PLS-CADD Training – Full Detailed Curriculum
Stop just learning software — start building real transmission line projects like a professional design engineer.
1. Introduction to Transmission Line Engineering
Voltage levels (132kV, 220kV, 400kV, 500kV+) Types of towers and conductors Project workflow from survey to construction
6. Structure Spotting
Tower spotting concept Manual and automatic spotting Span length control Angle towers vs tangent towers
11. Profile Analysis
Longitudinal profile reading Structure height optimization Sag curve interpretation Span balance techniques
2. Project Setup in PLS-CADD
Creating new project files Unit settings (Metric / Imperial) Coordinate systems (UTM, local grid) Database structure and file management
7. Conductor & Cable Modeling
Conductor properties input Shield wire and OPGW modeling Mechanical properties of conductors Temperature and tension behavior
12. Reports & Deliverables
Structure schedule report Bill of quantity (BOQ) Sag-tension reports Construction drawings export
3. Survey Data Handling
Importing survey data (CSV, XYZ, Excel, GPS) Understanding chainage and profile data Error checking in survey points Ground modeling basics
8. Sag & Tension Analysis
Sag calculation theory Tension vs temperature behavior Loading conditions Galloping and wind effects
4. Terrain Modeling
TIN surface generation DEM and LiDAR data processing Ground editing and correction Cross-section understanding
9. Clearance Checking
Ground clearance analysis Road, railway, and building clearance Safety regulations Worst-case condition checks
5. Route Alignment Design
Line routing principles Optimization of route selection River, road, and obstacle crossing Environmental and clearance considerations
10. Weather Load Cases
Wind load calculations Ice loading conditions Temperature variations Combined loading cases
1) PLS-CADD Basic Course
Duration: 4 Weeks Classes: 3 Days/Week Training Mode: Online Live + Recorded Videos Fee: 1500 USD
2) PLS-CADD Advance Course
Duration: 8 Weeks Classes: 4 Days/Week Includes real project practice Fee: 1,900 USD