Course Description

High Voltage Engineering provides in-depth knowledge of high-voltage engineering principles, including dielectric phenomena, insulation systems, testing methods, and power system applications. Designed for students and professionals in the electrical engineering field — Dr. Mithun Mondal's specialist research area.

6
Modules
30+
Lectures
IIT
Research Background
BITS
Taught at

Topics Covered

Fundamentals of HV Engineering

Electric fields, dielectric materials, conduction and breakdown mechanisms.

Breakdown Phenomena

Corona discharge, partial discharges, streamers, leaders, flashover mechanisms.

HV Generation

AC, DC, and impulse voltage generation, measurement techniques.

Insulation Systems

Solid, liquid, and gaseous insulation, composite dielectrics, aging processes.

HV Testing

Dielectric tests, non-destructive testing, condition monitoring techniques.

Power System Applications

Transformers, cables, switchgear, overhead lines, substation design.

Recommended Textbooks

High Voltage Engineering Fundamentals

E. Kuffel, W.S. Zaengl, J. Kuffel

The definitive textbook on high voltage engineering principles.

Core Text

High Voltage and Electrical Insulation Engineering

Ravindra Arora, Wolfgang Mosch

Comprehensive with engineering application emphasis.

High Voltage Engineering

M.S. Naidu, V. Kamaraju

Clear presentation with solved examples.

Prerequisites

Electrical circuits, electromagnetic fields, and basic power systems. Knowledge of differential equations helpful.