – Component and PCB functions – Hardware schematics and electrical drawings – PCB settings and configuration Water cooling system – Water circuit descriptionProtection concept– Fault classes– Protective reactions

Topics classroom courseWater cooling system – Pre-commissioning procedure– Preventive maintenanceDrive commissioning – Drive system technical and environmental requirements – Commissioning procedure, application configuration– Tests and reportsSoftware description– Software structure, parameter’s description– Pass codes, service parameters– Software download, programming, parameters upload /







Learning objectivesUpon completion of this course the participants will be able to:– Identify drive components, configure settings and under-

stand the drive system topology– Know the protection and safety concepts of the drive– Operate the drive, energizing, de-energizing, start, stop and

adjust speeds– Carry out service and maintenance work, fault-tracing and

be able to locate and replace faulty hardware components– Carry out the commissioning of the ACS 2000 drive system

in the most efficient manner using the corresponding tools– Perform basic troubleshooting tasks, using data loggers,

fault loggers, and DriveWindow– After completion of the certification program the participants

are allowed to commission the medium voltage drive system

Participant profileThis training is targeted at ABB’s service and commissioning engineers, testing and maintenance personnel

PrerequisitesGood knowledge of AC motor and drive engineeringGood personal computer skills and English knowledge are essential.Laptops (with DriveWindows and DriveDebug loaded).

Topics– Product overview– Drive technology– Control hardware– Power hardware– Installation of the drive– Operation– Application software– Software tools– Protection concept– Commissioning– Preventive maintenance– Troubleshooting

Course type and methodsThis is an instructor led course with lectures and demonstra-tionsPractical exercises with demonstration equipmentFactory visit



Course goalThe goal of this course is to train the participants in the safe operation, control, configuration, troubleshooting and mainte-nance of the ACS 2000. Through various training methods the students will develop their knowledge, confidence and skills in the handling of this Multi Level Voltage Source Inverter.

Learning objectivesUpon completion of this course the participants will be able to:– Understand the safety requirements of medium voltage– Know the protection and safety concepts of the drive– Identify drive components, configure settings and under-

stand the drive system topology– Operate the drive, energizing, de-energizing, start, stop and

adjust speeds– Carry out maintenance tasks– Perform basic troubleshooting tasks, using data loggers,

fault loggers and DriveWindow

Participant profileThis training is targeted to electricians, technicians and engi-neers, who will operate, maintain or troubleshoot the ACS 2000 drive system.

PrerequisitesBasic knowledge of MS Windows based computersTraining and documents will be in English

Topics– Overview– Control hardware– Power hardware– Operation– Installation of the drive system– Software– SW tools– Protection concept– Hands-on training– Preventive maintenance– Troubleshooting

Course type and methodsThis is an instructor led course with lectures and demonstra-tionsPractical exercises with demonstration equipmentFactory visit

Duration3 daysMax. 8 participantsTailor made on-site training courses, on request



Learning objectivesUpon completion of this course, the participants will be able to:– Understand the safety requirements of medium voltage– Understand the drive system topology– Identify drive components and configure settings– Operate the drive– Carry out preventive maintenance.– Perform basic troubleshooting tasks– Locate and replace faulty hardware components

Participant profileElectricians, Technicians and engineers, who will operate, main-tain or troubleshoot the PSR Cycloconverter drive system.

PrerequisitesBasic knowledge on synchronous motors and drives systemsTraining and documents will be in English.

Topics– Overview Cycloconverter Principals– Control Hardware– Power Hardware– Operation– Software Tools– Hands on Training– Preventive Maintenance– Troubleshooting– Life Cycle Information– Upgrade Possibilities (ACS6000c)

Course type and methodsLectures (Presentations) and demonstrationsPractical exercise with a miniature single phase converterPerform tests and measurements on an ACS6000c fully equipped demonstration driveVisit of MV Drives assembly lines

DurationThe duration is 3 days.

G875ACS 6000c Drive Operation and Main-tenance Training

Course goalThe participant will learn how to operate, maintain and trouble-shoot the ACS6000c Cycloconverter system.

He will also be informed on the road map of his product.

The trainee will also learn how to use the available programming and troubleshooting tools, and train with practical exercises.

G786eACS 2000 Sales (e-learning)

Course goalThe goal of this course is to familiarize the participant with the features, benefits and technology of the ACS 2000 to facilitate in the sales of the product.

