Practical Applications of Electric Utility Design Standards
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Program Value
Gain practical, hands-on knowledge of utility design standards with a focus on enhancing field safety and cost efficiency. This course equips utility planners and construction professionals with the critical skills to optimize design decisions that impact both safety and finances in real-world settings. Learn to collaborate effectively with field personnel while applying industry best practices to your daily work.
Program Description
The Utility Design to Field Application course provides a comprehensive exploration of how utility design choices influence safety, cost, and operational effectiveness. Through lectures, case studies, and practical assignments, you’ll understand hazard identification, strategic equipment placement, financial considerations, and safety planning specific to utility construction. Designed for professionals seeking to improve utility planning and construction management, this course combines technical content with real-world application.
This is an approved elective for the Utility Planner Certification.
Quick Info
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Mode of Learning
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Program Fee |
Duration
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Registration Info
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| Zoom live lectures with discussion | $1195 |
5 weeks 1 session per week 3 hours per session |
Class schedule and enrollment dates will be available soon.
When you finish this course, you’ll be able to:
- Identify hazards related to the placement of utility equipment
- Evaluate considerations for safe and effective utility structure placement
- Analyze the financial impact of design choices on customers and utilities
- Incorporate safety factors to protect field personnel during utility installation
- Build strong working relationships and communication channels with field staff
Potential Careers
- Utility Planner
- Construction Safety Coordinator
- Field Operations Supervisor
- Utility Design Engineer
Program Outline
| Week | Topics | Assignments & Grading | |
| 1 | Identifying Underground Utility Structures & Equipment; Utility Pole & Meter Panel Placement; Safety hazards and best practices | Analyze optimal placement for utility structures based on a scenario (10%) | |
| 2 | Financial impact of utility designs; balancing customer and utility needs; case studies | Evaluate financial outcomes of design choices (10%) | |
| 3 | Safety factors for field personnel; installation practices; hazard prevention design principles | Research and summarize safety-enhancing design principles (10%) | |
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Propose strategies for collaboration and teamwork (10%) | |
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Final exam (35%) |
Instructor
James Rowe is a Senior Supervisor at a major electric utility company, where he leads a large operations team. His career began in the planning organization, where he honed his expertise in utility design. Over time, he transitioned into operations, expanding his skill set to include field execution and team leadership.
James is deeply passionate about safety and the importance of making sound design decisions. He focuses on bridging the gap between design standards and practical, real-world applications. With a strong understanding of the critical relationships between design and safety, James teaches how to build effective collaboration between teams and how to leverage field staff feedback to improve outcomes.