Event Profile

Lineman Skills Series: AC Transformers, Advanced Theory and Practical Application - CANCELLED

Date(s):
October 17 — 18, 2018
Venue:
The Lakefront Anchorage
Description:

Note:

This event has been cancelled. For questions or to find out about future training opportunities, please contact Dale Mayuiers at 360-816-1448 or dale@nwppa.org.

Who Should Attend:

Journeyman linemen, foremen/supervisors, engineers and those involved in planning, scheduling and engineering operations for a utility.

Course Overview:

This advanced two-day class provides attendees with a journeyman lineman's view of AC transformers. The curriculum includes a combination of electrical theory and hands-on practice. The overall program is to teach students how transformers are used to manage and control the flow of alternating current in electrical distribution systems. Attendees will be provided with an opportunity to work with and arrange transformers in a variety of configurations to achieve specific voltage outputs using hands-on equipment and computer simulation.

Course Instructor:

Mike Fitzpatrick

Course Schedule:

Registration will begin at 8 a.m. on the first day; the class will run from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on day one, and from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on day two. Lunch, as well as morning and afternoon refreshments, will be provided both days.

Course Location & Hotel Information:

The Lakefront Anchorage

4800 Spenard Rd

Anchorage, AK 99517

907-243-2300

Room rate: $109.00 Single/Double

Please book your room as soon as possible, but no later than Sunday, September 16, 2018 to secure this rate. Mention that you are with Northwest Public Power Association when booking your reservation.

Course Fees:

Utility Member Early Bird (ends 9/16/2018): $670
Utility Member Standard: $745

Associate Member Early Bird (ends 9/16/2018): $1,005
Associate Member Standard: $1,080

Non-member Early Bird (ends 9/16/2018): $2,010
Non-member Standard: $2,085

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.

For More Information:

To find out more about this event, or to learn about other events, view the Training and Event Catalog.