Transmission and Distribution: Pad-Mounted Transformers and Switchgear
The purpose of this interactive online course is to teach the basic principles of operation of pad-mounted transformers and switchgear, the types of equipment that are in common use, and how they are connected. The course also presents the basic principles of pad-mounted transformer and switchgear inspection and troubleshooting and shows an example of how to detect a problem with one leg of a three-phase transformer. At the conclusion of this course, participants should be able to state how pad-mounted transformers and switchgear are used and to describe how they are connected. They should be able to recognize and identify commonly used types of pad-mounted transformers and switchgear. They should also be able to inspect pad-mounted transformers and switchgear, and they should be able to detect a problem with one leg of a three-phase transformer.
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Learning Objectives
- Describe the characteristics, components, and general operation of a pad-mounted transformer
- Describe an installation procedure for a three-phase pad-mounted transformer
- Describe various problems that might be encountered when troubleshooting a three-phase pad-mounted transformer
- Explain how the troubleshooting process can be used to isolate the cause of a problem in a three-phase, pad-mounted transformer
- Describe the characteristics and components of pad-mounted switchgear
- Explain how the configuration of pad-mounted switchgear allows you to sectionalize and isolate portions of the system during repair or maintenance
Specs
Course Level | Intermediate |
Languages | English |
Compatibility | Audio, Video, MobileReady |
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