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1.1.1: PPE Basics & Arc Flash Protection

20 min • 13 questions

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1.1.2: Electrical Hazard Recognition (OSHA)

25 min • 10 questions

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1.1.3: Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) Procedures

30 min • 10 questions

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1.1.4: Emergency Response for Electrical Incidents

25 min • 10 questions

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2.1.1: Generator Components

25 min • 10 questions

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2.1.2: Generator Operation

30 min • 10 questions

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2.1.3: Generator Maintenance

30 min • 10 questions

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2.2.1: Transformer Basics

25 min • 10 questions

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2.2.2: Transformer Maintenance

30 min • 10 questions

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2.3.1: Switchgear Components

30 min • 10 questions

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2.3.2: Switchgear Safety

30 min • 10 questions

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12: Payroll & Timesheet Rules

15 min • 10 questions

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13: Timesheet Submission Simulator

20 min • 10 questions

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14: Expense Report Simulator

20 min • 10 questions

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15: PPE Donning Competency

15 min • 10 questions

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16: LOTO Execution Competency

20 min • 10 questions

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17: Multimeter Competency

15 min • 10 questions

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18: Low Voltage Circuit Breaker Racking

25 min • 10 questions

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19: Contact Resistance Testing

20 min • 10 questions

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20: Megger Testing Competency

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21: Transformer Insulation Resistance

25 min • 10 questions

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22: Transformer Turns Ratio Testing

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P-302: VFD Fundamentals & Commissioning

45 min • 10 questions

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P-303: PLC Programming Basics

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P-304: Protective Relay Fundamentals

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P-305: Circuit Breaker Types & Testing

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P-306: Substation Equipment & Maintenance

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P-307: Generator Components & Operation

45 min • 10 questions

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P-308: Thermographic Survey Techniques

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P-309: Grounding System Testing

35 min • 10 questions

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P-310: Marine Electrical Systems

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P-311: EV Charger Installation

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P-312: Solar Inverter Services

45 min • 10 questions

1.1.1: PPE Basics & Arc Flash Protection

20 min • 13 quiz questions

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Module 1.1.1 - PPE Basics & Arc Flash Protection

1. Lesson Guide

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is your last line of defense against electrical hazards.

Arc Flash Hazards

An arc flash is an explosive release of energy caused by an electrical fault. Incidents can produce: Temperatures exceeding 35,000°F (hotter than the sun). Pressure waves capable of throwing workers across rooms. Molten metal shrapnel and intense light causing blindness.

Required PPE by Hazard Level (NFPA 70E)

CategoryMin Arc RatingRequired Equipment
Cat 14 cal/cm²Arc-rated shirt/pants, safety glasses, ear plugs, leather gloves.
Cat 28 cal/cm²AR shirt/pants, AR face shield, hard hat, ear plugs.
Cat 325 cal/cm²Arc flash suit hood, AR jacket/bibs, insulating gloves.
Cat 440 cal/cm²Multi-layer flash suit, full hood, double-layer gloves.

Critical Rules

Never modify or alter arc-rated clothing. Never wear synthetic fabrics (polyester, nylon) underneath. Always air-test rubber gloves before use.


2. Video Outline

Tone: Male engineer, serious. Visuals: PPE Chart, Air Test Demo.

3. Quiz

  • 1. What does PPE stand for? (Personal Protective Equipment)
  • 2. When should you inspect PPE? (Before each use)
  • 3. Rubber gloves must be? (Air tested before use)
  • Knowledge Check (13 Questions)

    1. What does PPE stand for?

    2. When should you inspect PPE?

    3. Rubber gloves must be?

    4. What is the minimum arc rating for Category 2 PPE?

    5. Which category requires an arc flash suit hood?

    6. What temperature can an arc flash exceed?

    7. What should you NEVER wear underneath arc-rated clothing?

    8. What is the minimum arc rating for Category 4 PPE?

    9. Arc-rated clothing can be modified if needed.

    10. What can arc flash pressure waves cause?

    11. What is the minimum arc rating for Category 1 PPE?

    12. Leather gloves are required for which PPE category?

    13. Face shields are first required at which category?

    1.1.2: Electrical Hazard Recognition (OSHA)

    25 min • 10 quiz questions

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    Module 1.1.2 - Electrical Hazard Recognition

    1. Lesson Guide

    Recognizing hazards is the first step to preventing injury.

    Effects of Current

    1 mA: Tingling. 6-25 mA: Painful shock, "Can't Let Go". 100 mA (0.1 Amp): LETHAL (Ventricular Fibrillation).

    Approach Boundaries

  • 1. Arc Flash Boundary: PPE Required.
  • 2. Limited Approach: Qualified persons only.
  • 3. Restricted Approach: High shock risk.
  • Critical Safety

    Wet conditions significantly reduce skin resistance, increasing shock hazard.


