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  • Land Development Practices for Electrical Substation Sites

    Credits: 4 PDH

    PDH Course Description:

    This course provides an in-depth exploration of the site development principles and engineering considerations essential for establishing electrical substation facilities. It covers land evaluation, permitting, geotechnical assessments, stormwater and grading design, access planning, and environmental and safety requirements. Special attention is given to the integration of civil, electrical, and structural disciplines within the land development process. 

    The course also examines regulatory compliance, right-of-way and utility coordination, and the planning required to ensure safe, cost-effective, and efficient construction of substation sites.

    Topics:

    By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

    • Understand the criteria for selecting and evaluating land for substation development.
    • Identify zoning, permitting, and regulatory requirements associated with substation land use.
    • Evaluate topographic, geotechnical, and hydrological factors in site design.
    • Design access and internal layout plans suited for utility equipment and vehicle movement.
    • Coordinate between civil and electrical engineering systems in a substation layout.
    • Recognize environmental protection strategies and compliance measures.
    • Integrate construction staging, safety zones, and maintenance access in the site design.

    To take this course:

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    2.) Study: Once enrolled, click below to begin the course:

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    3.) Test: Once you've thoroughly read the course materials, please click below to take the final examination.

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    4.) Certificate: A passing grade of 70% or higher on the exam, is required to receive the certificate of completion for this PDH course.

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    Intended Audience: This course is intended for civil engineers, electrical engineers, structural engineers, geotechnical engineers, environmental engineers, and professionals involved in utility infrastructure, land development, and construction project management. 
    Publication Source: Cadistics Courseware

    Donald Parnell, PE

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