Electric Power Substations

This webcast covers basic information regarding electric power substations and the distribution of electric power, including components of power substations, individual equipment components, and electric power distribution systems. General information related to operational aspects of substations and distributing electric power is included.

• Consider safe locations for substations.
• Identify safety hazards that can affect the general public.
• Outline the safe distribution of electric power to the general public
• List the types of distribution systems and the components involved in electricity from the generating plant.
• List the types of electrical loads for substations.
• Explain the details of a substation operation.
• List the components in a substation and their functions.