Learning objectivesThe course gives a general introduction to the ACS 2000 as well as where the drive can be used and what are the environmental and commercial points that the end customers and sales chan-nels will find attractive.Upon completion of this course the participants will be able to understand and explain to others:– Where ACS 2000 fits into the ABB MV Drives portfolio– Main product features– Mechanical features– Software tools and options available for ACS 2000– When and where to use ACS 2000– Why customers should buy ACS 2000– ABB MV Drives Service and support

Participant profileThis training is targeted to sales and back office people working for both ABB and Technical Partners.

PrerequisitesThere are no prerequisites for this course, but it is advantageous to have some knowledge of AC drives theory and systems

Topics– Overview of ACS 2000– Software tools and options available for ACS 2000– Sales Argumentation– Software tools and options available for ACS 2000– Summary– Repetition questions of most important issues

Course type and methodsE-learning, internet based course

Duration0.5 day.

G870PSR Cycloconverter Drive Operation and Maintenance Training

Course goalThe participant will learn how to operate, maintain and trouble-shoot the PSR Cycloconverter system.He will also be informed on the road map of his product and on his possibilities to upgrading his system.The trainee will also learn how to use the available programming and troubleshooting tools, and train with practical exercises.



PrerequisitesThere are no prerequisites for taking this course, but some knowledge of electrical theory could be an advantage.

Topics– Overview of Drives– What does a drive do?– Basic components of a drive– Semiconductors– Where are drives used?– Why do we use drives?– Torque and Speed– System– ABB MV Drives Portfolio overview– Repetition questions of most important issues

Course type and methodsE-learning, internet based course

Duration0.5 day.

G791eMV Drives Introduction 2 (e-learning)

Course goalThe goal of this course is to introduce general technical informa-tion regarding MV Drives products, product features and system Issues.

Learning objectivesUpon completion of this course the participants will be able to understand and explain to others:– Basic and principles of El. Machines– Variable Speed Drive components– Protection- and control concept– Variable Speed Drive issues– Principle function and reasons for using Variable Speed

Drive– ABB MV Drives portfolio

ParticipantsThis course is designed for ABB employees and authorized Technical Partners

PrerequisitesCompletion of MV Drives Introduction 1 course, G790e.Some knowledge of electrical theory could be an advantage.

Topics– Product Overview – Basic and Principles of El. Machines– Variable Speed Drive Components– Variable Speed Drive topology & control types– Variable Speed Drive system issues– Repetition questions of most important issues

Course type and methodsE-Learning, internet based course

Learning objectivesUpon completion of this course, the participants will be able to:– Understand the safety requirements of medium voltage– Understand the drive system topology– Identify drive components and configure settings– Operate the drive– Carry out preventive maintenance.– Perform basic troubleshooting tasks– Locate and replace faulty hardware components

Participant profileElectricians, Technicians and engineers, who will operate, main-tain or troubleshoot the ACS6000c Cycloconverter drive system.

PrerequisitesBasic knowledge on synchronous motors and drives systemsTraining and documents will be in English.

Topics– Overview Cycloconverter Principals– Control Hardware– Power Hardware– Operation– Software Tools– Hands on Training– Preventive Maintenance– Troubleshooting– Life Cycle Information

Course type and methodsLectures (Presentations) and demonstrationsPerform tests and measurements on a fully equipped demon-stration driveVisit of MV Drives assembly lines

DurationThe duration is 4 days.

G790eMV Drives Introduction 1 (e-learning)

Course goal The goal of this course is to enable the student to understand the basic information regarding the operation and issues around AC Drives

Learning objectivesUpon completion of this course the participants will be able to understand and explain to others:– Basic electrical theory– Principle function and reasons for using Variable Speed

Drive– AC Drive main component– Available Variable Speed Drive topologies– ABB MV Drives portfolio

ParticipantsThis training is targeted to New ABB employees, customers and people who wish to know more about AC Variable Speed Drives.



G800MEGADRIVE LCI with PSR2 Operation and Maintenance

Course goal Load Commutated Inverters (MEGADRIVE LCI) or in other terms Static Frequency Converters (SFC) are used together with large synchronous motors as an adjustable speed drive or to start large gas turbines without high inrush current on the power sup-ply. These systems are available in a power range from 1MW up to 100MW. The course goal is to teach students to operate, maintain and troubleshoot a MEGADRIVE LCI controlled by PSR2.

