Cable Sizing Training (IEC 60502 / IEC 60364-5-52)

A complete one-day live session that teaches you how to select and size cables correctly — using IEC standards and practical design logic.

Live on 25th & 26th December 2025 | 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM IST
Life Time Access | 10 Hours Live Session

Trainer : Selvakumar S | Head – Power System Studies,       Power Projects

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What You'll Learn

This one-day live training will give you all the practical skills to start performing cable sizing with confidence. You’ll learn how to select cables, apply IEC standards, perform calculations, and prepare documentation

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Cable Fundamentals

  • Understand LV, MV, and HV cables — construction, conductor materials, and insulation types.
  • Learn where each type is used in plants, substations, and industrial systems.

IEC 60502 & IEC 60364-5-52 Standards

  • Learn how to interpret the standards, apply derating factors, and calculate allowable currents.
  • Understand design considerations for safety and reliability.

Cable Sizing Calculations

  • Follow a step-by-step approach for calculating load current, voltage drop, and fault current.
  • Use correction factors for installation, grouping, and soil resistivity

Schedules & Documentation

  • Prepare detailed cable schedules and interconnection sheets as per project requirements.
  • Learn professional documentation formats used in EPC and consulting projects.

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Course Curriculum

Course Curriculum

Cable Standards and Fundamentals

Objective and importance of cable sizing

IEC 60502 / IEC 60364-5-52 overview

Design philosophy and safety margins

Types of Cables

LV, MV, HV cable classification

Copper vs Aluminium

XLPE, PVC, and EPR insulation

Armoured vs unarmoured cables

Cable Specifications (HV & LV)

Voltage rating and current carrying capacity

Short-circuit withstand

Installation conditions and derating factors

Reading manufacturer datasheets

Cable Sizing Calculations

Step-by-step calculation

Load current, voltage drop, thermal limit

Practical examples for motor and switchgear feeders

Cable Schedule & Interconnection Schedule

How to prepare cable schedules

Interconnection between MCCs, panels, and loads

Typical documentation format

Assignment & Discussion 

Cable sizing calculation for switchgear and motor

Practical exercise

Q&A session and feedback

Who Should Join?

  • Power System Engineers.
  • Electrical Design Engineers.
  • Testing & Commissioning Engineers.
  • Maintenance Engineers.
  • EPC & Consulting Professionals.
  • Final-year Electrical Students and Fresh Graduates.

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If we haven’t met yet…   

Hi, I 'm Selva!

I'm a gold medalist in Power System engineering from Anna university, Chennai, Tamil Nadu.

I have 18 years of invaluable experience in the power industry. Throughout my career, I've had the privilege of working with renowned organizations like PRDC, Tata Consulting Engineers Limited, and ABB, where I honed my expertise in power system studies and analysis. Currently, I proudly serve as the Business Head in Power Projects, leveraging my extensive knowledge to drive excellence in this field.

Er. Selvakumar S
Business head - Power Projects

Learning Outcome

  • Apply IEC 60502 & IEC 60364-5-52 to real design work.
  • Select and size LV/HV cables accurately.
  • Perform current, voltage drop, and short-circuit checks.
  • Prepare professional cable schedules.
  • Make data-driven design decisions confidently.

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5000 INR
    • Live instructor-led one-day session
    • Recording access for future reference
    • Course material (PDF format)
    • Practical assignment with real data
    • Certificate of Completion
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Yes. You’ll start from the basics and progress to complete sizing methods.

No. Manual methods will be taught first, followed by examples using tools.

Yes. Every participant receives an official Certificate of Completion from Power Projects.

Yes. You’ll have lifetime access to the recorded session.

Yes. The final Q&A session allows open discussion of project-specific cases.

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