Note:
Online registration is currently closed, but spaces are still available. If you would like to attend this event, please call NWPPA at 360-254-0109, and our staff will be happy to help you.
Who Should Attend:
Engineers, line workers, substation workers, apprentices, and support staff that have direct responsibility for the construction, operation, and maintenance of the utility's distribution system.
Prerequisite: It is highly recommended that students complete Electric Utility System Operations before attending this class. Those who do not must have substantial experience in the basics of electric systems and utility operations.
Related Course:
Electric Utility System Operations:
May 21-22, 2019
June 4-5-2019
September 17-18, 2019
Course Overview:
This popular course provides in-depth coverage of an electric utility's distribution system from the substation to a customer's outlet. Topics covered include substation transformers and testing; step and touch potential; various systems which customers may request, such as single-phase and three-phase power; details of overhead and underground electrical systems; reliability; transformer and capacitor details; and substation communications.
Course Instructor:
Skip Collier, Professional Training Systems
Course Schedule:
Registration will begin at 8 a.m. on the first day, and the class will run from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on both days. Lunch, as well as morning and afternoon breaks, will be provided.
Course Location & Hotel Information:
Homewood Suites Sacramento-Roseville
401 Creekside Ridge Ct.
Roseville, CA 95678
(916) 783-7455
Room rate: $179 for a single/double
Please book your room as soon as possible, but no later than February 12, 2019, to secure this rate. Mention that you are coming in with the NWPPA group when booking your reservation.
Course Fees:
Utility Member Early Bird (extended through 3/12/2019): $860
Utility Member Standard: $935
Associate Member Early Bird (extended through 3/12/2019): $1,290
Associate Member Standard: $1,365
Non-member Early Bird (extended through 3/12/2019): $2,580
Non-member Standard: $2,65
Cancellation Policy:
Cancellations are accepted, with full refund, if request is made at least 30 days prior to the course. Within 30 days, fees are as follows: 15-29 days, $100; 1-14 days or "no show," 100 percent of registration fee. When possible, please send a substitute instead of canceling. NWPPA does not charge a fee for substitutions.
Continuing Hours:
This course qualifies for 12 continuing hours. Certificates are issued upon full completion of the course.