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From Transmission & Distribution World | A
Penton Media Publication | July 2, 2009
Vol. 3, No. 13
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SEL University educates power systems professionals,
engineers, technicians, and systems analysts by providing courses on new
products, product applications, and fundamentals. SELU strengthens
career objectives, offering CEUs for regularly scheduled courses, and is
an IACET authorized provider. View scheduled courses, order e-learning
materials or request an on-demand quote at www.selinc.com/7selu.
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Table Of Contents
 Hamid Elahi: Sticking to the
Basics
August Safety Roundtable to Include
Substation Safety Presentation
Execs Navigate Energy
Sustainability at KEMA Utility Future Conference
Upcoming T&D Industry Courses
T&D
Industsry Events
Featured Instructor
Hamid
Elahi: Sticking to the Basics
After 30 years of working as a power engineer, Hamid Elahi of GE
Energy is excited about learning how the same basic principles he
learned in undergraduate courses can still be applied in innovative ways
to solve current and emerging challenges.
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Don’t miss your chance to hear from industry experts Carl Potter,
H.D. (Pete) Peterson, D.D.S., M.D, Danny Raines and others speakers at
the International Lineman’s Rodeo Safety & Training conference. Event
organizers are committed to help promote work safe practices that
improve the safe performance of line work by offering all attendees the
opportunity to gain knowledge and experience from listening to these
industry experts speak on hot safety topics evolving in the electric
utility industry. http://www.linemansrodeokc.com/safetyform.html
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News & Highlights
August
Safety Roundtable to Include Substation Safety Presentation
A Safety Roundtable will be held on Friday, Aug. 7, 2009 at Platte
River Power Authority in Fort Collins, Colorado.
Execs
Navigate Energy Sustainability at KEMA Utility Future Conference
Executives gathered at the KEMA Utility of the Future conference
last month revealed communications, collaboration and innovation are key
to how well utilities will fare in a fast-paced, always-on future.
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Training Courses
Upcoming T&D Industry
Courses
Aug. 17-18: AVO Training Institute, Dallas, TX
Battery
Maintenance and Testing
This course covers battery systems applications, components,
types, NFPA 70E and IEEE requirements, operating principles and causes
of failure for vented lead acid, valve regulated lead acid and
nickel-cadium batteries. Students will use Megger BITE, digital
hydrometers, multimeters, Digital Low Resistance Ohmmeters(DLRO),
insulation resistance testers and insulated/non-sparking hand tools in
lab.
For more information go to www.electricaltrainingservices.com
Oct. 5-7: Power Delivery Consultants, Inc., Tampa/St. Pete,
FL
Power Cable Ratings and Soil Considerations
This course focuses the procedures for calculating ratings of
underground cables and the factors that affect those ratings, with a
strong emphasis on soil considerations. For more information go to www.pdc-cables.com
Oct. 8-9: Power Delivery Consultants, Inc., Tampa/St. Pete,
FL
Extruded Power Cable Systems
Reflecting the ever-increasing use of extruded (principally XLPE)
underground cable system, during this course, we will discuss the design
aspects, including many of the analytical studies, installation
considerations, testing, general operation considerations, utility power
system effects, and maintenance practices. For more information go to www.pdc-cables.com
Oct. 26-28: Power Delivery Consultants, Inc., Tampa/St. Pete,
FL
Underground Cable Systems: Principles and
Practices
This course provides information for all transmission cable types, on
cable and accessory design, manufacturing, QC, system integration,
specifications, installation, operation, maintenance, and failure
analysis. For more information go to www.pdc-cables.com
Oct. 29-30: Power Delivery Consultants, Inc., Tampa/St. Pete,
FL
Design, Installation, and Operation of Pipe-Type Cable
Systems
Many utilities no longer have personnel with expertise in pipe-type
cable systems. This two-day course provides necessary details on
planning, design, specification, installation, and O&M of HPFF and HPGF
cables. For a broad introduction to power cable systems, students are
encouraged to also sign-up for the Principles & Practices course earlier
in the week. For more information go to www.pdc-cables.com
Nov. 2-4: Power Delivery Consultants, Inc., Tampa/St. Pete,
FL
Reconductoring and Voltage Upgrading of Transmission
Lines
The transmission uprating course discusses some of the basic design
issues relating to transmission line design and ratings and then focuses
