The Blueprint Series - Power Systems Design Workshop 2 (Part 2)

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Workshop 2 (Part 2): The Blueprint Series

Now it’s decision time. In this session, participants move from load estimation to sizing the heart of the system—transformers.

Through a practical, step-by-step approach, you’ll learn to select the right transformer rating, apply design margins, and plan for future expansion like a real engineer. With a focused worked example, you won’t just choose—you’ll justify every decision under competitive standards.

Think ahead. Size it right. Build for the future. Compete to win.


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  • Starts 16 April 2026 05:00 AM UTC
  • Ends 17 April 2026 08:55 PM UTC
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Elyas

Biography:

Elyas Smaida is a PhD candidate in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems) at PAUSTI-JKUAT, Kenya. His research focuses on power quality improvement, advanced control systems, and renewable energy integration in rural microgrids. His work has been presented through major IEEE conference platforms, including IEEE AFRICON 2023, IEEE PowerAfrica 2024, and ICCIT 2025. He is passionate about helping young engineers connect theory with practical power system design.

Address:Nairobi, Kenya




Agenda

PSD TRAINING – Workshop 2 (Part 2) - Load Estimation and Transformer/ Generator Sizing.

Wednesday | 7.45 PM – 9.45 PM

 

7.45 – 7.52 PM | Opening Remarks and Prayer

 

Welcome participants

Opening prayer

Quick recap of Workshop 2 (Part 1)- Load Estimation and Transformer/ Generator Sizing

 

7.52 – 8.00 PM | Session Overview

 

Brief introduction to the session

Objectives for this session:

Step-by-step transformer sizing using a load schedule

Selecting appropriate transformer ratings

Accounting for future expansion

Applying concepts through a worked example

 

8.00 – 8.50 PM | Training Session Part 1: Transformer Sizing Fundamentals

 

Relationship between load schedule and transformer capacity

Step-by-step transformer sizing:

Converting load (kW) to kVA

Applying diversity and demand considerations

Selecting transformer rating:

Standard ratings and nearest available size

Allowable margins (safety factor)

Temperature and loading considerations (basic introduction)

Key assumptions in design (power factor, load growth, operating conditions)

 

8.50 – 9.35 PM | Training Session Part 2: Application & Worked Example

 

Worked example:

Using a given load schedule to size a transformer

Selecting a suitable transformer rating

Justifying the selection

Planning for future expansion:

Scenario-based approach (e.g. +20–30% load growth)

Capacity margin vs cost considerations

Common mistakes in transformer sizing

 

Quick activity:

Students estimate transformer size for a modified scenario

 

9.35 – 9.40 PM | Q&A Session

 

Questions and clarifications

Quick recap of key concepts

 

9.40 – 9.45 PM | Closing Remarks and Prayer

 

Key takeaways from the session

Preview of the next session

Closing prayer