ELE 243 - Electric Utility III

1. Summarize construction and operation of electric meters
   1. Describe functionality of electric meters
   2. Identify electric meter types and uses
   3. Identify proper way to connect metering installations
2. Distinguish operating characteristics of meters
   1. Test meter sockets to determine line and load
   2. Use multi-meter to test meter socket
   3. Explain safety guidelines related to electric meters
   4. Calculate metered power of a load
3. Characterize major components found in substations and switchyards
   1. List components in substations and switchyards
   2. Examine how pieces of substation electrical equipment perform their functions 
   3. Explain purpose of substation and switchyard components
4. Review hazards associated with substation equipment
   1. Identify appropriate PPE to use when working with substation equipment
   2. List steps involved with safety inspections
5. Determine line and load by testing a meter socket
   1. Use multi meter to test meter socket
   2. Calculate metered power of a load
6. Examine how pieces of substation electrical equipment perform their functions
   1. Describe how a transformer reduces power from transmission to distribution power
   2. Explain the function of a load tap changer