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Overview of Electric Distribution Systems

by Tim Taylor • Last updated 05/2021

4.7/5 (view ratings)

645 students

1 module

1:08 hours

7 assignments

Course description

GET AN INTRODUCTION TO ELECTRIC UTILITY DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS, WITH FIGURES AND PHOTOS THAT EXPLAIN KEY CONCEPTS.

In this free short course, get an introduction to electric utility distribution systems, with Tim Taylor of Electric Distribution Academy. This course enables attendees to:

Obtain an overview of how distribution fits with generation and transmission
Understand the typical characteristics of Electric Distribution
Know the differences between Distribution and Transmission
Be able to name the portions of a typical distribution feeder and describe its layout
Understand the basics of distribution conductors, distribution transformers, overcurrent protective devices, and switches
Build awareness of the present-day challenges of electric distribution systems

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Full course outline

Module 1 - Overview of Electric Distribution Systems

Part 1 - Introduction to Course (10:11 minutes)
Part 2 - Electric Distribution Systems (20:08 minutes)
Part 3 - Principal Electric Distribution Equipment (13:53 minutes)
Part 4 - Distribution System Challenges (24:22 minutes)
Class Presentation Materials (.pdf)

Instructor

Tim Taylor

Owner and Managing Director, Electric Distribution Academy

Tim is Owner and Managing Director of Electric Distribution Academy and has over 30 years of experience in distribution system engineering. He’s led and participated in many projects with many North American utilities and has also worked in Europe and Latin American. In addition to papers, articles, and conference presentations, he has served as an instructor for... Learn more

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4.7

123 reviews

645 students have taken this course

by Rabi Elkoukabi 03/06/2023

I like it

by Mohammed Elkassimi 02/16/2023

This cours itsa really really good

by Tom Schroeder 02/10/2023

Attempting to broaden my knowledge of electricity and how it gets from factory to home. I have several years of solar PV design experience and found this course very informative and entertaining. Tim does a great job introducing Electrical Distribution Systems.

by Steve Pope 12/20/2022

Great introduction to Electrical Distribution Systems. Felt that the material was easy to understand and helped provide a solid foundation on which to build.

by Youcef Mortadji 12/17/2022

Very good

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