on techniques and technologies that may be applied to increase capacity
of overhead transmission circuits, first considering approaches that
minimize capital investment by line owners/operators. For more
information go to www.pdc-cables.com
Nov. 5-6: Power Delivery Consultants, Inc., Tampa/St. Pete,
FL
Safe Selection of Weather & Conductor Parameters for Line
Ratings
Through publication of the facility rating document, FAC-008-1, FERC is
insisting that transmission owners have a well-documented logical basis
for power equipment thermal ratings including overhead lines. This class
explains the historical basis for "worst-case" weather conditions used
in calculating the thermal rating of overhead lines, summarizes the best
concepts from the technical literature including both CIGRE and IEEE
standards, and provides guidance to making accurate field measurements
when appropriate. For more information go to www.pdc-cables.com
July 20: Shermco Industries
Low & Medium Voltage Circuit Breaker Maintenance
Students will learn safe and proper maintenance and testing procedures
on a variety of circuit breakers. Students will disassemble backboard
current
path, perform maintenance, reassemble and adjust circuit breakers.
Overcurrent
device testing will be performed on low-voltage circuit breakers, along
with other
standard tests. Power factor, vacuum bottle integrity and
over-potential testing
are among the tests performed on medium-voltage breakers. For more
information go to www.shermco.com.
July 20: Shermco Industries
Basic Electrical Technical Skills
This 4-day hands-on course concentrates on developing the skills and
knowledge for new or under-experienced employees who are required to
work with the electrical group. Basic terminology and basic concepts are
reviewed including. Single-line prints are used to familiarize attendees
with common equipment found in electrical systems, followed by a tour of
a facility to identify this equipment. Dataplates are interpreted,
limitations of various test equipment is discussed as well as the proper
way to use multi-meters, solenoid testers and proximity testers. For
more information go to www.shermco.com.
July 20-22: ETAP Power System Engineering, Houston, TX
Short-Circuit, Device Evaluation & Arc Flash
This hands-on workshop helps develop a basic understanding of the
capabilities of ETAP for short-circuit analysis, protective device
evaluation, coordination/ selectivity, and arc flash analysis. It
provides the skills, knowledge, and techniques necessary to become
proficient in ETAP to conduct protective device coordination and arc
flash studies. The workshop covers system modeling, operation, and
evaluation of the elements during steady-state, and short-circuit
conditions. The evaluation process includes protection and coordination
of protective devices. For more information www.etap.com/training.html.
Aug. 3-7: AVO Training Institute, Los Angeles Area, CA
Substation Maintenance II
This course covers substation types, applications,
configurations, components and applicable maintenance and safety
procedures. Students will perform air disconnect, ground, transformer,
maintenance and testing methods, insulation resistance, transformer
turns ratio (TTR), power/dissipation factor, core excitation, winding
resistance and a wide range of insulating liquid tests in lab.
For more information go to www.electricaltrainingservices.com
Aug. 3-4: Siemens Power Academy TD US, Schenectady,
NY
Power Distribution System Economics
Teaches engineers how to develop practical solutions to effectively
minimize overall distribution system costs by use of macroscopic and
microscopic electric utility economic model analysis. Covers reviews and
analyzes overall aspects of the electric utility system cost structure,
the relationship of these costs to the distribution system, and
application of project cost analysis to various types of distribution
alternatives. This course is intended for distribution engineers
involved with all aspects of system design, operation and equipment
specification.
For more information go to www.usa.siemens.com.
 Aug. 3-5: SEL University, Pullman, WA
Distribution System Protection, PROT-403
This course provides an in-depth study of the classic and current
methods of designing protection for medium-voltage power distribution
systems. Course participants will: Review fault calculations in
distribution systems; relaying fundamentals applied to distribution
systems and distribution digital relay concepts. Students will explore:
conventional distribution system protective devices; distribution feeder
protection and coordination; distribution substation protection and
coordination; modern protection schemes and power quality; protection of
distribution systems with dispersed generation and pilot protection
application in distribution systems. To learn more, visit www.selinc.com.
