Transmission
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This program is designed to provide an introduction to the basic components that make up a transmission line. The program presents a basic overview of structures, conductors, and insulators commonly found on transmission lines. The program also covers the basic tasks that must be accomplished in order to build a transmission line.
COURSE GOALS
Explain the basic purpose of a transmission system.
Identify and explain the functions of the basic components that make up a transmission line.
List and explain the basic tasks involved in building a transmission line.
SUBJECTS AND OBJECTIVES
Overview
Explain the purpose of the transmission portion of a T&D system.
Identify the components that make up a typical transmission line.
Explain the basic purpose of a power grid.
Conductors
Explain the purpose of conductors.
Describe some of the basic characteristics of conductors.
Differentiate between solid, stranded, and bundled conductors.
Insulators
Explain the purpose of insulators.
Recognize and identify the types of insulators commonly used on transmission lines.
Identify and describe some of the typical mounting positions for insulators on transmission lines.
Structures
List and explain three basic classifications of structures used on transmission lines.
List and explain some of the factors that affect the design of transmission structures.
Construction
List and explain some of the key tasks that must be performed in order to construct a transmission line.
Explain the basic process for stringing conductors..