This course explains how the various communications links (fiber, microwave, powerline carrier, etc.), communicate information between Energy Control Centers and Remote Terminal Units. Point to point connectivity, transducers and scale factors, special interface relays and calibration procedures are covered to give the student a working knowledge in testing and troubleshooting telecommunications systems. Cyber security with respect to telecommunications is also covered.
This course is part of APT's Electric Power Proficiency Certification Program.
Learning Outcomes
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The student will become proficient in the application of monitoring and control equipment used in control centers and remote terminals
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The student will be able to explain how monitoring and control equipment is connected together to give system operators real time control of the power system
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Proper troubleshooting techniques, calibration procedures, scale factoring and other critical work activities will be part of the students, knowledge and capabilities
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The student learns how cyber security issues impact the telecommunications integrity for reliable and secure operations and will this course will recognize infringements
Topics Covered Include
Real Time Data Systems
SCADA system building blocks
Equipment connections; alarms/indications, analog, control, and accumulator
DC control wiring concepts
RTU connectivity
CT & PT connections for analog information
Transducers
Auxiliary Relays
Communication Links
Protocols
Calibration
Scale Factors
Monitoring Devices
Chart recorders
Display meters
Analog and digital recorders
Use of IED (relays) as source of data
IEC 61850
Testing and Troubleshooting
Cyber security in telecommunications