    2. Quiz

  • 1. Minimum safe distance at 480V? (12 inches)
  • 2. Min voltage considered hazardous? (50 volts)
  • 3. GFCI protects against? (Ground faults)
  • Knowledge Check (10 Questions)

    1. What voltage is considered the minimum hazardous level?

    2. What does a GFCI protect against?

    3. What is the minimum safe distance at 480V?

    4. The Arc Flash Boundary indicates what?

    5. Only qualified persons may enter the ___ Approach zone.

    6. The Restricted Approach zone has what level of risk?

    7. At what voltage does electrical shock become potentially lethal?

    8. What approach boundary is closest to the hazard?

    9. Unqualified persons may enter which zone?

    10. GFCIs trip at approximately how many milliamps?

    1.1.3: Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) Procedures

    30 min • 10 quiz questions

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    Module 1.1.3 - Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)

    1. Lesson Guide

    LOTO prevents unexpected energization.

    The 6 Steps

  • 1. Preparation: ID sources.
  • 2. Notification: Tell operators.
  • 3. Shutdown: Stop equipment.
  • 4. Isolation: Open breakers/valves.
  • 5. Application: Apply Locks/Tags.
  • 6. Verification: Live-Dead-Live test.
  • Rules

    One Person, One Lock, One Key. Never use master keys.
  • Only the applier can remove the lock.

  • 2. Quiz

  • 1. Primary purpose of LOTO? (Prevent energization)
  • 2. Who can remove a lock? (Only the applier)
  • 3. 'Try Test' verifies? (Isolation)
  • Knowledge Check (10 Questions)

    1. What is the primary purpose of LOTO?

    2. Who is the ONLY person allowed to remove a lock?

    3. What does the 'Try Test' verify?

    4. What does 'Live-Dead-Live' test verify?

    5. What is the first step in LOTO?

    6. Stored energy must be ___ before LOTO is complete.

    7. LOTO tags alone provide physical protection.

    8. How many energy sources must be identified?

    9. What color is typically used for LOTO tags?

    10. Group LOTO requires what device?

    1.1.4: Emergency Response for Electrical Incidents

    25 min • 10 quiz questions

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    Module 1.1.4 - Emergency Response

    1. Lesson Guide

    Quick action saves lives.

    Procedure

  • 1. Assess: Is the scene safe?
  • 2. De-energize: Turn off power or use non-conductive object.
  • 3. Call 911.
  • 4. First Aid (C-A-B): Compressions, Airway, Breathing.
  • Critical Rule

    NEVER touch a victim still in contact with the source.


    2. Quiz

  • 1. First step if electrocution? (Disconnect power)
  • 2. Emergency number? (911)
  • 3. Fire extinguisher type? (Class C)
  • Knowledge Check (10 Questions)

    1. What is the first step in electrical emergency response?

    2. What is the emergency phone number?

    3. What type of fire extinguisher is used for electrical fires?

    4. What does C-A-B stand for in first aid?

    5. Is the scene safe is the ___ question to ask.

    6. You should use a non-conductive object to separate victim from power.

    7. How should you de-energize if you cannot reach the switch?

    8. CPR compression rate should be?

    9. AED stands for what?

    10. Never touch a victim still in contact with electrical source.

    2.1.1: Generator Components

    25 min • 10 quiz questions

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    Module 2.1.1 - Generator Components

    1. Lesson Guide

    Generators convert mechanical energy into electrical energy via electromagnetic induction.

    Major Components

    Stator: The stationary part containing the copper armature windings. It outputs the AC power. Rotor: The rotating magnet (driven by the engine). It creates the magnetic field. Exciter: Provides DC current to the rotor field windings. It controls the output voltage. AVR: Adjusts the exciter to maintain a steady voltage (e.g., 480V) regardless of load.
  • Governor: Controls the engine speed (RPM) to maintain frequency (60Hz).

  • 2. Quiz

  • 1. The stator? (Contains stationary windings)
  • 2. The exciter? (Provides DC to rotor field)
  • 3. The AVR? (Controls Output Voltage)
  • Knowledge Check (10 Questions)

    1. What does the stator contain?

    2. What does the exciter provide to the rotor field?

    3. What does AVR stand for?

    4. The rotor is the ___ part of the generator.

    5. What component produces the magnetic field?

    6. Generator output frequency depends on what?

    7. The stator windings are typically made of what?

    8. Bearings support what component?

    9. Prime mover drives the generator via what?

    10. Generator nameplate shows what information?

    2.1.2: Generator Operation

    30 min • 10 quiz questions

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    Module 2.1.2 - Generator Operation

    1. Lesson Guide

    Proper operation ensures reliability.

