Earn Your (NERC) Approved Certification

Become a power systems operator or technician.

The Distribution System Training program covers various aspects of distribution technology. The comprehensive training includes lessons on distribution networks and equipment, testing and maintaining equipment and the roles of a distribution operator. Students must have basic knowledge of electrical theory as courses are presented on a technician level. Certificates (NERC-approved) will be given to students who finish the course.

What You Learn

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    Distribution Systems Training

    • AC Voltage Generation

    • Power Factor

    • Impedance and Voltage Drop

    • Three Phase Power Systems

    • System Layout

    • Overhead Lines

    • Underground Distribution Systems

    • Substations

    • Substation Transformers

    • Distribution Transformers

    • Fault-Interrupting Devices

    • Non-Fault Interrupting Devices

    • Voltage-Control Devices

    • Fundamentals of Protection

    • Overcurrent Protection

    • Differential Protection

    • Coordination of Protection Devices

    • Overvoltage Protection

    • SCADA Systems

    • Distribution Automation

    • Personnel Safety

    • Insulation Testing

    • Rotating Equipment Maintenance

    • Line Maintenance

    • Load Characteristics and Utilization

    • Demand Management

    • Utility Rate Structure

    • The Effects of Deregulation and Competition

    • Power Quality

    • Function of the Operator

    • Abnormal Operating Conditions

    • Dealing with Service Interruptions

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