Aug. 6-7: SEL University, Pullman, WA
Enhancing Distribution Protection Using SEL-351S, APP-403
This course provides an in-depth study of the classic and current
methods of designing protection for medium-voltage power distribution
systems. Course participants will: review fault calculations in
distribution systems; relaying fundamentals applied to distribution
systems and distribution digital relay concepts. Students will explore:
conventional distribution system protective devices; distribution feeder
protection and coordination; distribution substation protection and
coordination; modern protection schemes and power quality; protection of
distribution systems with dispersed generation; pilot protection
application in distribution systems. Students will compare main
characteristics of modern distribution protection systems. To learn
more, visit www.selinc.com.
Aug. 10-14: Siemens Power Academy TD US, Schenectady,
NY
Industrial Power System Applications
This course will provide participants with an understanding of the
design and operation of a modern industrial power system. Starting from
basic concepts, the course shows how to design and operate a power
system to meet the needs of a wide range of industries. Case studies,
discussion of actual applications, and class problems are used to
illustrate and emphasize engineering principles being taught.
For more information go to www.usa.siemens.com.
August 11-13: SEL University, Dothan, AL
SEL Feeder Relay Testing, TST-103
This course covers skills required to enter settings, test, commission,
and troubleshoot SEL relays. Students will: review skills required to
work with SEL relays; learn about specific distribution relay testing
considerations; practice the acquired skills by working with different
relays throughout the course; gain familiarity with the operating
principles of each type of relay; explore the features of SEL relay
technology to make appropriate choices when designing test routines. A
variety of SEL relays will be used during the training, including
overcurrent (SEL-551), directional overcurrent (SEL-351S), and
percentage restrained differential (SEL-587) relays. To learn more,
visit www.selinc.com.
Aug. 17-21: AVO Training Institute, Houston, TX
Protective Relay Maintenance, Solid-State
This course covers solid-state relay theory, application
and components. Students will interpret wiring diagrams and timing
curves, and test, calibrate, repair and troubleshoot the following
relays in lab: voltage (BE1-27/59), overcurrent (BE1-51), differential
(BE1-87), directional (BE1-67, BE1-32), and synchro-verifier (BE1-25).
For more information go to www.electricaltrainingservices.com
Aug. 24-26: Siemens Power Academy TD US, Schenectady, NY
Introduction to Fiber Optics
This course is an "Introduction to Fiber Optics and Fiber Types." It
contains general information covering: Light-emitting diodes (LEDs) and
lasers, fiber manufacturing, fiber characteristics and specialty fiber.
This course is designed for managers, technicians, engineers, and
technical support personnel who directly or indirectly work with fiber
optic cable, connectors or fiber optic systems. For more information go
to www.usa.siemens.com.
Sept. 14-17: NaREC, Blyth, Northumberland, UK
Distributed Generation Systems
Give yourself a competitive advantage with this intensive training
course focusing on distributed generation systems, industrial
experiences, case studies and a tour of NaREC's facilities. For more
information go to www.theiet.org/disgen
For more information on posting your T&D courses contact Susan
Schaefer at 484-478-0154 or email: susan.schaefer@penton.com.
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Calendar of Events
T&D Industsry Events
JUNE
June 21-24: Electric Utility Fleet Managers Conference 56th
Annual (EUFMC), Williamsburg, Virginia, U.S.,
(757) 220-1795; www.eufmc.com
The meeting provides a forum where fleet representatives can exchange
information and discuss mutual concerns. The conference promotes close
cooperation between manufacturers, suppliers, services, and fleet
representatives engaged in the development and design of vehicles and
equipment associated with the electric utility industry.
June 23-24: Smart Utility Summit, The Thistle Marble Arch,
London, UK, +44 (0)20 7368 9300; www.smartutilityevent.com
The Smart Utility Summit 2009 provides the platform for leading
Utilities from across Europe who are actively seeking products and
solutions to build their 2009 business cases for technology and service
investment.
