Course Purpose
This course provides information on the construction, operation, maintenance, and inspection of medium voltage switchgear and circuit breakers.
- Course Number: EMS-210
- Type: Instructor-led
- Technology: Craft Skills
- Category: Understand
- Duration: 5 days
Objectives
After completing this course, students should be able to perform the following tasks:
- List and explain the voltage level conventions used in electrical equipment
- List and describe the components that make up electrical switchgear
- Identify and explain the four general classifications of circuit breakers
- List and explain the major ratings of circuit breakers
- Discuss the major components associated with a power system
- Demonstrate inspection methods of medium voltage circuit breakers
Who Should Attend
- Electricians and Electrical Technicians who work on greater than 600 Volts and less than 13,000 Volts
Prerequisites
None
Student Materials
To enhance and facilitate the students’ learning experiences, the following materials are provided as part of the course package:
- Student Manual includes the key concepts, definitions, examples, and activities presented in this course
- Lab Book provides learning activities and hands-on practice. Solutions are included after each exercise for immediate feedback.
Hands-on Practice
Throughout this course, you will have the opportunity to practice the skills you have learned through a variety of hands-on exercises. These exercises focus on the skills introduced in each lesson.
You will also have the opportunity to combine and practice groups of key skills by completing multiple integrated practices during the course.
Next Level Learning
Once you have mastered the skills covered in this course, you may want to attend specific training, such as:
- Protective Relays course (EMS-220)
Course Agenda
Day 1
- Voltage Level Conventions
- Switchgear Makeup
- Circuit BreakersÂ
Day 2
- Disconnects
- Starters
- Bus Bars
Day 3
- Switchgear Maintenance
Day 4
- Switchgear Troubleshooting
Day 5
- Switchgear Testing
- Review
- Written Exam
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