    Load Management

    Optimal Load: 50-80% of rated capacity. Wet Stacking: Running diesel engines light (<30%) causes unburned fuel accumulation.
  • Overload: >100% causes overheating and breaker tripping.
  • Paralleling (Synchronization)

    Must match: Voltage (±5%), Frequency (±0.5 Hz), Phase Angle (0°), and Rotation.


    2. Quiz

  • 1. Pre-start check? (Fluids/Fuel)
  • 2. Frequency control? (Governor)
  • 3. Paralleling requires? (Freq and Voltage match)
  • Knowledge Check (10 Questions)

    1. What controls generator speed/frequency?

    2. What is required for paralleling generators?

    3. What should be checked before starting a generator?

    4. Generator frequency is measured in what unit?

    5. Standard US generator frequency is?

    6. Synchroscope is used for what?

    7. Out-of-phase paralleling can cause what?

    8. Generator warm-up period is typically?

    9. Load should be applied how?

    10. Reverse power protection prevents what?

    2.1.3: Generator Maintenance

    30 min • 10 quiz questions

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    Module 2.1.3 - Generator Maintenance

    1. Lesson Guide

    Routine maintenance prevents failure during critical outages.

    Key Issues

    Fuel Degradation: Diesel degrades after 6-12 months. Algae and water are major threats. Batteries: The #1 cause of start failures. Check electrolyte levels monthly.
  • Load Bank: Required annually to burn off wet stacking.

  • 2. Quiz

  • 1. Oil change basis? (Hours/Specs)
  • 2. Battery maintenance? (Terminals/Electrolyte)
  • 3. Load bank purpose? (Remove carbon buildup)
  • Knowledge Check (10 Questions)

    1. Oil changes are based on what?

    2. What is the purpose of a load bank test?

    3. Battery maintenance includes checking what?

    4. How often should generator oil be checked?

    5. Coolant level should be checked where?

    6. What indicates a battery connection problem?

    7. Air filters should be inspected for what?

    8. Block heater keeps engine at what?

    9. Fuel filters should be replaced how often?

    10. Exercising generators means?

    2.2.1: Transformer Basics

    25 min • 10 quiz questions

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    Module 2.2.1 - Transformer Basics

    1. Lesson Guide

    Transformers step-up or step-down voltage via electromagnetic induction.

    Key Concepts

    Turns Ratio: Primary turns vs Secondary turns determines voltage change. Winding Configs: Delta (No neutral) vs. Wye (Has neutral).
  • Cooling: OA (Oil/Air), FA (Forced Air), FOA (Forced Oil/Air).

  • 2. Quiz

  • 1. Transformer function? (Change voltage levels)
  • 2. Turns ratio determines? (Voltage ratio)
  • 3. Step-down transformer? (Decreases voltage)
  • Knowledge Check (10 Questions)

    1. What is the main function of a transformer?

    2. What determines the voltage ratio?

    3. A step-down transformer does what?

    4. Transformer primary connects to what?

    5. Transformer secondary connects to what?

    6. A 2:1 turns ratio with 480V primary produces what secondary voltage?

    7. Transformer core is made of what?

    8. Oil in transformers provides what?

    9. Tap changers adjust what?

    10. kVA rating indicates what?

    2.2.2: Transformer Maintenance

    30 min • 10 quiz questions

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    Module 2.2.2 - Transformer Maintenance

    1. Lesson Guide

    Transformers are static but require maintenance of oil and cooling systems.

    DGA (Dissolved Gas Analysis)

    Acetylene (C2H2): Indicates ARCING. >2 ppm is critical. Hydrogen: Partial discharge/corona.
  • Carbon Monoxide: Paper insulation degradation.

  • 2. Quiz

  • 1. DGA tests for? (Internal faults via oil)
  • 2. Acetylene indicates? (Arcing)
  • 3. Infrared detects? (Hot spots)
  • Knowledge Check (10 Questions)

    1. What does DGA test for?

    2. What does acetylene gas indicate?

    3. Infrared testing detects what?

    4. How often should transformer oil be tested?

    5. High hydrogen levels indicate what?

    6. What does moisture in oil cause?

    7. Bushings should be inspected for what?

    8. Power factor testing evaluates what?

    9. Ethylene gas indicates what?

    10. Oil color change indicates what?

    2.3.1: Switchgear Components

    30 min • 10 quiz questions

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    Module 2.3.1 - Switchgear Components

    1. Lesson Guide

    Switchgear isolates and protects electrical equipment.

    Components

    Breakers: Interrupt faults. Disconnects: Isolation only (No load break). CTs: Step down current. Safety: NEVER open-circuit a CT secondary. PTs: Step down voltage.


