Pipeline Industry Grounding Practices
Course Summary
Pipeline Industry "Grounding Practice and Applications for AC/DC Electrical Distribution Systems," shows how all of the key elements of grounding systems at compressor, storage and metering stations function, and emphasizes practical solutions to common problems. A high-integrity grounding system is the single most effective means of assuring quality power distribution with a minimum of interference. A lab and case histories reinforce the student's ability to solve grounding problems.
This two-day course is designed for those with a working knowledge of both AC and DC power systems. It is a practical, detailed look at grounding covers the earth ground electrode system, lightning protection, a full range of both AC and DC grounding systems, data line and instrumentation grounding, ESD and RFI considerations. During the hands-on lab portion of the course, the student will be instructed in the use of specialized grounding test instruments to:
- Participate in an Earth Ground Measurement
- Verify Proper Internal Wiring and Bonding
- Determine the amplitude of Neutral-Ground Noise
- Apply Isolated Ground Techniques
This course is led by an experienced instructor. Our instructors are active in numerous professional organizations including: IEC, IEEE, ANSI, NEMA and UL Advisory. In addition, each student will receive a course-specific manual, including charts and graphs, as well as numerous case histories taken from RO Associates consulting files that will continue to serve as a valuable reference in the future.
Class meets from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m and includes complimentary catered continental breakfast, lunch and refreshment breaks to give time for student-faculty interaction.
The course is accredited for 1.6 Continuing Education Units through the University of Idaho. Add the One-Day Site Inspection Training to this course and receive a discounted price on the pair of courses.