Substation Operation & Maintenance Training (In Person)

Course Overview

Transmission to Distribution Substations is an essential component of the Power Delivery System. Public Power organization operating these facilities need qualified personnel to operate and maintain equipment and systems.

This course begins will a cursory review of basic terms and definition and moves quickly to explain the function of common components found in an air insulated substation. High voltage bus configurations, power transformer accessories, HV & MV Circuit Breakers will be discussed in depth. The program also includes protection/control schemes and automation equipment. The course concludes with a discussion of substation asset management programs. 

Who Should Attend

Anyone associated with the design, construction, operation and/or maintenance of a T to D Substation will find this course helpful. Attendees should have a general knowledge of power delivery systems.

Learning Objectives

• Describe the various components and all equipment in substations

• Review possible causes and solutions to substation faults

• Explain the various factors in and parts to substation safety

• Engage in an understanding of basic substation drawings and diagrams

• Identify the components of a Substation Asset Management Program

• Discuss protective relaying techniques and automation systems.

Instructors

Gary Roberts PE

Gary Roberts is a Professional Engineer with over 40 years’ experience in the Electric Utility industry, 25 years plus with TXU, worked on international engagements,10 years with Pike Engineering in various capacities and is currently a staff engineer with DRG Technical Solutions. Gary is a graduate of the University of Texas at Arlington with a BSEE and a graduate of Southern Methodist University with an MBA.

Jerry Josken

Jerry holds a BS in Electrical Engineering Technology from the Milwaukee School of Engineering and an MBA from North Central College. During his 30+ year career with Eaton Power Systems, Jerry served in a variety of engineering capacities. In his time as a senior consultant with Pike Engineering, Jerry developed professional development programs for clients, as well as the firm’s freshman engineers. Currently, Jerry is a senior consultant for EUCI where he creates and conducts continuing education courses on various power delivery topics.