ABOUT JIM This half day NFPA 70E awareness class provides an overview of electrical hazards such as electric shock, arc flash and others and covers the major topics found in NFPA 70E including PPE selection and energized work permits.The ½ day format allows employers to divide their staff into two groups with one group attending […]
SynopsisWith electric utility deregulation and large scale blackouts emergency and standby power systems are more important than ever. This class covers the requirements of sizing, operation, protection and planning a generator installation. Included is how to analyze the effect of harmonic producing loads and motor starting on the generator operation.DescriptionCodes and StandardsNFPA, NEMA, UL, ANSI, […]
SynopsisPower systems are facing a decrease in reliability yet mission critical systems must have 100% reliability. This class will show you how to properly size a UPS system, transfer switches selection, UPS heat loss, reliability, compatibility issues and more.DescriptionAutomatic Transfer Switches, Design, Operation, Emergency Rated, Short Circuit Withstand Ratings, Overcurrent Protection, 3 Pole Vs. 4 PoleStatic Transfer […]
SynopsisThe backbone of many electric power systems is the medium voltage distribution system. Typically operating at voltages ranging from 2,400 to 34,500 Volts, voltage stress, corona, surges and protection of equipment all create unique challenges in design, equipment selection, operation and engineering.This 2nd class by Jim Phillips, P.E. takes you through the fundamentals of medium […]
SynopsisThis is the first part of a two day class designed to show you the fundamentals of motor operation and selection as well as how to design motor circuits. Learn the basics of variable frequency drive application. See how to model various motor parameters for determining a motor’s effect on the power distribution system including […]
SynopsisThis is the second part of a two day class designed to show you the fundamentals of motor operation and selection as well as how to design motor circuits. Learn the basics of variable frequency drive application. See how to model various motor parameters for determining a motor’s effect on the power distribution system including […]
SynopsisPower Distribution Equipment – Part 2 builds upon part one and includes the application and selection of circuit breakers, panelboards, switchboards, fuses, and relays. In addition, low & medium voltage switchgear and an introduction to short circuit and coordination studies are included.DescriptionSwitchboards and PanelboardsLighting and Appliance Panelboards, 80% vs. 100% Ratings, Power Panelboards, Switchboards and […]
NFPA 70E – 2021 -Awareness Training – 1/2 Day Synopsis This one day class takes you through the basics of power factor and harmonic analysis. How do you manage harmonics? Learn how to analyze harmonics, perform resonance calculations, understand IEEE 519, perform THD calculations and design harmonic filters. In addition, learn what to do about […]
SynopsisVery few universities teach the Power System Analysis – Per Unit anymore but it is still a fundamental concept for electric power systems. This class teaches you the basics of electric power system analysis including the per unit system.DescriptionPOWER SYSTEM ANALYSIS CONCEPTSRLC Circuits, Series, Parallel, Delta/Wye, Complex Impedances, Per Phase Analysis, Thevenin EquivalentsPER UNIT ANALYSISBase Quantities, […]
SynopsisA continuation of part one, this class builds upon the per unit system and takes you to the next level with symmetrical components and unbalanced power system calculations. Learn how to more easily use positive, negative and zero sequence components and draw zero sequence diagrams.DescriptionCONDUCTOR MODELINGImpedance Data, Geometric Mean Radius, Geometric Mean Distance, Capacitive Line […]
Synopsis Protective Device Coordination Analysis is designed to show you how to use time current curves and perform coordination studies with breakers, relays and fuses. The program provides an explanation of how to maximize reliability by developing a properly coordinated power distribution system. Description COORDINATION STUDIESSelective Coordination Basics, Time Current Curves, Data Requirements, Device Settings, […]
ABOUT JIM Jim Phillips, P.E. will show you how to work with protective relays and determine optimal settings for protection and coordination in this first part of a two part class. The Class begins with the basics of overcurrent relays and progresses in Part 2 with more advanced topics including differential protection, generator protection, transformer […]
