Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
FAA-0720
Organization's ID:
40177001
Organization:
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Academy
Location:
Classroom-based
Length:
10 weeks (400 hours)
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Upper-Division Baccalaureate 1 Electrical Safety
Upper-Division Baccalaureate 6 Electrical Power Generation and Distribution Systems
Upper-Division Baccalaureate 6 Electrical Power Generation and Distribution Systems Troubleshooting and Maintenance
This course is recommended for a total of 13 semester hours in the upper-division baccalaureate degree category
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to enable National Airspace System (NAS) personnel to be able to maintain the ARTCC Critical and Essential Power System (ACEPS).

Learning Outcomes:

  • Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain the ARTCC Critical and Essential Power System

General Topics:

  • Safety, 48VDC control power systems, engine generator control panels, no load tests, auto starts, and safety shutdowns
  • Woodward panel
  • Electrical and mechanical circuit breakers and protective relays
  • Auto and manual synchronization and transfers
  • Uninterruptible Power Module (UPM) rectifier charges
  • UPM inverters
  • Bypass transfer and control system
  • Critical power centers, and emergency critical and essential system restoration
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Audio Visual Materials
  • Classroom Exercise
  • Computer Based Training
  • Discussion
  • Laboratory
  • Lectures
  • Practical Exercises

Methods of Assessment:

  • Examinations

Minimum Passing Score:

70%
Supplemental Materials