In a constantly evolving industry, it’s vital to stay ahead. Our online training and development platform is built for specialists like you, who juggle heavy workloads while striving to grow. With self-paced learning, you can develop key skills on your schedule, all while earning professional development hours (PDHs) to earn and maintain your industry certification.
Our Training Expertise
Our online library is built through industry expertise and addressing real-world challenges. We understand advancing your career and skillset is an important requirement, and it can be difficult to find training from experienced utility professionals to expand your knowledge. By focusing on training and development we help you keep up with the latest industry standards.
Balancing work and education can be challenging, which is why our online platform allows you to learn at your own pace. Progress is saved automatically with knowledge checks and quizzes providing immediate feedback. Additionally, you will have your course selection(s) available as a reference tool to revisit and refresh your knowledge when needed.
TRC Power Academy Online Program
Our training platform allows you to take charge of your career within the parameters of your busy schedule. We offer a modern solution to develop your skills and earn PDHs. Courses are designed to strategically enhance your career trajectory and drive successful utility project execution.
Our online Power Academy training is designed to accommodate a broad audience in the energy industry. This includes current working professionals, individuals seeking new careers in the energy sector, emerging talent interested in starting or sharpening their business and leadership skills as well as students pursuing degrees or conducting research in this field who wish to learn at their own pace. Feel free to contact us with any questions regarding which courses are best for you.
Our Curriculum
Power System Protection and Control
IEC 61850
Power Transformers
High Voltage Circuit Breakers
Additional Topics
Power System Protection and Control
Power System Protection and Control
Protection & Control Essentials: Safeguard equipment and ensure system stability with precise fault isolation
Fault Detection Devices: Relays, circuit breakers and fuses tailored for high-voltage systems
Protection Schemes: Overcurrent, differential and distance protections adapt to specific needs
Ensuring Safety: Designed to protect personnel and prevent costly damage
IEC 61850
IEC 61850
Enhances substation communication and device interoperability across manufacturers
Features object-oriented data modeling and GOOSE messaging
Allows seamless integration, improving system reliability and flexibility
Enhances operational safety in power systems
Power Transformers
Power Transformers
Voltage Management: Step up for transmission, step down for safe distribution
Core Components: Iron core with primary and secondary windings to facilitate energy transfer
High Efficiency: Typically, over 95%, with minimal energy loss
Electromagnetic Induction: Transfers energy between circuits safely and effectively
High Voltage Circuit Breakers
High Voltage Circuit Breakers
Protects circuits (66 kV-750 kV) from overloads and faults
Utilizes SF6 gas, oil, vacuum, or air insulation
Features remote monitoring and operation for quick response
Commonly used in substations, power plants, and industrial settings
Additional Topics
Additional Topics
Basics of Electricity
Substation Testing and Commissioning
Substation Capacitor Banks
Line Protection
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