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• CL-APPA Part #1: Overhead Distribution System Principles and Applications

  • Start
    4 Sep 2024
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    12:00 PM (EDT)
  • End
    12 Sep 2024
  •  
    4:00 PM (EDT)
  • Location
    Online, you will receive a link

  Virtual Training Overhead Distribution System Principles and Applications September 4, 5, 10, 11 & 12, 2024 12:00-4:00 PM Eastern Plus a required orientation session September 3, 1-2:00 PM.   Join us as we hold this popular course as a series of five interactive virtual sessions. It’s a convenient way to 'attend' the course, while still having the opportunity to interact with the instructors, your industry peers, and earn 17.5 PDH credits. This course is applications-oriented, including online lecture, interaction, and learning by doing.  Learn about the characteristics and functions of overhead distribution components and the legal/regulatory/business requirements that drive today’s overhead distribution practices. Explore specific requirements and practices associated with overhead line conductors and cables, structural components, grounding, and lightning protection. Learning Environment All sessions incorporate real-time presentations from industry experts, Q&A, group interaction, and hands-on exercises.  Timing Participate in a 60-minute orientation session on September 3, followed by five, real-time sessions from Noon – 4 p.m. Eastern on September 4, 5, 10, 11 and 12. There will be two 15-minute breaks incorporated into each session. Course Overview Overhead distribution continues to play an essential role for most utilities in delivering electric service to end-use customers, either directly or as the source for underground line extensions. Learn about the characteristics and functions of the various components that comprise the overhead distribution system as well as the legal/regulatory and business requirements that drive today’s overhead distribution practices.  Explore specific requirements and practices associated with overhead line conductors and cables, structural components, grounding, and lightning protection. Learn how to review and improve your utility’s overhead line design criteria and construction standards, make better design decisions, and enhance safety and service reliability.  Recommended For Those who work at all levels of overhead distribution design including: Engineering managers Design engineers  Design/staking supervisors and technicians Consulting engineers Crew supervisors and senior lineworkers  Those who are relatively inexperienced in the industry or to overhead distribution, as well as those with experience who want to “refresh and update” their understanding of underlying principles, practices, and the components and equipment that comprise today’s overhead distribution system will benefit from participating. It is highly recommended that you attend this course  in conjunction with Part 2: Best Practices in Overhead Distribution Line Design  being held IN PERSON at APPA's Fall Institute September 30 – October 3, 2024 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM Look for additional online offerings of both OHD courses again in 2025 Course Schedule and Topics Orientation Session: September 3 (1-2 PM Eastern) We request that all participants attend this session, though a recording will also be made available. The session will cover: Instructor and participant introductions  Course overview, materials, and expectations Technology and logistics (the APPA document portal and homework/exercises) Zoom functionality (breakout rooms, webcams/audio, best practices, etc.) Completion requirements for continuing education credits Each subsequent session will be held from Noon – 4 p.m. Eastern.   Introduction to Overhead Distribution:  September 4 The overhead distribution system: purpose, characteristics, components and equipment The legal, regulatory and business environment for overhead distribution design, construction and operation Introduction to NESC requirements for overhead lines  Overhead Line Conductors, Cables and NESC Clearances:  September 5 Overhead line conductor/cable types, properties and applications Basic concepts of sag-tension design and its impact on clearances Introduction to NESC clearance requirements and compliance Overhead Line Physical Loading and Structures (Part 1):  September 10 Overhead line structure types and applications Basic concepts of structure loading and strength  Introduction to NESC loading/strength requirements and compliance Overhead Line Conductors, Cables, and Structures (Part 2):  September 11 Overhead line guying and anchoring Overhead line materials (wood and manufactured components) Basic line design application examples and assigned exercises Overhead Line Electrical Considerations:  September 12 Overhead line grounding Overhead line insulation and lightning protection Course Level Basic/Intermediate: No prerequisites, though some advance preparation is requested, including attending an orientation session on August 22 (1-1:45 p.m. Eastern – this will be recorded) and completing a brief pre-course survey.  