Power Plant Operator Training
Your resource for online Power System Operations Training.
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Our comprehensive online course catalog includes training for first-time individuals studying to be a power plant operator as well as those professionals seeking additional training, whether required or to learn a new skill, in the fields of: Power Distribution, Power Generation and Power Transmission in addition to NERC Continuing Education.
The power plant training courses provided by Power Plant Training Institute are designed not only to act as an introduction into the workplace for future professionals working in the power plant industry, but also as a refresher program, or skills booster, for those already in the industry.
The online course syllabus is designed to be informative and educational to both entry level employees as well as trained professionals and is designed to be not only informative, but interesting and compelling as well.
The premier online training portal for electric power generation, distribution, transmission and interconnected system operations — Online Institute of America offers interactive online courses in the categories of Transmission System Operations, System Protection Technology, Heat Rate Optimization, Power System Operations for Maintenance Personnel and many more. All courses are recognized by the North American Electric Reliability Council (NERC) for continuing education within the electric utility industry.
No matter what your role is on the job, proper and adequate training is always highly recommended. As an employer, would you hire someone who isn’t willing to take an online course to learn about the materials, equipment and tools they’re going to be working with? As an employee, would you feel safe working in an environment that you aren’t fully comfortable with your surroundings?
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Popular Online Power System Operations Training Areas
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| Distribution System Training
This program covers distribution networks and equipment, system protection, control and automation, equipment testing and maintenance, and the distribution system operator’s role. |
Electrical Fundamentals
This series will provide you with an overall understanding of Electrical Fundamentals including Ohms Law, AC Circuits, Transformers and Three Phase Systems. |
| Electrical Relays
This series explores the fundamental operating principles, typical applications and connections for the specific type of relay illustrating typical tests including: minimum pickup, zero check, insulation tests, timing tests, and seal-in circuit tests. |
Electrical Troubleshooting Skills
This series is ideal for learning proven electrical troubleshooting techniques and applying them in a simulated environment. |
| Electric Utility Management
This series covers all aspects of utility management activities including operation, financial control, regulatory compliance, and structure to cope with recent industry trends. |
Power Quality
This series develops an understanding of the basic parameters of power quality, problems caused by different types of electrical equipment and suggests ways of mitigating the problem. |
| Power System Harmonics
This program examines the causes, systems parameters, operating conditions and equipment related to harmonic distortion. Problem analysis, mitigation techniques and industry standards are applied to actual casestudies for greater emphasis. |
Power System Operations
This program develops an understanding of the concepts and technology of electric power system operation and dispatch. Particular attention is given to emergency situations and system recovery. |
NERC Continuing Education Hours (CEH)
Online Institute of America provides over 300 NERC approved continuing education hours (CEH) that will assist your organization and personnel with the necessary knowledge to ensure emergency preparedness levels remain high.
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