Electrical Design of Hydroelectric Power Plants This course provides an overview of the electrical design of hydroelectric power plants. It offers guidance and assistance for design engineers looking to prepare electrical designs for new hydroelectric power plants. The manual was developed by the US Army Corps of Engineers for engineers responsible for preparing electrical designs…
Roadway Lighting Design Driving or walking on, or across, a roadway is less safe in darkness than in a lighted area, due to the reduced visibility of hazards and pedestrians. Though the number of fatal crashes occurring in daylight is about the same as those that occur in darkness, only 25 percent of vehicle-miles traveled…
Fault Current Limiter Testing Requirements The U.S. electric grid is an essential part of American life. However, there is a well recognized need to modernize the grid, and the development and deployment of “next generation” electric transmission and distribution equipment is a key part of this. With the limited investment in research and development to…
AC Motors, Transformers, Instruments & Distribution Systems This course provides an excellent overview of 1) AC motor theory, applications, and industrial usage, 2) Transformers and transformer design, 3) Instruments and measuring devices, and 4) distribution systems. Once you complete your course review, you need to take a multiple-choice quiz consisting of thirty (30) questions to…
Batteries, DC Circuits, DC Generators, & DC Motors This electrical training course provides a basic introduction to DC theory, electrical circuits, batteries and DC machinery (motors and generators). This course is intended for electrical engineers looking to refresh their understanding of the basic electrical principals and equipment applications. Once you complete your course review, you…
Battery Applications and Technology This course provides the information necessary to safely operate and maintain lead-acid and nickel-cadmium storage battery systems. It identifies the many hazards associated with battery operation including acid burn, fire, explosion, and electrical shock. It provides an understanding of the operating principles and safety precautions for storage batteries will help prevent…