Learning objectivesUpon completion of this course, the participants:– know the function of a MEGADRIVE LCI– know the different modes of operation– are able to operate and maintain a MEGADRIVE LCI– are able to localise faults and replace defective parts

Participants– Operating personnel – Maintenance personnel

Prerequisites– Basic electro technical knowledge– Basic knowledge of synchronous machines – Personal computer knowledge is recommended

TopicsPower electronics in general– The function of rectifiers and converters Static Frequency Converter – Principal function – Configuration for various applications– Regulation circuits– Characteristic curves– Limitations, monitoring and protectionOperation– Operating modes– AnnunciationSafety in relation to MEGADRIVE LCIDocumentation– Project documentation– How to read the Hardware schematicsHardware components – Functions, settings – Interfaces to peripherals– Water cooling / Air cooling– Maintenance and Trouble shooting– Replacement of thyristors– Software tool FUPLA (Debugger)– Test programs

Methods– Lectures and demonstrations – Practical exercises inclusive hands-on training using a LCI-

model– Factory tours

Duration1 day.

G795DriveMonitor

Course goal The goal of this course is to train the participants in the opera-tion, remote connection, configuration and troubleshooting of DriveMonitorTM. Through various training methods the students will develop their knowledge, confidence and skills in the handling of this monitor-ing system.

Learning objectivesUpon completion of this course the participants will be able to:– Access and use DriveMonitorTM – Know how to install and troubleshoot the system– Set-up the DriveMonitorTM for operational use – Remotely connect to DriveMonitorTM computer via an inter-

net connection– Remotely monitor the drive– Generate automatic reports

ParticipantsThis training is targeted to electricians, technicians and engi-neers, who will operate, maintain and troubleshoot the Drive-MonitorTM.

PrerequisitesBasic knowledge of MS Windows based computersBasic knowledge of the MV drivesGood English knowledge

Topics– Overview– Hardware description– Industrial PC with embedded firewall – Touch panel – Software presentation– Events (alarms, faults, signals and family definition, fault han-

dling), Loggers, Monitoring– Reporting– Installation and start-up: Fibre Optic (FO) and network hard-

ware connections, internet and DriveMonitorTM setting– NDBU95 settings

– Maintenance– Troubleshooting

MethodsThis is an instructor led course with lectures and demonstra-tionsPractical exercises with demonstration equipment

Duration2 daysMax. 4 participantsTailor made on-site training courses, on request



Hardware components – Functions, settings – Interfaces to peripherals– Water cooling / Air coolingMaintenance and Trouble shooting– Replacement of thyristors– Software tool FUPLA (Debugger)– Test programs

MethodsLectures and demonstrations Practical exercises inclusive hands-on trainingusing a LCI-modelFactory tour

Duration5 days Number of participants: Max. 6

G820MEGADRIVE LCI with AC 800PEC Operation and Maintenance

Course goal Load Commutated Inverters (MEGADRIVE LCI) or in other terms Static Frequency Converters (SFC) are used together with large synchronous motors as an adjustable speed drive or to start large gas turbines without high inrush current on the power sup-ply. These systems are available in a power range from 1MW up to 100MW. The course goal is to teach students to operate, maintain and troubleshoot a MEGADRIVE LCI controlled by AC 800PEC.

Learning objectivesUpon completion of this course, the participants:– know the function of a MEGADRIVE LCI– know the different modes of operation– are able to operate and maintain a MEGADRIVE LCI– are able to localise faults and replace defective parts

ParticipantsOperating personnelMaintenance personnel

PrerequisitesBasic electrotechnical knowledge Basic knowledge of synchronous machines Personal computers knowledge is recommended

TopicsPower electronics in general– The function of rectifiers and converters Static Frequency Converter – Principal function – Configuration for various applications– Regulation circuits– Characteristic curves– Limitations, monitoring and protectionOperation– Operating modes– Annunciation

Duration4 days Number of participants: Max. 8 On site course on request

G810MEGADRIVE LCI with PSR2 Service and -Commissioning

Course goal Load Commutated Inverters (MEGADRIVE LCI) or in other terms Static Frequency Converters (SFC) are used together with large synchronous motors as an adjustable speed drive or to start large gas turbines without high inrush current on the power sup-ply. These systems are available in a power range from 1MW up to 100MW. The course goal is to teach students to operate, commission, maintain and troubleshoot a MEGADRIVE LCI controlled by PSR2.

