Arc Flash Calculation Methods

In Arc Flash Calculation Methods, you'll learn ...

• Arc flash hazard computations suggested by IEEE and NFPA
• How to calculate arcing current, normalized incident energy and flash protection boundaries
• How to calculated arc blast pressure
• Practical procedure for performing a comprehensive engineering assessment of arc flash hazards for large electrical systems

Overview

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Credit: 3 CPD

Length: 30 pages

This course gives an overview of arc flash hazard computations suggested by IEEE and NFPA. All formulas and calculation procedures presented in this course are the property of the IEEE and NFPA. Students are encouraged to consult the standards for additional details.

This course is suitable for engineers with a desire to understand procedures for completing arc flash studies. The course covers arc flash calculation methods, approach boundaries, incident energy, calculation of the arcing time, determining risk category, information presented on single line diagrams, reports and labels.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Describe arc flash calculation methods.
• Identify the applicable approach boundaries.
• Calculate incident energy.
• Determine arcing time.
• Classify the applicable risk category.
• Interpret assessment results presented on single-line diagrams, reports, and labels.

Certificate of Completion

You will be able to immediately print a certificate of completion after passing a multiple-choice quiz consisting of 30 questions. CPD credits are not awarded until the course is completed and quiz is passed.