Power Line Worker Distribution, Level 2, 1st edition

Published by Pearson (February 8, 2012) © 2012

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This exceptionally produced trainee guide features a highly illustrated design, technical hints and tips from industry experts, review questions and a whole lot more! Key content includes: Alternating Current and Three-Phase Systems, Introduction to Aerial Distribution Equipment, Cable and Conductor Installation and Removal, Underground Residential Distribution Systems (URDs), Overhead and URD Service Installations, and Distribution Line Maintenance.

Features:

  • One of three specialty areas following completion of Level 1, the six full-color modules in Level 2: Distribution build on the knowledge gained in the first level of this series and makes it more applicable to the area of power distribution.
  • Level 2 focuses on three-phase systems, aerial distribution equipment, underground residential distribution systems, and cable and conductor installation and removal.
  • Well-illustrated, up-to-date, and practical information.
  • Special features include color illustrations, notes, cautions and warnings, On Site and Think About it Sections, and Step-by-step instructions.
  • Trade terms are presented and comprehension of each module is tested with Review Questions and a written and performance test at the end of each module.
  • Compliance with the Office of Apprenticeship requirements for related classroom training (CFR 29:29).

(Total Level Hours: 157.5)

 

Alternating Current and Three-Phase Systems

(17.5 Hours)

Trainee $19 ISBN 978-0-13-274259-7

Instructor $19 ISBN 978-0-13-274266-5

Introduces the development of both single- and three-phase alternating current. Analyzes the relationship of AC phases and

introduces key components used to refine AC power. Discusses the operation of transformers and introduces trainees to

advanced AC concepts such as reactive power and the power factor. (Module ID 80201-11)

 

Aerial Distribution Equipment

(25 Hours)

Trainee $19 ISBN 978-0-13-274260-3

Instructor $19 ISBN 978-0-13-274268-9

Identifies the various equipment components found on overhead distribution system poles and describes the function

of each, including transformers, reclosers, fuses, sectionalizers, capacitor banks, and voltage regulators. (Module ID 80202-

11)

 

Cable and Conductor Installation and Removal

(20 Hours)

Trainee $19 ISBN 978-0-13-274261-0

Instructor $19 ISBN 978-0-13-274269-6

Describes the types of conductors and cables used in overhead and underground residential distribution systems and the

equipment and procedures used to install and remove them. Includes methods used to splice conductors. (Module ID

80203-11)

 

Underground Residential Distribution (URD) Systems

(30 Hours)

Trainee $19 ISBN 978-0-13-274263-4

Instructor $19 ISBN 978-0-13-274271-9

Describes the methods used to distribute power in residential and commercial subdivisions, including the equipment used in

the process, such as pad-mount transformers and switchgear. The module covers the components and methods used to

connect primary and secondary power, as well as the protective devices used in URD systems and methods used to locate and

repair buried cables. (Module ID 80204-11)

 

Overhead and URD Service Installations

(15 Hours)

Trainee $19 ISBN 978-0-13-274264-1

Instructor $19 ISBN 978-0-13-274272-6

Describes the methods and procedures used in terminating single-phase and three-phase aerial and URD systems at

residential and commercial customer locations. Includes coverage of revenue meters and street light connections.

(Module ID 80205-11)

 

Distribution Line Maintenance

(50 Hours)

Trainee $19 ISBN 978-0-13-274265-8

Instructor $19 ISBN 978-0-13-274273-3

Describes the inspection process and the methods and procedures used to inspect and maintain poles, conductors, and

equipment used in aerial and URD systems. Includes coverage of transformer testing; location and correction of faults in URD

systems; load management systems; and protective device coordination. (Module ID 80206-11)

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