    2. Quiz

  • 1. Circuit breakers? (Protect from overcurrent)
  • 2. CT function? (Reduce current)
  • 3. Disconnect switch use? (Visible isolation)
  • Knowledge Check (10 Questions)

    1. What protects circuits from overcurrent?

    2. What is the function of a CT?

    3. Disconnect switches provide what?

    4. PT stands for what?

    5. Bus bars are made of what material?

    6. Switchgear enclosures protect against what?

    7. Control power is typically what voltage?

    8. Metering CTs have what accuracy class?

    9. Relay CTs have what designation?

    10. Main bus connects what?

    2.3.2: Switchgear Safety

    30 min • 10 quiz questions

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    Module 2.3.2 - Switchgear Safety

    1. Lesson Guide

    Switchgear presents Arc Flash, Shock, and Mechanical hazards.

    Racking Safety

    Positions: Connected, Test, Disconnected. Golden Rule: ALWAYS verify breaker is OPEN before racking. PPE: Wear full Arc Flash suit.

    Grounding

    Always test for voltage before grounding.
  • Connect ground end first.

  • 2. Quiz

  • 1. Before working on switchgear? (LOTO and Verify)
  • 2. Racking while closed? (NEVER)
  • 3. Incident energy determines? (PPE Category)
  • Knowledge Check (10 Questions)

    1. What must be done before working on switchgear?

    2. Should you EVER rack a breaker while it is closed?

    3. What determines PPE category requirements?

    4. Arc flash labels provide what information?

    5. Working distance affects what?

    6. Flash hazard boundary is measured in what?

    7. Higher incident energy requires what?

    8. Incident energy is measured in what unit?

    9. Arc flash studies must be updated when?

    10. IEEE 1584 is the standard for what?

    12: Payroll & Timesheet Rules

    15 min • 10 quiz questions

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    Module 12 - Payroll & Timesheet Rules

    1. Lesson Guide

    Pay Schedule: Biweekly. Pay Week: Monday - Sunday. Deadline: 48 Hours after week ends. Submission: `accountspayable@pgdservices.com`. One Email Rule: Send Timesheet + Expenses + Receipts in ONE email.

    Critical Rules

    Holiday Pay: Forfeited if absent day before/after without approval.
  • Overtime: >40hrs/week (PGDS) or >8hrs/day (Siemens).

  • 2. Knowledge Check

  • 1. Pay week range? (Mon-Sun)
  • 2. Deadline? (48 Hours)
  • 3. Receipt submission? (One combined email)
  • Knowledge Check (10 Questions)

    1. Pay week runs from what days?

    2. Timesheet deadline is how many hours after week end?

    3. Receipts are submitted how?

    4. Overtime starts after how many hours?

    5. Travel time is what?

    6. Per diem covers what?

    7. Expense reports due when?

    8. Overtime rate is what multiplier?

    9. Direct deposit takes how long to set up?

    10. W-4 form determines what?

    13: Timesheet Submission Simulator

    20 min • 10 quiz questions

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    Module 13 - Timesheet Submission Simulator

    1. Lesson Guide

    Fields: Name, Job #, Pay Week Start (Mon). Travel Time: Actual travel hours. Standby: Max 8 hours/day. Signature: Customer signature required for Field Service.


    2. Required Fields Check

    Employee Name Pay Week Start (Monday)
  • Job Number
  • Knowledge Check (10 Questions)

    1. Timesheet Submission Simulator teaches what?

    2. Job codes identify what?

    3. Approval workflow goes to whom?

    4. Corrections require what?

    5. Digital signature means what?

    6. Missing timesheet results in what?

    7. Billable vs non-billable tracks what?

    8. Regular hours cap at what per day?

    9. PTO is requested how far in advance?

    10. Time rounding follows what rule?

    14: Expense Report Simulator

    20 min • 10 quiz questions

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    Module 14 - Expense Report Simulator

    1. Lesson Guide

    Limits: Lodging $150/night, Meals $50/day. Mileage: $0.70/mile (Personal car). Prohibited: No Alcohol. Receipts: Itemized receipts required for ALL corporate card charges. One receipt per line item.


