Harmonics in Electrical Systems Online Course

Understand and mitigate harmonics in your electrical systems with this practical course! This isn't a power engineering deep dive, but a focused guide for electricians, maintenance technicians, and facility managers seeking to troubleshoot and maintain electrical systems.

What you'll learn:

• Harmonic Basics: Discover the causes of harmonics in electrical systems and identify the types of loads that generate them. We break down complex concepts into easy-to-understand terms, avoiding complicated mathematics.
• IEEE 519-2022 Overview: Gain a crucial understanding of the latest IEEE 519-2022 standard. This standard sets the guidelines for designing electrical systems with both linear and non-linear loads, essential knowledge for working with companies installing harmonic mitigation equipment.
• Load Auditing & Troubleshooting: Learn simple methods for identifying and isolating harmonic-causing loads. We emphasize the importance of load auditing for effective system troubleshooting.
• Harmonic Analysis: Explore current and voltage harmonics and how to measure them using common instruments. Understand total harmonic distortion (THD) and its components.
• Distortion Effects: Learn about distortion on current waveforms, the relationship between voltage distortion, and how to break down distorted signals into individual harmonic components.
• Harmonic Types: Delve into positive and negative sequence harmonics and their impact on electric motors. Understand the dangers of triplen harmonics in electrical distribution systems.
• Mitigation Techniques: Explore k-factor transformers and troubleshooting related problems. Learn about passive and active filters used to minimize harmonic distortion.
• Instrumentation: Become familiar with harmonic analyzers, industrial scopemeters, and other hand-held instruments used in harmonic analysis.

This course is a valuable addition to any electrician's or technician's toolkit, providing practical knowledge for diagnosing and resolving harmonic issues. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting out, this course will equip you with the skills to ensure the reliable operation of your electrical systems.