Design of Electrical Power Systems
On Demand Class | 16 Hours | 43 Modules | by Jim Phillips, P.E.
- 16 PDHs | 1.6 CEUs
- 43 Video Modules
- 24 In Class Problems
- Final Quiz – Minimum Passing Score of 70% Required for Continuing Education Credit
- Take the quiz as many times as you need
- Certificate of Completion with PDH/CEU Credit
- Program does NOT expire
- Store this program in your personal library for future reference
- Packed with in class examples and problems
- WATCH the Video Preview on the left
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Agenda
INTRODUCTION
Introduction to Electrical Power System Design, Electrical Safety Considerations, Electrical Codes and Standards, Economic Considerations of Design
TYPES OF SYSTEM DESIGNS
Radial Distribution Systems, Networks, Double Ended Substation, Primary Selective Systems, Loop System
VOLTAGE SELECTION
Selecting the Appropriate Voltage, 120/240V, 208Y/120V, 480Y/277V Systems, Medium Voltage Selection, Delta vs. Wye Configurations, Voltage Drop Calculations, Ferroresonance, Load Increase Requiring Changing Service to Medium Voltage.
LOAD CALCULATIONS
General Lighting Load Calculations, Appliance Loads, Receptacles Load Calculations, National Electrical Code Article 220 Requirements, VA per Square ft., Continuous vs. Non-Continuous, Demand Factors, Panel Schedules
CONDUCTORS
Conductor Selection, Conduit Sizing, Insulation Type, Correction Factors, Temperature Considerations, Neutral and Ground Conductors
OVERCURRENT DEVICES
Circuit Breaker, Fuses, Current Limitation, Introduction to Selective Coordination and Series Ratings
PANELBOARDS
Panelboard Sizing and Ratings, 80 percent vs. 100 percent ratings, Series Rated vs. Fully Rated Panels.
SWITCHBOARDS
Bus Ratings, Breaker and Fuse Selection, Bus Bracing, AIC, Layout, Series Ratings, Bus Structure, 6 Disconnect Rule
LIGHTING DESIGN
Zonal Cavity Lighting Calculations, Lighting Layout
CASE PROBLEM
Small Industrial Switchboard Circuit Design
TRANSFORMERS
Types of Transformers, Dry-Type, Liquid Filled, Cast Coil Designs, Temperation Ratings, Fan Cooling, Insulation Characteristics, Percent Impedance, Harmonics and K Factor, Transformer Protection Based on NEC® Article 450, Inrush Current, In Class Problems, Sizing and Protecting Transformers
MOTOR CIRCUITS
NEC® Article 430 Requirements, Motor Nameplate Full Load Amps vs. NEC Table’s Full Load Amps, Locked Rotor and Overload Protection, Insulation Class / Service Factor, Motor Tables, Sizing of Feeders, Protection, Motor Short Circuit Protection, In Class Problems – Designing Motor Circuits
GROUNDING
Grounding Electrode System Requirements, Equipment Grounding Conductor Selection, Separately Derived Systems, NEC® Article 250, Solidly Ground and Un-Grounded Systems, High Resistance Grounding, Ground, Ground Loops and Power Quality Issues
HAZARDOUS/CLASSIFIED LOCATIONS
Class I, II, and III, Divisions and Groups, Explosion Proof Equipment, Intrinsically Safe Circuits
LIGHTNING PROTECTION
Concept of Lightning Protection, Air Terminals, Conductors, NFPA 780 Requirements
GENERATORS
Emergency Vs. Standby, Selection of Generator and Prime Mover, Gasoline, Gas (LP/Natural), Diesel Driven, Design Considerations, Generator Loads
AUTOMATIC TRANSFER SWITCHES
Size and Withstand Current Ratings of Transfer Switches, 3 Pole vs. 4 Pole, Protection of the ATS
UNINTERRUPTIBLE POWER SUPPLIES
UPS Systems, Types, Heat Loss, Compatibility with Generators
CASE PROBLEM
Designing a Transformer Circuit for an Industrial Facility
Instructor: Jim Phillips, P.E.
Jim is not just another trainer reading a script. For almost 40 years, Jim has been helping tens of thousands of people around the world understand electrical power system design, analysis and safety. Having taught over 2500 classes during his career to people from all seven continents (Yes Antarctica is included!), he has developed a reputation for being one of the best trainers and public speakers in the electric power industry.
When asked questions about some topics, Jim’s explanations often run along the line of “Well, here’s what we were thinking and a bit of history” or “Here is why it was written in a particular way.”
His unique insider’s perspective is based on:
- Four Decades in the Industry
- Vice Chair: IEEE 1584 Guide for Performing Arc-Flash Hazard Calculations.
- International Chair: IEC TC78 Live Working – 40 + Standards and Documents
- Technical Committee Member: NFPA 70E Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace
- Steering Committee: IEEE/NFPA Arc Flash Research Collaboration
- Author: “How Guide to Perform Arc Flash Hazard Calculations”
- Contributing Editor: NECA’s multi-award-winning Electrical Contractor Magazine
- Member: ASTM F18 Committee.
This class is divided by subject into 43 separate modules. After completing the modules and passing a final quiz – 70%, a continuing education certificate can be printed and stored in your personal library for future use.
Download the PDF of the voltage drop and lighting calculation tables using the link below.
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