    2. Evaluation

    Hotel with receipt? (Correct) Rental car no receipt? (Incorrect)
  • Bundled meals? (Incorrect - separate line items)
  • Knowledge Check (10 Questions)

    1. Expense Report Simulator teaches what?

    2. Receipt required over what amount?

    3. Mileage rate is set by?

    4. Business purpose must be what?

    5. Personal expenses are what?

    6. Submit expenses how often?

    7. Lost receipt requires what?

    8. Corporate card expenses still need what?

    9. Alcohol expenses are typically?

    10. International expenses require what?

    15: PPE Donning Competency

    15 min • 10 quiz questions

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    Module 15 - PPE Donning Competency

    1. Lesson Guide

  • 1. Inspect: Check for tears/grease.
  • 2. Clothing: Don AR shirt/pants.
  • 3. Head: Hard hat + Face shield.
  • 4. Hands: Air Test gloves, then leather protectors.
  • Pre-Requisites

    What determines PPE level? (Arc Flash Label) Why Air Test? (Check for pinholes)


    2. Competency Steps

  • 1. Select PPE.
  • 2. Inspect.
  • 3. Don Clothing.
  • 4. Don Headgear.
  • 5. Air Test & Don Gloves.
  • 6. Doff in reverse.
  • Knowledge Check (10 Questions)

    1. First step in donning PPE?

    2. AR stands for what?

    3. Clothing is donned in what order?

    4. Face shield goes over or under hard hat?

    5. Doffing order is what?

    6. Rubber gloves must be what before use?

    7. Leather protectors go over what?

    8. ASTM F1506 covers what?

    9. Damaged PPE should be?

    10. Storage of rubber gloves should be?

    16: LOTO Execution Competency

    20 min • 10 quiz questions

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    Module 16 - LOTO Execution Competency

    1. Lesson Guide

  • 1. Identify: Sources.
  • 2. Notify: Operator.
  • 3. Shutdown: Normal stop.
  • 4. Isolate: Disconnect.
  • 5. Lock: Apply personal lock.
  • 6. Release: Stored energy.
  • 7. Verify: Try Test + Live-Dead-Live.

  • 2. Knowledge Check

  • 1. Who removes lock? (Applier)
  • 2. Zero Energy? (Isolated, Released, Verified)
  • Knowledge Check (10 Questions)

    1. Who removes the lock?

    2. Zero Energy State means what?

    3. Live-Dead-Live tests what?

    4. Try test verifies what?

    5. Stored energy must be what?

    6. Group LOTO requires what?

    7. Shift change LOTO requires what?

    8. OSHA 1910.147 covers what?

    9. Authorized employees can what?

    10. Affected employees are what?

    17: Multimeter Competency

    15 min • 10 quiz questions

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    Module 17 - Multimeter Competency

    1. Lesson Guide

  • 1. Inspect: CAT rating (III/IV).
  • 2. Verify: Test on known source.
  • 3. Connect: COM first.
  • 4. Measure: One Hand Rule.
  • 5. Re-Verify: Test on known source.

  • 2. Knowledge Check

  • 1. Unknown voltage setting? (Highest range)
  • 2. Why known source? (Verify meter works)
  • Knowledge Check (10 Questions)

    1. Unknown voltage setting should be what?

    2. Why test on known source first?

    3. COM lead connects where first?

    4. One Hand Rule means what?

    5. CAT III rating is for what?

    6. CAT IV is what level?

    7. Verify meter after measurement too?

    8. Fused leads protect against what?

    9. CAT I is for what?

    10. Auto-ranging meters do what?

    18: Low Voltage Circuit Breaker Racking

    25 min • 10 quiz questions

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    Module 18 - Low Voltage Circuit Breaker Racking

    1. Lesson Guide

  • 1. Verify OPEN: Check indicator.
  • 2. PPE: Full flash suit.
  • 3. Rack: Crank to Test/Connected.
  • 4. Stop: If resistance felt.
  • CRITICAL: Never rack a closed breaker.


    2. Knowledge Check

  • 1. Positions? (Disconnected, Test, Connected)
  • 2. Verify before racking? (Breaker OPEN)
  • Knowledge Check (10 Questions)

    1. Breaker positions are what?

    2. Verify what before racking?

    3. Resistance while racking means what?

    4. Test position allows what?

    5. Racking requires what PPE?

    6. Spring charged indicator means what?

    7. Anti-pump prevents what?

    8. Racking mechanism is operated how?

    9. Interlock prevents what?

    10. Cell switches indicate what?

    19: Contact Resistance Testing

    20 min • 10 quiz questions

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    Module 19 - Contact Resistance (Ductor) Testing

    1. Lesson Guide

    Breaker State: CLOSED. Injection: 100A DC. Kelvin Connection: Current leads outer, Potential leads inner. Result: Micro-ohms (<200% of factory).


