If you want to build a career in electrical power distribution, substation operations, utility services, electrical maintenance, and network control environments, this Electrical Network Operations (Medium and High Voltage) Course at Wheelset Academy provides the practical skills and technical knowledge required to operate and maintain electrical network systems safely and efficiently.
This programme prepares learners to monitor electrical network equipment, conduct switching operations, perform isolation and testing procedures, apply earthing systems, complete operational reporting, and carry out first-line maintenance activities in medium and high-voltage environments.
Whether you are looking to advance your electrical career, become a Substation Operator, or gain specialist skills in power network operations, this programme provides industry-focused training with workplace readiness.
The electrical utility sector requires skilled operators who understand network operating principles, switching procedures, electrical safety requirements, maintenance practices, and operational reporting.
At Wheelset Academy, learners receive practical exposure to electrical network operations, equipment monitoring, earthing procedures, isolation techniques, and substation activities. As a result, learners gain the confidence and competence required to work safely within medium and high-voltage electrical environments
After completing this Electrical Network Operations (Medium and High Voltage) Course, learners should be able to:
Monitor and record electrical network performance
Conduct switching and isolation procedures safely
Apply electrical testing and earthing techniques
Perform first-line maintenance activities
Identify and report network faults and abnormalities
Apply high-voltage safety regulations
Conduct risk assessments in hazardous environments
Prepare operational reports and recommendations
Work within substations and electrical distribution systems
Comply with electrical industry standards and procedures
Yes, this qualification is aligned with South African occupational training standards. The programme is registered as an Electrical Network Operations (Medium and High Voltage) Skills Programme (NQF Level 5) with a total of 52 credits.
To qualify for the Electrical Network Operations (Medium and High Voltage) Course, learners should meet the following requirements:
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On completion, learners receive a Letter of Competence from Wheelset Academy and, once verified, a Certificate of Competence with a Statement of Results from the QCTO.
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The course is taught in English through interactive methods such as lectures, discussions, case studies, videos, and assessments. Study options include classroom, blended online, or on-site training.
After completing this programme, learners can prepare for roles such as:
This module teaches workplace safety requirements, operating regulations, hazard identification, arc flash protection, risk assessments, permit systems, and safe working practices in medium and high-voltage electrical environments.
Learners develop an understanding of supervision requirements, authorisation procedures, workplace responsibilities, supervision methods, and safe work practices used within electrically hazardous locations.
This module introduces electrical network operating principles, switching regulations, power system protection, phasing requirements, operating procedures, and electrical distribution network fundamentals.
Learners develop knowledge of equipotential earthing systems, electrical protection methods, earthing requirements, safety measures, and operational procedures used within substations and electrical networks.
Learners monitor transformers, switchgear, batteries, chargers, protection systems, and network equipment while accurately recording operational data and equipment performance.
This module develops competence in operational reporting, fault identification, network performance analysis, and making recommendations for maintenance and operational improvements.
Learners perform switching operations, equipment isolation, testing procedures, earthing activities, safety verification processes, and operational checks in medium and high-voltage environments.
This module covers equipment inspections, continuity testing, earth resistance testing, maintenance procedures, operational readiness checks, and routine maintenance activities.
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This course teaches learners how to monitor, operate, switch, isolate, test, earth, and maintain medium and high-voltage electrical networks safely.
Yes. The programme is aligned with QCTO occupational training requirements and EWSETA quality assurance standards.
Yes. Practical training forms a major part of the programme and includes network monitoring, switching, testing, earthing, reporting, and maintenance activities.
Yes. Qualified electricians and learners with an NQF Level 4 Electrical Engineering qualification may enrol.
Yes. The programme includes switching, isolation, testing, and earthing procedures used in electrical network operations.
Yes. Learners gain skills applicable to substations, mini substations, electrical distribution systems, and utility environments.
Yes. The programme includes transformer, switchgear, battery, charger, and protection equipment monitoring procedures.
You may work as an Electrical Network Operator, Substation Operator, Electrical Utility Operator, or Electrical Operations Technician.
Yes. Learners perform first-line maintenance activities, inspections, testing procedures, and operational checks.
Wheelset Academy provides practical, industry-focused training that prepares learners for real workplace electrical network operations and utility environments.