Learning objectivesUpon completion of this course, the participants:– know the function of a MEGADRIVE LCI– know the different modes of operation– are able to operate and maintain a MEGADRIVE LCI– know how to perform the test programs– are able to localise faults and replace defective parts– start the certification program for commissioning, after


ParticipantsCommissioning, application and service engineersTesting and maintenance personnel who need deep knowledge in LCI - systems

PrerequisitesElectrotechnical college qualifications or equivalent Basic knowledge of synchronous machines Basic knowledge of personal computers

TopicsPower electronics in general– The function of rectifiers and invertersStatic Frequency Converter LCI– Principal function – Configuration for various applications– Regulation circuits– Characteristic curves– Limitations, monitoring and protectionOperation– Operating modes– Annunciation

Safety in relation to MEGADRIVE LCIDocumentation– Project documentation– How to read the Hardware schematics– How to read the Software schematics



PrerequisitesElectrotechnical college qualifications or equivalent Basic knowledge of synchronous machines Basic knowledge of personal computers

TopicsPower electronics in general– The function of rectifiers and converters Static Frequency Converter – Principal function – Configuration for various applications– Regulation circuits– Characteristic curves– Limitations, monitoring and protectionOperation– Operating modes– AnnunciationSafety in relation to MEGADRIVE LCIDocumentation– Project documentation– How to read the Hardware schematics– Software overviewHardware components – Functions, settings – Interfaces to peripherals– Water cooling / Air coolingMaintenance and Trouble shooting– Replacement of Thyristors– Software tools:

- PECInstaller - LCI Control Terminal (Operation, Event, Transient Recorder)

– Test programs

MethodsLectures and demonstrations Practical exercises inclusive hands-on training using a LCI-modelFactory tour

Duration5 days AddsNumber of participants: Max. 6 On site course on request

G839MEGADRIVE LCI with AC 800PEC Hands-on and Update Training

Course goalConsecutively to the G830 MEGADRIVE LCI Service and Com-missioning course the participants can deepen their knowledge on MEGADRIVE LCI by completing the G839 MEGADRIVE-LCI hands-on course. The course goal is to get familiar with the handling and commis-sioning of the drive and application software using demo unit and table models.

Safety in relation to MEGADRIVE LCIDocumentation– Project documentation– How to read the Hardware schematics– Hardware components – Functions, settings – Interfaces to peripherals– Water cooling / Air cooling– Maintenance and Trouble shooting– Replacement of Thyristors– Software tools:

- LCI Control Terminal - (Transient Recorder)

– Test programs

MethodsLectures and demonstrations Practical exercises inclusive hands-on training using a LCI-modelFactory tour

Duration4 days Number of participants: Max. 8 On site course on request

G830MEGADRIVE LCI with AC 800PEC Service and Commissioning

Course goal Load Commutated Inverters (MEGADRIVE LCI) or in other terms Static Frequency Converters (SFC) are used together with large synchronous motors as an adjustable speed drive or to start large gas turbines without high inrush current on the power sup-ply. These systems are available in a power range from 1MW up to 100MW. The course goal is to teach students to operate, maintain, com-mission and troubleshoot a MEGADRIVE LCI controlled by AC 800PEC

Learning objectivesUpon completion of this course, the participants:– know the function of a MEGADRIVE LCI– know the different modes of operation– are able to operate and maintain a MEGADRIVE LCI– know how to perform the test programs – are able to localise faults and replace defective parts– start the certification program for commissioning, after


ParticipantsCommissioning, application and service engineersTesting and maintenance personnel who need deep knowledge in LCI - systems



– Are able to operate the voltage regulator using the excitation control terminal as well as the Control Terminal of the drive part

– Can explain the most important software functions– Are able to localize and replace defective components

ParticipantsOperation and Maintenance staff


Topics– Power electronics in general– The function of rectifiers and converters – Safety regulations

The variable speed drive of MEGATROL®– The principle operation of the Static Frequency Converter – The various operating modes during the start up sequence

of the gas turbine group– The Regulation circuits of the starter– The Characteristic curves of the starter– Limitations, monitoring and protection of the starter– How to use the LCI Control Terminal, Events, Transient

Recorder etc– Setting and indication of the hardware components– Interfaces to peripherals– Air cooling– The power converters, Thyristors– How to read the Hardware schematics– Replacement of defective components, downloads– How to use the software tools, PECInstaller – Ethernet addressing

