Course 401: Power Line Design & Staking, Level 4

Pre-requisite: Successful completion of Power Line Design & Staking, Level 1, 2 & 3

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Hours: 21    UTS CEUs: 2.1

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In Level 4 of the Power Line Design series, students will be taken beyond the basics of power line design and staking and will focus on reliability and efficiency. They will discuss the aging power infrastructure and system reliability. Students will look at mechanical loading for multi-circuits, will learn about commercial load sizing and will be guided through the process of calculating loads on manufactured products. Students will review NESC and will learn when and how to apply Rule 250 C and D. Classroom discussion will include a brief look at how local requirements and/or RUS standards and bulletins incorporate (and compare to) NESC rules. They will spend time learning about system protection and balance, including proper protective equipment selection and placement. Students will also discuss storm preparation (hardening of the system) and recovery (getting the system back operational). Course handbook provided.

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NOTE: Students need to bring a copy of the current 2023 NESC to class (not included in course materials) and a scientific calculator (one was provided in the Level 1 class - graphing function not required).

Deadline for registration is October 26, 2026. Registrations will be confirmed via email, but participants are not guaranteed space in the class until payment is received. Thank you!

Registrants who cancel in writing on or before October 26, 2026 are entitled to a full refund of their registration fee. Registrants who cancel after October 26, 2026 will not receive a refund, but attendee substitutions will be allowed for this event only. Registrants and no-shows who do not cancel by October 26, 2026 are responsible for the full registration.