    2. Knowledge Check

  • 1. High resistance? (Pitting/Loose)
  • 2. Breaker state? (Closed)
  • Knowledge Check (10 Questions)

    1. High contact resistance indicates what?

    2. Breaker must be what state for contact resistance?

    3. Ductor test uses what?

    4. Micro-ohm readings mean what?

    5. Good contact resistance is what?

    6. Temperature affects resistance how?

    7. Compare readings to what?

    8. Four-wire Kelvin method eliminates what?

    9. Current injection duration is typically?

    10. Bolted connections tested include?

    20: Megger Testing Competency

    20 min • 10 quiz questions

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    Module 20 - Megger Testing Competency

    1. Lesson Guide

    Voltage: 1000V DC (for 480V). Tests: Phase-Ground (Closed), Phase-Phase (Open).
  • Discharge: Ground leads after test to remove capacitance.

  • 2. Knowledge Check

  • 1. Test Voltage? (1000V)
  • 2. Discharge? (Remove lethal charge)
  • Knowledge Check (10 Questions)

    1. Megger test voltage is typically what?

    2. Must discharge after test because of what?

    3. Polarization Index ratio is what?

    4. Low IR reading means what?

    5. Temperature affects IR readings how?

    6. PI value > 2 indicates what?

    7. DAR stands for what?

    8. Minimum IR for 480V motor?

    9. Spot reading duration is?

    10. IEEE 43 covers testing of?

    21: Transformer Insulation Resistance

    25 min • 10 quiz questions

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    Module 21 - Transformer Insulation Resistance

    1. Lesson Guide

    Setup: Short and ground windings not under test. PI (Polarization Index): 10-min / 1-min reading.
  • Target: PI > 2.0 (Healthy).

  • 2. Knowledge Check

  • 1. Affects readings? (Temp, Moisture)
  • 2. PI Formula? (10min / 1min)
  • Knowledge Check (10 Questions)

    1. Transformer IR testing checks what?

    2. Factors affecting IR readings?

    3. PI formula is what?

    4. Minimum acceptable PI for transformer?

    5. Wet windings show what PI?

    6. Test voltage selection based on what?

    7. Guard terminal eliminates what?

    8. Temperature correction uses what standard?

    9. Winding configuration affects what?

    10. IEEE C57.12.90 covers what?

    22: Transformer Turns Ratio Testing

    20 min • 10 quiz questions

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    Module 22 - Transformer Turns Ratio (TTR)

    1. Lesson Guide

    Connections: H-Leads to High, X-Leads to Low. Limit: Deviation < 0.5%.
  • Safety: Beware Back-feeding (Step-Up voltage).

  • 2. Knowledge Check

  • 1. Turns Ratio? (Winding integrity)
  • 2. Deviation? (0.5%)
  • Knowledge Check (10 Questions)

    1. TTR tests what?

    2. Acceptable deviation is what?

    3. TTR stands for what?

    4. Ratio test compares what?

    5. High deviation indicates what?

    6. Excitation current test finds what?

    7. Phase-to-phase ratios should be what?

    8. Test set applies what to measure ratio?

    9. Tap position must be what during test?

    10. Nameplate ratio is found where?

    P-302: VFD Fundamentals & Commissioning

    45 min • 10 quiz questions

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    Module P-302 - VFD Fundamentals & Commissioning

    1. Lesson Guide

    Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) control motor speed and torque.

    Components

    Rectifier: AC to DC. DC Bus: Capacitor bank. Safety: Retains lethal charge (600-800V) for 5-15 mins. Use Live-Dead-Live.
  • Inverter: DC to AC via PWM.

  • 2. Quiz

  • 1. Energy savings? (40-80%)
  • 2. DC Bus hazard? (Retains charge 5-15 mins)
  • 3. Verify zero? (Live-Dead-Live)
  • Knowledge Check (10 Questions)

    1. VFDs can save how much energy?

    2. How long can the DC bus retain charge?

    3. How do you verify zero voltage on VFD?

    4. VFD stands for what?

    5. VFDs control motor speed by changing what?

    6. The DC bus is a what hazard?

    7. Before servicing a VFD, wait for what?

    8. PWM stands for what?

    9. VFD output voltage is what type?

    10. Motor bearing currents can be caused by what?

    P-303: PLC Programming Basics

    45 min • 10 quiz questions

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    Module P-303 - PLC Programming Basics

    1. Lesson Guide

    PLCs automate industrial processes.

    Key Concepts

    Scan Cycle: Input -> Program -> Output. Wiring: Match PNP (Sourcing) to Sinking Inputs.
  • Safety: Forcing I/O is dangerous as it bypasses interlocks.

  • 2. Quiz

  • 1. Scan steps? (Input, Program, Output)
  • 2. Sourcing sensor needs? (Sinking input)
  • 3. Forcing danger? (Bypasses interlocks)
  • Knowledge Check (10 Questions)

    1. What is a PLC scan sequence?

    2. A sourcing sensor needs what type of input?

    3. What is the danger of forcing I/O?

    4. PLC stands for what?

    5. Ladder logic resembles what?

    6. PLC inputs can be what type?

    7. Forcing should only be done by whom?

    8. Scan time is measured in what?

    9. HMI stands for what?

    10. Redundant PLCs provide what?

    P-304: Protective Relay Fundamentals

    50 min • 10 quiz questions

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    Module P-304 - Protective Relay Fundamentals

    1. Lesson Guide

    Relays detect faults and trip breakers.