The excitation system of MEGATROL®– Basic of excitation system and operating condition of the

synchronous machine– Hardware configurations, redundancy principle– Setting and indication of the hardware components– How to read the Hardware schematics– Principle operation of the software – Voltage regulator with limiters and power system stabilizer– Superimposed cos phi / VAr control– Channel and follow-up control– Monitoring and protection– Logic control– Ethernet addressing – How to use the software tools, PECinstaller, releated to the

excitation part– How to use Excitation Control Terminal, Operation, Tending

etc.– How to use the Converter Control Panel CCP– Commissioning procedures and settings– How to perform simple functional tests– Maintenance and troubleshooting procedures– How to replace defective components

MethodsLectures for introductionPractical exercise using demo units

Learning objectivesAfter completion of the course the participants are able to:– Operate the MEGADRIVE LCI – Carry out “cold” commissioning and preventive maintenance

works– Troubleshoot the drive

ParticipantsService and Commissioning Engineers

PrerequisitesCompletion of the G830 Service and Commissioning course

Topics– Setup of the LCI control system– Using SW tools (PECInstaller, LCI Control Terminal)– Software handling and download– Operation of the MEGADRIVE LCI– Running Test programs– Control characteristic– Tuning – Troubleshooting procedures: fault finding and repairing

MethodsPractical hands-on training using the demo drive and table models based on well-chosen exercises. The fully functioning demo drive allows to carry out real commissioning work. Most of the time the participants work on their own, supported by an instructor. Discussion of problems and questions with the instructor.

Duration:3 days

G840MEGATROL Operation and Maintenance

Course goalMEGATROL® combines the variable speed drive MEGADRIVE LCI and UNITROL® 6800 excitation system of a gasturbine power generating group. It starts the gasturbine with its fre-quency converter part and controls the generator voltage after the machine group reach its rated speed. Its design is based on ABB’s high performance controller family AC 800PEC. The course goal is to teach students to start-up, adjust, oper-ate, maintain and troubleshoot the MEGATROL® system.

Learning objectivesUpon completion of this course, the students: – know the function of a gasturbine starter as part of -MEGA-

TROL®– know the different modes of the start up sequence– are able to operate and maintain the MEGATROL®– Remembers the synchronous machine and its various -oper-

ating conditions at rated speed– Know the principle operation of the excitation system– Are familiar with the principle function of the electronic

-devices– Can read and interpret the hardware drawing



J400AC 800PEC Hardware and Tools

Course goalThe “AC 800PEC” Control Platform is ABB’s high performance process control system and belongs to the ControlIT product line. The AC 800PEC is the optimum solution for combining:– the high-speed control requirements of power electronic

applications– low-speed process control tasks usually carried out by -sep-

arate PLC unitsThe AC 800PEC controller is configured and programmed using Control Builder M, ABB’s well-established programming tool complying with IEC 61131-3, and MATLAB®/Simulink® with Real-Time Workshop®.The course coal is to provide application, development engi-neers with enough skills to be able to commence developing products using the AC 800PEC platform.

Learning objectivesUpon completion of this course, the students: – Are familiar with the various hardware devices of the AC

800PEC control platform– Are able to use the PECinstaller tool to download/upload

software from/to the AC 800PEC controller– Are able to use the PECview tool

ParticipantsApplication, test, service and commissioning engineers

PrerequisitesBasic knowledge of electronicsPersonal computer knowledge

TopicsConfiguration:– Introduction to AC 800PEC family of hardware components– Choices of fundamental configurations– Configuration workshop using table model– Principle of operation of the hardware devices– The I/O interfaces of AC 800PEC– Communication to upper control levels– IndustrialIT integrationSoftware Tools:– How to get started, download, backup and installation pro-

cedures using the PECinstaller tool– Overview of MATLAB/Simulink capabilities, enabling applica-

tion, development engineers to understand what possibilities are available

– Configuration and use of PECView tool– Error handling, recovery boot procedures

MethodsLectures, presentations, demonstrations,exercises using table models


Duration5 days.

AddsNumber of Participants: max. 6

G850MEGATROL Service and Commissioning

Course goalMEGATROL® combines the variable speed drive MEGADRIVE LCI and UNITROL® 6800 excitation system of a gasturbine power generating group. The course goal is to teach students to start-up, adjust, operate, commission, maintain and trouble-shoot the MEGATROL® system. This course is dedicated to those people who have already completed the UNITROL® 6800 (J692) and MEGADRIVE (G830) courses.

