Utility Distribution System Planning

This Utility Distribution System Planning training course covers the process of planning an electrical utility distribution system to assure adequacy, reliability, and economy. The Utility Distribution System Planning training course begins with an overview of the distribution system and its basic equipment. Next, the planning process is explored, step-by-step, emphasizing the importance of each step in achieving the desired outcome. An in-depth view of engineering economics is included to assure cost-effectiveness of the capital-intensive infrastructure. Since the planning process is necessitated due to changes in load, the process of performing and interpreting load forecasts is investigated. Finally, means of quantifying and measuring reliability will be presented so the reliability of the distribution can be properly assessed.

Utility customers today are demanding higher reliability and lower costs, and this trend will undoubtedly continue for the next several decades. Effective planning techniques provide a means of meeting the customer demands of reliability and economy while better positioning the utility for adapting to future customer requirements. This Utility Distribution System Planning training course presents proven planning methods which will benefit both the utility and its customers.

This GLOMACS training course will feature:

• Distribution System and Equipment Overview
• The Planning Process
• Engineering Economics
• Load Forecasting
• Reliability Assessment 

By the end of this training course, participants will be able to:

• Specify optimum distribution system topologies and equipment
• Conduct comprehensive planning studies
• Perform the calculations necessary to economically justify system improvement projects
• Implement and interpret load forecasts for distribution system studies
• Quantify reliability and assess progress toward achieving reliability goals

This training course is designed for utility or consulting engineers and technicians involved in the planning and/or design of distribution facilities.  If you are beginning a career in this area, this training course will be of great benefit to you. Prerequisite knowledge necessary to succeed in this training course includes a basic familiarity with utility power distribution.

This GLOMACS training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:

• Engineers and technicians new to the electric utility industry
• Intermediate-level engineers and technicians responsible for utility distribution planning and design
• Professionals involved with improving distribution system reliability
• Utility engineers and consultants who conduct load forecasts and studies
• Engineers tasked with assessing the performance of power distribution systems