Technology Requirements Zoom Meeting Application: Attendees are required to have strong Internet access, in order to run the Zoom meeting platform. Click here to learn more about downloading the Zoom Web Client. Audio/Webcam: You will need to enable computer audio to listen and speak (alternatively a call-in number will be provided) and you will also need a webcam, so you can fully engage in the small group breakout session and group discussions. Additional Requirements 2023 NESC: Participants are required to have a copy of the 2023 National Electric Safety Code® (ANSI C2-2023) on hand to review during the course. Hard copies and electronic version can be purchased from IEEE (www.ieee.org; 800/701-4333). Course Access and Materials Zoom Links: Zoom log in credentials will be sent out 24 hours before the start of Session 1. Course materials: Attendees will receive access to APPA’s secure online document portal a week before the course, where the eManuals and other course materials will be made available, allowing you to work with them before, during and after the online sessions.  Recordings: The sessions will be recorded and can also be accessed through APPA’s document portal (within a week of the last class in the program), in case you can’t attend the live versions. Recordings will be accessible for 90 days after the last course session. Note: Continuing education credits can only be issued for attending live sessions. Application Exercises/Homework Following each live session, participants are expected to either complete a quiz (to test your knowledge on key concepts) or work independently on line design application exercises (some exercises will be conducted during the live sessions).  Further instructions will be provided at the beginning of Session One. The estimated time for completing these items is up to 1 hour per class day. Accreditation The following continuing education credits will be provided, after successfully completing 90% of all five live sessions. Certificates will available by Feb. 9. These sessions will be recorded, though certificates can only be awarded to those who participate in the live events (click here to review requirements). Recommended CEUs 1.4  /  PDHs 17.5  /  CPEs 16.8  Field of Study: Specialized Knowledge Instructors  Lead Instructor R. John Miner, P.E., is an accomplished executive manager and educator with over 45 years of experience in the electric utility industry. He is president of Collaborative Learning, Inc., of Austin and San Antonio, Texas and has been an APPA instructor for more than 30 years and an instructor for the University of Wisconsin for 20 years. Before forming his own company, he worked for the Austin, Texas, Electric Utility Department, Rochester Public Utilities in Minnesota, and as an assistant professor for the University of Houston. John earned a Bachelor of Science degree in electrical engineering (with honors), and a Master of Science degree in engineering science, both from the University of Toledo.  John is a Senior Life Member of the IEEE and is a registered Professional Engineer in the states of Texas and Minnesota.  M. Thomas Black, P.E., is an accomplished executive manager, consultant and course instructor with more than 30 years of experience in the electric and gas utility industries. In addition to working with Collaborative Learning, Tom’s experience includes employment with both municipal and investor owned utilities across multiple jurisdictions in Colorado, North Carolina, South Carolina and Florida. He teaches a variety of courses on technical topics and also has extensive executive level experience in managing electric and gas utility systems, including serving as chief energy officer and energy delivery general manager. Tom has also served on the boards of RMEL and the Colorado Association of Municipal Utilities and is a member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE). Erich Schoennagel, P.E., has cultivated over 45 years of experience in the electric industry. He is a former manager and engineer with CenterPoint Energy and managed the Transmission Project Engineering group. Erich served for 15 years as a member advisor and chairman of the Underground Transmission Task Force for the Electric Power Research Institute until his retirement from CenterPoint Energy. There he directed research related to underground transmission and superconductivity. He was a board member of the annual TSDOS symposium, and a former member of the American Concrete Institute 336 committee related to foundation design and construction.