    Basics

    ANSI 50: Instantaneous Overcurrent. ANSI 51: Time Overcurrent.
  • CT Safety: NEVER open a CT secondary. Use shorting blocks.

  • 2. Quiz

  • 1. ANSI 50? (Instantaneous Overcurrent)
  • 2. CT Safety rule? (Never open-circuit)
  • 3. Coordination goal? (Isolate min equipment)
  • Knowledge Check (10 Questions)

    1. What is ANSI device 50?

    2. Why should you never open-circuit a CT?

    3. What is the goal of relay coordination?

    4. ANSI device 51 is what?

    5. Protective relays sense what?

    6. CT secondary is typically what rating?

    7. Relay test sets simulate what?

    8. ANSI device 87 is what?

    9. Pickup setting is the value where relay?

    10. Time dial adjusts what?

    P-305: Circuit Breaker Types & Testing

    40 min • 10 quiz questions

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    Module P-305 - Circuit Breaker Types & Testing

    1. Lesson Guide

    Breakers must operate fast to limit Arc Flash energy.

    Maintenance

    SF6: Greenhouse gas hazard. Lubrication: NO WD-40 (leaves residue).
  • Testing: Timing (Speed), Ductor (Contact Resistance).

  • 2. Quiz

  • 1. SF6 Hazard? (High Global Warming Potential)
  • 2. Ductor Test current? (100A DC)
  • 3. Slow breaker result? (Increased Incident Energy)
  • Knowledge Check (10 Questions)

    1. What does SF6 gas have?

    2. Ductor test uses what current?

    3. A slow breaker causes what?

    4. MCCB stands for what?

    5. ACB stands for what?

    6. Vacuum breakers use what to extinguish arcs?

    7. Contact resistance is measured in what?

    8. Trip unit settings include what?

    9. Timing tests verify what?

    10. Oil circuit breakers require what maintenance?

    P-306: Substation Equipment & Maintenance

    50 min • 10 quiz questions

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    Module P-306 - Substation Equipment & Maintenance

    1. Lesson Guide

    Substation health relies on monitoring.

    Diagnostics

    DGA: Acetylene = Arcing. IR: Delta T > 40°C is critical. Needs 40% load.
  • Safety: Respect Approach Boundaries.

  • 2. Quiz

  • 1. Acetylene indicates? (Arcing)
  • 2. Critical IR Delta T? (>40°C)
  • 3. Grounding sequence? (Ground end first)
  • Knowledge Check (10 Questions)

    1. What does acetylene in DGA indicate?

    2. Critical IR Delta T is greater than what?

    3. Grounding sequence is what first?

    4. Substation maintenance frequency depends on what?

    5. Hot spots found during IR survey indicate what?

    6. DGA stands for what?

    7. Substation grounds should be tested how often?

    8. Capacitor banks provide what?

    9. Lightning arresters protect against what?

    10. Relay calibration should be done how often?

    P-307: Generator Components & Operation

    45 min • 10 quiz questions

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    Module P-307 - Generator Components & Operation (Adv)

    1. Lesson Guide

    Advanced generator physics.

    Concepts

    Sync: Match Volt, Freq, Phase, Rotation. Control: Governor=kW, AVR=kVAR.
  • Safety: NFPA 110 (10s start). CO exhaust hazard.

  • 2. Quiz

  • 1. Sync voltage tolerance? (±5%)
  • 2. Reactive power control? (AVR)
  • 3. NFPA 110 start time? (10 seconds)
  • Knowledge Check (10 Questions)

    1. Sync voltage tolerance is what?

    2. What controls reactive power?

    3. NFPA 110 emergency start time is what?

    4. Paralleling requires matching what?

    5. Generator protective relays include what?

    6. Automatic transfer switch (ATS) does what?

    7. Load sharing between generators uses what?

    8. Dead bus transfer occurs when?

    9. Generator neutral grounding limits what?

    10. Isochronous mode maintains what?

    P-308: Thermographic Survey Techniques

    40 min • 10 quiz questions

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    Module P-308 - Thermographic Survey Techniques

    1. Lesson Guide

    IR detects heat from resistance.

    Analysis

    Emissivity: Shiny copper reflects heat (Low E). Use targets. 10°C Rule: Insulation life halves for every 10°C rise.
  • Focus: Most critical setting.

