| Description |
Start Date: March 17, 2025
Course Overview:
Step into the world of modern power system control with our comprehensive course on Electrical Utility Control Centers. This program offers an in-depth understanding of the operations, technologies, and decision-making processes essential for maintaining reliable and safe electrical grids. Through engaging case studies and hands-on exercises, you'll gain the technical expertise and critical thinking skills needed to manage electrical grids efficiently, even under challenging conditions.
What You'll Learn:
• Mapping and Symbols: Master the use of electrical symbols and various map types, including one-line diagrams and GIS mapping.
• Asset Management: Learn to manage key electrical components such as transformers and circuit breakers.
• Outage Management: Understand the lifecycle of electrical outage management and the tools used for fault reporting and verification.
• Power Restoration: Explore strategies for restoring power, including switching operations, load shedding, and grid reconfiguration.
• Control Room Operations: Discover the crucial role of control rooms in maintaining grid operations.
• Safety Protocols: Discuss key electrical safety protocols, including LOTO procedures, grounding systems, and live-line maintenance.
• Work Coordination: Learn the work request process, from task initiation to execution.
• System Studies: Understand the importance of short-term system studies for reliability and quick decision-making, including n-1 and peak load determination.
• Advanced Concepts: Explore advanced topics such as the Ferranti effect and surge impedance loading.
Essential Employability Skills:
1. Problem-Solving: Apply a systematic approach to solving complex problems.
2. Information Analysis: Analyze and evaluate information from diverse sources.
3. Team Collaboration: Work effectively in teams to achieve common goals.
4. Resource Management: Manage time and resources efficiently to complete projects.
5. Responsibility: Take ownership of your actions, decisions, and their consequences.
Career Opportunities:
• Control Center Operator: Oversee and manage real-time grid operations.
• Outage Management Specialist: Coordinate and manage electrical outage responses.
• Asset Manager: Maintain and optimize the performance of electrical components.
• Safety Coordinator: Implement and oversee electrical safety protocols.
Join us to gain the skills and knowledge needed to excel in the field of electrical utility control. Enroll today and take the first step towards a successful career in managing and maintaining reliable power systems!
|
| Admission |
Admission Requirements:
Graduate of a recognized certificate, diploma, or degree program in a relevant field such as Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Energy Systems, or related disciplines OR, Mature students that demonstrate competencies through work experience or relevant educational background. |