Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
NJAT-0067
Organization's ID:
J228LM.I1
Organization:
electrical training ALLIANCE
Location:
Hybrid
Length:
16 hours
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 1 power quality monitoring
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to provide knowledge on power quality terminology, costs, concepts and defining the power quality issues that directly affect digital equipment and traditional electrical loads are the objectives outlined within the course material.

Learning Outcomes:

  • understand how the information networks contribute to and suffer from PQ phenomena
  • explain Time is Money factors as they relate to PQ phenomena
  • identify the waveforms associated with specific PQ disturbances
  • list the possible causes of PQ disturbances
  • explain the various locations commonly associated with the cause of a specific PQ disturbance
  • describe the safety concerns involved with Power Quality analysis
  • identify unsafe work practices
  • explain safe work practices and understand their intent
  • describe how a digital multimeter (DMM) may be used to gather power quality information
  • describe the uses of a portable monitoring device
  • describe the uses of a permanently-installed monitoring device
  • describe the advantages and applications of an infrared imager or scanner
  • list the range of resources available for a power quality analysis
  • describe and follow safety procedures when performing PQ monitor setup
  • describe how to connect a monitor to voltage and current connections
  • list the parameters that need to be gathered by PQ equipment
  • explain the programming parameters of a typical monitor
  • describe why a benchmark test or survey is needed
  • describe the procedures, issues, and related objectives for conducting a site audit
  • describe troubleshooting procedures for issues related to a facility's power supply
  • describe specific characteristics of different types of PQ problem sources
  • develop a logical conclusion based upon relevant analysis
  • suggest preventative measures to prevent potential power quality phenomena
  • understand the implications of even harmonics on a circuit
  • explain causes and effects of sags and swells
  • explain power factor
  • describe how improper use of a monitoring device can lead to conclusions that appear to contradict logic
  • explain how protective devices can contribute to PQ problems
  • recite and grasp the intentions of a "rule" when determining PQ problem sources
  • list common mitigation strategies
  • list the sources of power quality phenomenon
  • list specific remedies for specific power quality problem sources
  • recall basic power quality definitions that describe specific power quality problems

General Topics:

  • Why care about power quality?
  • The basics of power quality
  • Safety
  • Using the right tool
  • Monitor setup
  • Data collection and analysis
  • Practical examples
  • Rules of thumb
  • Mitigation equipment
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

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

Methods of Assessment:

  • Examinations
  • Other
  • Performance Rubrics (Checklists)
  • Presentations
  • Quizzes
  • Classroom Participation

Minimum Passing Score:

75%
Supplemental Materials