Protective Relaying - Part 1 and Part 2Jim Phillips, P.E. will show you how to work with protective relays and determine optimal settings for protection and coordination in this first part of a two part class. The Class begins with the basics of overcurrent relays and progresses in Part 2 with more advanced topics including differential […]
In part one of the two day Arc Flash Training class, Jim Phillips, P.E. introduces the concepts required to perform an arc flash study based on IEEE 1584. These concepts which not only include NFPA 70E requirements but also short circuit calculation basics, time current coordination curves, 85 percent multiplier, 125 kVA cut off, labeling […]
Synopsis:Power Distribution Equipment will help the student gain insight into the operation, selection and application of motors and variable frequency drives. You will also learn about transformer design, application and protection as well as transformer vault requirements.DescriptionIntroduction to Specification and DesignDesign Process, Specifications, DrawingsConductors for General WiringAmpacity and Temperature Consideration, Locations, Markings, Direct BurialMedium Voltage […]
ABOUT JIM his course by Jim Phillips, P.E. has become the industry standard that defines the “Crash Course” in electrical power system analysis. Very few universities teach Per Unit and Symmetrical Components calculations anymore but it is still a fundamental concept for electric power system analysis. Jim Phillips teaches you the basics of the per […]
NFPA 70E states that retraining in safety-related work practices and applicable changes in this standard shall be performed at intervals not to exceed 3 years.This time frame is so employees can keep up to date with the triennial revision cycle of this important electrical safety standard.Complete this NFPA 70E requirement now by learning about the […]
ABOUT JIM National Electrical Code Article 250 can be one of the most confusing parts of the NEC. This class teaches you the fundamentals of the grounding and bonding requirements based on the National Electrical for electrical power systems. Learn about the grounding electrode system, equipment grounding, bonding jumpers and more. Understand why substations have ground […]
Discounts Register 3 People and the 4th is FREE! Group/Corporate Rates Available ABOUT JIM This 2 Day class by Jim Phillips, P.E. covers the major articles found in the 2020 edition of the National Electrical Code®. You will not only learn what the various code articles mean, but you will also learn how to correctly […]
ABOUT JIM This course was developed and is taught by Jim Phillips, P.E. Learn how to perform short circuit analysis / calculations and equipment adequacy evaluations. Understand the importance of X/R ratios, symmetrical vs. asymmetrical faults and how series ratings work. Many calculation examples are used to illustrate how to perform an analysis. The methods […]
How to Perform an Arc Flash Hazard Calculation Study using IEEE 1584 and DC CalculationsJim Phillips, P.E. shows you how to perform arc flash calculations and conduct the comprehensive arc flash study in this two day arc flash training class. You will perform calculations of incident energy, arcing current, arc flash boundary and DC arc flash […]
ABOUT JIM INTRODUCTIONHUMAN EFFECTS AND ELECTRICAL HAZARDSPhysiological Effects, Tissue Damage, Electric Shock, Arc Flash, Arc Blast, Sound Pressure, Shrapnel, UV Light, Internal Organ Damage, Burns, Fibrillation, “Curable” 2nd Degree Burn Requirements, Arc Blast Pressure, Sound Pressure, Incident Energy and 1.2 Calories/cm2CODES AND STANDARDSOSHA 29 CFR – Part 1910, Subpart S, NFPA 70, National Electrical Code®, […]
This Two-Day class addresses the major topics associated with medium and high voltage electrical safety based on OSHA 1910-269. Although each OSHA topic will be covered which includes some non-electrical topics, the primary focus will be on electrical topics and electrical safety when working on or near exposed energized conductors. Arc flash protection and shock […]
Jim Phillips, P.E. helps you complete this NFPA 70E requirement by walking you through the major changes to the 2021 Edition of NFPA 70E
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March 6 - 7
Jim Phillips, P.E. takes you though the major changes and review of the 2024 NFPA 70E. $495.00
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July 10-11, 2024
Jim Phillips, P.E. takes you on a deep dive of the 2024 NFPA 70E with this two day class
Jim Phillips, P.E. helps you complete this NFPA 70E requirement by walking you through the major changes to the 2021 Edition of NFPA 70E
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