Who Should Attend:
Technical personnel and engineers involved in the interconnection process of residential and small commercial distributed generation resources such as solar and battery energy storage systems.
Course Overview:
Solar and battery energy storage systems (BESS) are becoming more common, and utilities need to be well-versed in the requirements of IEEE 1547 and the requirements of the National Electrical Code related to these systems.
This class is designed for technicians with some higher-level application issues for engineers. You will learn what to look for in an interconnection application, NEC requirements for the systems, and how to maintain power quality, with a focus on inverter-based systems such as solar and BESS. You will explore IEEE 1547, NEC Article 690, signage requirements, grounding requirements, programmable smart inverters, and common control schemes for BESS technology. The course will also cover common screening tools used for small, distributed resources, along with possible solutions for those systems that fail the screening. Case studies will demonstrate real-world applications.
Course Instructor:
Kevin Mara, Hi-Line Engineering
Course Schedule:
Registration will begin at 8 a.m. and the class will run from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Lunch and refreshments will be provided.
Course Location:
Oregon Trail Electric Cooperative
4005 23rd Street
Baker City, Oregon 97814
(541) 523-3616
Suggested Hotels:
Best Western Sunridge Inn and Conference Center
1 Sunridge Lane
Baker City, OR 97814
(541) 523-6444
Geiser Grand Hotel
1996 Main Street
Baker City, OR 97814
(541) 523-1889
Bridge Street Inn
134 Bridge Street
Baker City, OR 97814
(541) 523-6571
Course Fees:
Utility Member Early Bird (ends 7/6/2024): $1,240
Utility Member Standard: $1,315
Canadian Member Early Bird (ends7/6/2024): $980
Canadian Member Standard: $1,040
Associate Member Early Bird (ends 7/6/2024): $1,860
Associate Member Standard: $1,935
Non-Member Early Bird (ends 7/6/2024): $2,480
Non-Member Standard: $2,555
Cancellation Policies:
For in-person events: cancellation at least 30 days prior to the event, full refund; within 15-29 days, $100 fee; and within 1-14 days or no show, 100% of the registration fee.
When possible, please send a substitute instead of canceling; NWPPA does not charge a fee for substitutions. To request a refund, please email registration@nwppa.org or call (360) 254-0109.
Continuing Hours:
This course qualifies for 6 continuing hours. Certificates are issued upon full completion of the course.