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May 06, 2024
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EDT 205 - Basic Substation Maintenance
Credits: 2
2 Skills Lab Hours
Description
This course familiarizes students with the function of low and high-tension electrical equipment found in an electrical substation. Specific topics of study include print reading, proper names, safety procedures, basic maintenance tasks, basic construction tasks, test procedures and the operation of testing equipment, as well as high-tension switching and clearance procedures.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, the student will:
- Explain the operations of substation equipment.
- Define key electrical substation terms.
- Define and complete substation permits.
- Identify the various symbols on a single line electrical diagram.
- Interpret single line electrical diagrams.
- Explain operating and clearance procedures.
- Read substation panel voltmeter, ammeters, wattmeter’s and KVA (kilo-volt amp) meters.
Listed Topics
- Basic substation safety procedures
- Basic substation equipment
- Print reading (single line and reclosing time)
- Proper operating names and breaker codes
- Clearance and switching procedures
- Meters and their uses
Reference Materials
Approved instructor textbooks, internet resources and supplemental materials.
Students who successfully complete this course acquire general knowledge, skills and abilities that align with CCAC’s definition of an educated person. Specifically, this course fulfills these General Education Goals: - Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
- Communication
Approved By: Dr. Quintin B. Bullock Date Approved: 5/8/2023
Last Reviewed: 5/8/2023
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