  Registration Fee: $2,990 for non-members $1,495 for APPA members (Must register through APPA) $1,495 through Collaborative Learning/Academy (Must register through APPA and use code CL2024) Discounts: Save $300 if you register for both Parts 1 and 2. REGISTER NOW!

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• In Person: Best Practices in Overhead Distribution Line Design

  • Start
    30 Sep 2024
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    8:30 AM (PDT)
  • End
    3 Oct 2024
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    4:30 PM (PDT)
  • Location
    APPA's Fall Institute, Seattle, WA

  Overhead Distribution Series Part 2  In-Person Training Best Practices in Overhead Distribution Line Design Part of the Fall Education Institute in Seattle, WA. Learn all about structural design principles, along with hands-on design exercises, including the practical application of a design program. This course builds on content presented in the Overhead Distribution Principles and Applications virtual course (September 4, 5, 10,11,12). It is highly recommended that attendees take both courses. Learning Environment All sessions incorporate real-time presentations from industry experts, Q&A, group interaction, and hands-on exercises.  Timing Monday, September 30 – Thursday, October 3 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM daily. Course Overview Overhead distribution continues to play an essential role for most utilities in delivering electric service to end-use customers either directly or as the source for underground line extensions. Overhead line design is an engineering discipline that requires the consistent and proper application of engineering principles and ethics to prepare quality designs and reduce liability exposure.  Learn how to enhance your line design processes and prepare designs that are safe, reliable, and in compliance with National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) requirements. Review industry best practices, engage with your peers, and complete over twenty-five (25) practical hands-on design exercises using line design software.  Attendees will return to their work better prepared to help their organizations adopt design practices that comply with applicable professional engineering laws and regulations.   Who Should Attend Those who work at all levels of overhead distribution design including: Engineering managers Design engineers  Design/staking supervisors and technicians Consulting engineers Crew supervisors and senior lineworkers  Course Topics Overhead Line Design Accountabilities and Process Overhead line design protocols and processes  NESC general requirements for overhead lines Joint use and other considerations in overhead line design   Conductor/Cable Sag, Tension, and Clearance NESC requirements for maximum conductor/cable sag determination NESC and practical requirements for maximum conductor/cable design tension  Conductor/cable sag and tension calculations, sag-tension software, and application examples/exercises   NESC Clearance Requirements Clearances to ground and water surfaces; buildings and other structures; and between conductors, cables and equipment Selected special clearance conditions and application examples/exercises  Overhead Line Structure Loading and Strength  NESC requirements for supporting structure design  Determination of mechanical forces on supporting structures  Overhead line guying and anchoring design considerations Supporting structure loading application examples and exercises Wood poles (types, treatments, dimensions, strength classes, and specifications) and manufactured poles (types, characteristics, NESC equivalent designs, and specifications)  Pole embedment designs  Half-day Line Design Workshop Line design exercises, software applications and discussion   What to Bring  Participants are required to bring a laptop to work through in-class, line design application exercises and a basic engineering calculator or app. Line Design Software  You will use the Utility Line Design Client program to perform some basic line design calculations in class. You’ll receive complimentary access to for 30 days (from the start of the course).  Sample Agenda/Learning Outcomes Coming soon! Course Level  Basic/Intermediate: No prerequisites; no advance preparation. For those looking for more comprehensive training, it is highly recommended that you attend this course in conjunction with the Overhead Distribution Principles and Applications virtual training being held August 23-31.   Accreditation The following continuing education credits will be provided, after successfully completing the session (click here to review requirements). Certificates will be available by October 21.  Recommended CEUs 2/PDHs 19.5/CPEs 23.4  Field of Study: Specialized Knowledge Instructors  Lead Instructor R. John Miner, P.E., is an accomplished executive manager and educator with over 45 years of experience in the electric utility industry. He is president of Collaborative Learning, Inc., of Austin and San Antonio, Texas and has been an APPA instructor for more than 30 years and an instructor for the University of Wisconsin for 20 years. Before forming his own company, he worked for the Austin, Texas, Electric Utility Department, Rochester Public Utilities in Minnesota, and as an assistant professor for the University of Houston. John earned a Bachelor of Science degree in electrical engineering (with honors), and a Master of Science degree in engineering science, both from the University of Toledo.  John is a Senior Life Member of the IEEE and is a registered Professional Engineer in the states of Texas and Minnesota.  Ted Dimberio, P.E., is an accomplished engineer with over 40 years of experience in electric and telecommunication line design. He is currently President and CFO of Utility Line Design and President of Line Design University. Ted has worked in all capacities of line design including field staking, construction supervision, management, and consulting. He has been an industry leader in developing engineering software for electric distribution utilities that auto-generates profile drawings and required line design calculations to verify and document engineering decisions. Ted received his civil and structural engineering education from Mesabi State Junior College and the University of Minnesota. He is a registered Professional Engineer in the states of Minnesota and Wisconsin. Erich Schoennagel, P.E., has cultivated over 45 years of experience in the electric industry. He is a former manager and engineer with CenterPoint Energy and managed the Transmission Project Engineering group. Erich served for 15 years as a member advisor and chairman of the Underground Transmission Task Force for the Electric Power Research Institute until his retirement from CenterPoint Energy. There he directed research related to underground transmission and superconductivity. He was a board member of the annual TSDOS symposium, and a former member of the American Concrete Institute 336 committee related to foundation design and construction.  M. Thomas Black, P.E., is an accomplished executive manager, consultant and course instructor with more than 30 years of experience in the electric and gas utility industries. In addition to working with Collaborative Learning, Tom’s experience includes employment with both municipal and investor owned utilities across multiple jurisdictions in Colorado, North Carolina, South Carolina and Florida. He teaches a variety of courses on technical topics and also has extensive executive level experience in managing electric and gas utility systems, including serving as chief energy officer and energy delivery general manager. Tom has also served on the boards of RMEL and the Colorado Association of Municipal Utilities and is a member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE).

  Registration Fee: $3,5900 for non-members $1,795 for APPA members $1,795 for Collaborative Learning & Academy Overhead Distribution Bundle: Save $300! This includes registration fees for the 2 classes in the track: Overhead Distribution Systems Principles & Applications (virtual) and Best Practices in Overhead Line Design (in-person). $2,990 for APPA members before Sept. 12 $2,990 for Collaborative Learning & Academy Registration for this course  is BEING HANDLED through APPA. REGISTER NOW Phone: 202-467-2978

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