  • 2. Quiz

  • 1. Emissivity definition? (Ability to radiate heat)
  • 2. 10°C Rule? (Failure rate doubles)
  • 3. Bare metal issue? (Thermal mirror/Reflection)
  • Knowledge Check (10 Questions)

    1. What is emissivity?

    2. The 10°C Rule states failure rate does what?

    3. Bare/shiny metal causes what IR problem?

    4. Best time for outdoor IR survey?

    5. IR cameras measure what?

    6. Hot connections indicate what?

    7. What affects IR accuracy?

    8. Load level during IR scan should be at least?

    9. Wind affects IR readings how?

    10. Black tape method is used for what?

    P-309: Grounding System Testing

    35 min • 10 quiz questions

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    Module P-309 - Grounding System Testing

    1. Lesson Guide

    Verifying the path to earth.

    Methods

    Fall-of-Potential: 62% Rule for probe placement. Standards: NEC <25 Ohm, NETA <5 Ohm.
  • Safety: Step & Touch Potential hazards.

  • 2. Quiz

  • 1. NETA max resistance? (5 ohms)
  • 2. 62% Rule? (Probe placement)
  • 3. Touch potential? (Voltage at 1 meter reach)
  • Knowledge Check (10 Questions)

    1. NETA maximum ground resistance is what?

    2. The 62% Rule is for what?

    3. Touch potential is voltage at what distance?

    4. Step potential is between what?

    5. Ground rods are typically made of what?

    6. Fall-of-potential method requires how many probes?

    7. Soil resistivity affects what?

    8. Ground grid connects what?

    9. Clamp-on ground testers work how?

    10. Seasonal testing is recommended because?

    P-310: Marine Electrical Systems

    45 min • 10 quiz questions

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    Module P-310 - Marine Electrical Systems

    1. Lesson Guide

    Electricity + Water = Hazard.

    Key Concepts

    Corrosion: Stray DC current is 1000x worse than galvanic. Safety: ESD (Electric Shock Drowning). ELCI breakers required.
  • Connection: Connect Boat side FIRST.

  • 2. Quiz

  • 1. Isolation Transformer? (Complete isolation)
  • 2. ESD cause? (AC leakage into water)
  • 3. Connection order? (Vessel first)
  • Knowledge Check (10 Questions)

    1. What provides isolation on boats?

    2. ESD in water is caused by what?

    3. Shore power connection order is what first?

    4. ESD stands for what?

    5. Galvanic isolator protects against what?

    6. ABYC is what organization?

    7. Marine AC systems are typically what voltage?

    8. Green wire on shore power is what?

    9. ELCI stands for what?

    10. Stray current corrosion affects what?

    P-311: EV Charger Installation

    40 min • 10 quiz questions

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    Module P-311 - EV Charger Installation

    1. Lesson Guide

    EVSE installation under NEC 625.

    Rules

    Continuous Load: Wire/Breaker sized at 125%. Levels: L1 (120V), L2 (240V), L3 (DCFC).
  • Requirements: GFCI, Disconnect (>60A).

  • 2. Quiz

  • 1. Sizing rule? (125% Continuous)
  • 2. 40A Charger breaker? (50A)
  • 3. Level 2 Voltage? (240V AC)
  • Knowledge Check (10 Questions)

    1. EV charger sizing rule is what?

    2. A 40A charger needs what size breaker?

    3. Level 2 charging voltage is what?

    4. Level 1 charging uses what outlet?

    5. DC Fast Charging can provide what?

    6. EVSE stands for what?

    7. J1772 is what type of connector?

    8. CCS stands for what?

    9. CHAdeMO is used primarily by what vehicles?

    10. NEMA 14-50 outlet is commonly used for what?

    P-312: Solar Inverter Services

    45 min • 10 quiz questions

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    Module P-312 - Solar Inverter Services

    1. Lesson Guide

    Converting PV DC to Grid AC.

    Concepts

    Types: String (High DC) vs. Micro (Panel AC). Safety: Panels ALWAYS live in light. Rapid Shutdown (<80V).
  • Troubleshooting: I-V Curve steps (Shade) or notches (Diode).

  • 2. Quiz

  • 1. String disadvantage? (Shading affects all)
  • 2. Rapid Shutdown limit? (<80V)
  • 3. DC Hazard? (Always energized)
  • Knowledge Check (10 Questions)

    1. String inverter disadvantage with shading?

    2. Rapid shutdown limit is what?

    3. DC side hazard is what?

    4. MPPT stands for what?

    5. Micro-inverters convert power where?

    6. Solar panel output is what type?

    7. Ground fault protection is required by what code?

    8. Power optimizers do what?

    9. Islanding protection prevents what?

    10. PV disconnect must be what?