Learning objectivesUpon completion of this course, the students: – Know the design of MEGATROL as a combination of -UNI-

TROL® 6800 and MEGADRIVE– Are able to identify the hardware component of the -MEGA-

TROL system– Can explain the so called “Cross Start” control system– Are able to operate the MEGATROL using the touch screen

control terminal:– Are able to localize and replace defective components– Are familiar with the test and commissioning procedure of

MEGATROL


PrerequisitesCompletion of J689, J692, G830 and G839 courses

Topics– The combination of UNITROL® 6800 and MEGADRIVE to

MEGATROL– Hardware arrangement of MEGATROL– Principle of operation of the software – Logic control of MEGATROL including the so called “Cross

Start” control system– How to use the touch screen control terminal

− How to setup up a particular configuration− How to change parameters, how to record signals using the data logger and trending features− Software downloads etc.

– Commissioning aspects of MEGATROL – Extended hands-on training using training equipment

MethodsLectures for introductionPractical exercise using the MEGATROL training equipment



Power Electronics and Medium Voltage Drives – Machines

J450AC 800PEC Matlab/Simulink

Course goalThe “AC 800PEC” Control Platform is ABB’s high performance process control system and belongs to the ControlIT product line. The AC 800PEC is the optimum solution for combining:– the high-speed control requirements of power electronics

applications – low-speed process control tasks usually carried out by sep-

arate PLC units.The course goal is to teach the student how to program AC 800PEC by means of the Matlab/Simulink tool.

Learning objectivesThe course shows how to build system simulations and to use the control part of the simulation directly as real-time code.


PrerequisitesBasic knowledge of electronics Personal computer knowledgeBasic Matlab / Simulink knowledge

Topics– Systematic procedure for building up a system simulation,

later use of the control part for real-time code– Show parallels between real-time code and simulation– Guidelines (signal- and variable names, program structures)– Interfaces of the control application:

To the FPGAPSE-Interface

– Task Handling / Timing / Dead-times / Delays– State Machine– Program download, use of installer– External mode

MethodsLectures, Presentations, DemonstrationsExercises using table model


J410AC 800PEC Control Builder

Course goalThe “AC 800PEC” Control Platform is ABB’s high performance process control system and belongs to the ControlIT product line. The AC 800PEC is the optimum solution for combining:– the high-speed control requirements of power electronic

applications– low-speed process control tasks usually carried out by sep-

arate PLC unitsThe AC 800PEC controller is configured and programmed using Control Builder M, ABB’s well-established programming tool complying with IEC 61131-3, and MATLAB®/Simulink® with Real-Time Workshop®.The goal of this course is to learn the engineering of the Extend-ed Automation System 800xA with AC 800PEC controllers.

Learning objectivesUpon completion of this course, students will be able to:– Explain the System 800xA architecture and the function of

the different components– Create a new project and plan the structure of application

programs– Configure the AC 800PEC hardware and corresponding

I/O’s – Design and configure application programs by using a -vari-

ety of IEC 61131-3 languages – Setup the OPC connectivity to AC 800PEC– Develop project specific libraries

ParticipantsThis training is targeted to application engineers, programmers and system integrators.

PrerequisitesStudents shall know the fundamentals of working with Control Systems and have basic knowledge of Windows XP.

TopicsConfiguration:– System 800xA architecture– Engineering Workplace <-> PLC Control Builder– Project and application structures – AC 800PEC Hardware– OPC connectivity– Applications with FBD and ST– Control Modules– Sequential Function Charts (SFC)– MATLAB/Simulink Interface– Communication between controllers

MethodsThis is an instructor led course with interactive classroom dis-cussions and associated lab exercises. Approximately 50% of the course is hands-on lab activities.


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G911Electrical Machines Operation and Maintenance

Course goal– Gettingg a common understanding of electrical -machines.– To be able to make a competent assessment of the faults most

frequently arising on electrical machines and to initiate the nec-essary corrective measures.

– To be able to perform a simple maintenance independently.

ParticipantsDesign and planning personnel, engineering and application per-sonnel, maintenance and operating personnel and consultants from the Electricity Supply Industry.Business managers, sales personnel and technical personnel from ABB companies.

PrerequisitesTechnically trained persons

TopicsBasics– Brief introduction into the theory of electrical machines, – Mechanical and electrical design of electrical machines– Fundamentals and terminology of maintenance and life cycle

managementElectrical Machines Maintenance– Test methods and determination of state particularly with regard

to – bearing condition and vibration– simple check of the windings– diagnosis of sliprings and commutator– faults on brushes and brush gear

– Methods for eliminating the most frequently occurring faults

MethodsLectures, demonstrations, hands-on with common equipment (about 1/3 of the time), practical exercises, discussions, factory tours.

Duration3 daysMax. 14 participantsTailor made courses on request

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