This session: 16 - 20 Nov 2026
This UPS Systems: Comprehensive Training from Design to Maintenance session in Amsterdam (Netherlands) runs from Monday 16 November to Friday 20 November 2026 (week 47, Q4 2026). It is the only date in Amsterdam (Netherlands) in 2026, at a fee of £5,900, the same for each of them. Registration is open for this date. It is held in person.
| Dates | Monday 16 Nov – Friday 20 Nov 2026 |
|---|---|
| Week | 47 of 2026 |
| Duration | One week |
| Fee | £5,900 |
| Status | Open for registration |
| Format | In person |
Introduction
Reliable power is essential in mission-critical environments such as hospitals, data centers, industrial facilities, control rooms, and any operation where downtime can lead to serious financial, operational, or safety risks. In these settings, Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) systems are not simply backup devices; they are vital components of electrical infrastructure that ensure power continuity, protect sensitive equipment, and maintain safe operations during power disturbances.
This intensive 1-week UPS Systems Program provides participants with a complete and practical understanding of UPS fundamentals, system design, installation, integration, maintenance, troubleshooting, and future technologies. The course focuses on how to select, design, install, commission, maintain, and optimize UPS systems for different loads, applications, and operational requirements.
Through real-world case studies, calculation exercises, troubleshooting scenarios, and expert-led discussions, participants will develop the technical confidence needed to manage UPS systems efficiently, improve reliability, and support continuous operation in critical facilities.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the principles, components, and operating concepts of UPS systems.
- Identify different UPS types, including static UPS, rotary UPS, and hybrid UPS systems.
- Compare UPS topologies such as online UPS, offline UPS, and line-interactive UPS.
- Analyze power quality issues and understand how UPS systems mitigate voltage disturbances and power interruptions.
- Perform load analysis and apply proper UPS sizing methodologies.
- Select suitable battery technologies and perform battery sizing calculations.
- Design UPS solutions based on redundancy, reliability, and operational needs.
- Apply best practices for UPS installation, commissioning, and integration.
- Understand grounding, earthing, protection systems, and electrical installation standards.
- Conduct preventive maintenance, battery testing, fault diagnosis, and systematic troubleshooting.
- Improve UPS performance, reliability, energy efficiency, and lifecycle cost effectiveness.
- Explore modern trends including Smart UPS systems, IoT integration, remote monitoring, modular UPS architectures, renewable energy integration, and emerging UPS technologies.
Course Outlines
Day 1: Introduction to UPS Systems
- Fundamentals of Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) systems.
- UPS operating principles and key components.
- Overview of UPS types: static, rotary, and hybrid systems.
- UPS topologies: online, offline, and line-interactive.
- Power quality problems and their impact on sensitive equipment.
- How UPS systems support power continuity and operational safety.
- Applications of UPS systems in hospitals, data centers, industrial facilities, and critical infrastructure.
Day 2: UPS Design and Selection
- Load analysis and identifying critical loads.
- UPS sizing methodologies and capacity planning.
- Battery technologies, battery selection, and sizing calculations.
- Understanding autonomy time and backup duration requirements.
- Redundancy and reliability configurations: N, N+1, and 2N.
- Environmental considerations including ventilation, space planning, and temperature control.
- Cost-benefit analysis of UPS system options.
- Selecting UPS solutions based on applications, risks, and operational priorities.
Day 3: UPS Installation and Integration
- Site preparation and UPS room layout requirements.
- Physical installation requirements for UPS systems and batteries.
- Electrical installation standards and wiring considerations.
- Grounding, earthing, and protection systems.
- Integrating UPS systems with existing electrical networks.
- Coordination with generators, distribution panels, bypass systems, and critical loads.
- Commissioning procedures, acceptance testing, and performance verification.
- Documentation and handover requirements for UPS projects.
Day 4: UPS Maintenance and Troubleshooting
- Preventive maintenance planning, schedules, inspections, and documentation.
- Battery maintenance, testing techniques, and replacement criteria.
- Monitoring UPS performance and identifying early warning signs.
- Common UPS faults and failure modes.
- Systematic troubleshooting and fault isolation methods.
- Emergency procedures for critical UPS failure scenarios.
- Improving maintenance efficiency and reducing unexpected downtime.
- Practical diagnostic scenarios and troubleshooting workshops.
Day 5: Advanced Topics and Future Trends
- Improving energy efficiency and reducing UPS operating costs.
- Performance optimization and lifecycle cost management.
- Smart UPS systems and intelligent monitoring features.
- IoT integration and remote monitoring platforms.
- Modular UPS architectures and scalability considerations.
- UPS integration with renewable energy systems.
- Future trends and emerging technologies shaping UPS design.
- Practical review of UPS design, maintenance, and reliability improvement strategies.
Why Attend this Course: Wins & Losses!
- Gain a complete understanding of UPS fundamentals, UPS system design, installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
- Build the ability to design and specify UPS systems for different operational environments.
- Improve confidence in selecting UPS capacity, battery systems, redundancy levels, and system configurations.
- Learn how to install, commission, and integrate UPS systems safely and effectively.
- Strengthen troubleshooting skills for common UPS faults and critical failure situations.
- Improve power continuity, system reliability, equipment protection, and operational safety.
- Reduce downtime, maintenance errors, and unexpected equipment failures.
- Understand modern UPS technologies such as Smart UPS, remote monitoring, modular UPS systems, IoT-enabled UPS platforms, and renewable energy integration.
- Support compliance with safety, electrical, and performance standards.
- Return to work with practical tools that can be applied directly in real UPS projects.
Conclusion
The UPS Systems Program provides a structured and practical learning experience for professionals responsible for power continuity, electrical infrastructure, and mission-critical operations. It covers the full UPS lifecycle, from understanding UPS fundamentals and selecting the right system to installation, commissioning, maintenance, troubleshooting, and performance optimization.
Participants will leave with the knowledge and confidence to design, specify, install, integrate, maintain, and troubleshoot UPS systems in a reliable and professional manner. The course also prepares participants to understand future developments in UPS technology, including smart monitoring, modular systems, IoT integration, energy efficiency, and renewable energy applications.
By completing this course, participants will be better prepared to support reliable power continuity, reduce downtime, protect critical equipment, and contribute to safer, more efficient, and more resilient electrical operations.
Good to know
How long is the course, and what are the daily hours?
This date lasts one week: 16 - 20 Nov 2026. A one-week course is 20 hours over 5 days: 4 hours each training day (9am – 1pm). Timing and duration can be customised to your needs.
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Courses are offered in English and Arabic. The course language is officially English; on request, it can be delivered in Arabic while keeping the English terms.
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Will I receive a certificate?
Yes. At the end of the course you receive the course certificate issued by BlackBird Training, with an online QR code to verify it.
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UPS Systems: Comprehensive Training from Design to Maintenance, Amsterdam (Netherlands), 16 - 20 Nov 2026