JULY
July 15-18: National Society of Professional Engineers
Annual Conference and Expo, St. Louis, Missouri, U.S., (703) 684-2800;
www.nspe.org
July 28-29: SEPA's 2009 Utility Solar Conference, San Jose, CA,
U.S., (202) 559-2025; www.utilitysolarconference.com
This conference will provide a forum to discuss and explore the benefit
of developing a viable long-term solar strategy. The conference will
include a track for distributed solar and a track for utility-scale
solar projects.
SEPTEMBER
Sept. 12-15: National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA)
Convention Exposition, Seattle, Washington, U.S., (301) 215-4507; www.necaconvention.org
The 2009 NECA Convention and Trade Show features opportunities to
discover new products and services, learn about best practices, network
with your peers, boost your company’s productivity, explore new
markets, and enjoy the best of Seattle.
Sept. 13: Rocky Mountain Electrical League (RMEL) Fall
Convention, Kansas City, Missouri, U.S., (303) 695-0089;
www.rmel.org
The Convention provides a relaxed forum for senior management of
electric energy companies to gather, network, and share information. The
primary focus of the Convention is the educational presentations.
Presentations can range from a CEO's vision of the industry to a focused
presentation on specific technology.
Sept. 13-16: Utilimetrics International Symposium, Denver,
Colorado, U.S., (847) 480-9628; www.amra-intl.org
Educational tracks focus on business solutions, value-added services,
information management, technology implementation, marketing and other
critical areas. The exhibit hall showcases the products and services of
all major AMR/AMI providers.
Sept. 13-16: American Public Works Association 2009 (APWA) The
Best in Show Public Works, Columbus, Ohio, U.S., (816) 472-6100; www.apwa.net
The 2009 APWA International Public Works Congress & Exposition offers
you a cost-effective way to face these changes head-on and discover
solutions and new technologies that will keep your agency ahead of the
game.
Sept. 20-22: 78th Annual Conference of the Utility
Purchasing Management Group, Washington, D.C., U.S.,
(913) 768-7005; www.upmg.org
Over 20 supply chain executives and professionals from the industry will
present on a wide variety of topics. Here is the opportunity to listen
to the current Administration and learn how the Infrastructure &
Stimulus Plan impacts Utility supply chains. You will also hear the
Utility perspective.
OCTOBER
Oct. 5-9: Finepoint’s Circuit Breaker Test & Maintenance Annual
Conference, Atlanta, Georgia, U.S., (707) 833-6288; www.circuitbreakerconference.com
Oct. 6-8: International Construction and Utility Equipment
Exposition (ICUEE), Louisville, Kentucky, U.S., (800) 867-6060; www.icuee.com
ICUEE attracts persons involved in the electric, phone/cable,
sewer/water, gas, general construction, landscaping and public works
segments. An estimated 25,000 industry professionals from around the
world are expected to attend ICUEE 2009 and the co-located
H2O-XPO.
Oct. 6-8: Instrument Society of America (ISA) Expo 2009, Houston,
Texas, U.S., (919) 549-8411; www.isa.org
Oct. 15-17: 26th Annual International Lineman’s Rodeo & Expo,
Safety and Training Conference, Overland Park, Kansas, U.S., (913)
967-1865;
www.linemansrodeokc.com
The third annual safety and training conference will be held along with
the competition for the world champion linemen. Don’t miss your chance
to hear from industry experts Carl Potter, H.D. (Pete) Peterson, D.D.S.,
M.D, Danny Raines and others speakers at the International Lineman’s
Rodeo Safety & Training conference.
Oct. 15-18: Association of Edison Illuminating Companies Annual
Meeting, Kiawah Island, South Carolina, U.S.,
(205) 257-2530; www.aeic.org
Oct. 25-29: IEEE/PES Transformers Committee
Fall 2009 Meeting, Lombard, Illinois, U.S.; (732) 562-3900;
www.transformerscommittee.org
NOVEMBER
Nov. 8-12: Electric Transmission & Substation Structure
Conference, Fort Worth, TX; www.asce.org
State of the industry forum for transmission and technical knowledge
while providing new engineers with the opportunity to get up to speed on
the core issues.
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