The electric power industry is evolving rapidly as electrification, distributed energy resources and growing energy demands reshape the way power is generated, transmitted and distributed.
The Electric Power Distribution Microcredential gives engineers, technicians, project managers and other power industry professionals a practical foundation in transmission and distribution systems and substation control drawings. You’ll explore how electric power systems are designed and operated while developing the skills to interpret and create the detailed drawings used in substation projects.
Whether you’re new to the electric power industry or looking to strengthen your technical knowledge, this microcredential helps you connect system-level concepts with the real-world documentation and practices used to design, construct, operate and maintain electrical infrastructure.
Learning Outcomes
- Describe the design, components and operation of electric transmission and distribution facilities
- Explain the requirements and challenges of key energy stakeholders and their impact on electric power systems
- Analyze the effects of distributed energy resources and electrification on existing energy infrastructure
- Evaluate potential system modifications and planning strategies to accommodate future energy demand and distributed resources
- Interpret control elementary diagrams, wiring details and substation documentation
- Develop substation control drawings using manufacturer information, project documents and industry best practices
- Evaluate substation drawings for accuracy, completeness, constructability, operations and maintenance considerations
Courses
To get started, enroll in one of the two required courses. Earn your microcredential by completing both courses within two years.
Microcredential Badge
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Stackable Credentials
Continue learning and earning valuable credentials. We recommend stacking your Electric Power Distribution Microcredential with our Electrical Substation Design Fundamentals Microcredential to earn our Substation Design Certificate.