ELE 249 - Electric Utility IV

1. Describe how a transformer works
   1. Define electromagnetic field
   2. Explain the materials and components used in a transformer
2. Interpret information on nameplate 
   1. List five items found on a transformer nameplate
   2. Read nameplate
3. Evaluate types for application 
   1. Define different types of transformers
   2. Identify different types of transformers
4. Evaluate types of fuses used in linework
   1. Explain function of fuses as it relates to their function to protect a transformer
   2. Evaluate underground and overhead transformer fusing
   3. Determine proper fuse size for the maximum load on the transformer 
5. Describe safety procedures prior to working on transformers
   1. Explain how to recognize back-feed
   2. List items to look for prior to energizing transformer
   3. Identify appropriate PPE
6. Discover purpose and use of capacitor banks
   1. Describe how capacitors are used to correct power factor
   2. Apply safety guidelines when operating or maintaining capacitor banks
   3. Demonstrate proper techniques to remove capacitor bank from service
7. Discover purpose and use of regulators
   1. Describe how regulators are used to correct power factor
   2. Apply safety guidelines when operating or maintaining regulators
   3. Demonstrate proper techniques to remove regulators from service
8. Demonstrate single- and three-phase connections
   1. Describe safety considerations when connecting single- and three-phase connections
   2. Explain connections using single- and three-phase connections