Master the synergy between electrical power and control systems to enhance facility safety, optimize energy usage, and drive operational efficiency.
This is an On-Demand, A/V-Based course. This course comprises a unique combination of electrical power and controls topics. The course begins with coverage of electrical power concepts in the DC, single-phase AC, and three-phase AC realms in an easy-to-follow approach, illustrated and reinforced by practical applications, examples, and numerical case studies or problems.
Utilization of electrical power in hydraulic machines, such as pumps and turbines, is discussed, supported by a basic introduction to hydrodynamics and culminating in the sizing of pump motors. The application and sizing of fan and blower motors is explained, and electrical power distribution is highlighted.
Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) are discussed, including VFD architecture and operational analysis.
The seminar then segues into controls topics, starting with controls theory and the differences between open and closed-loop control systems, including their advantages and disadvantages. Examples of proprietary or custom control systems are covered and illustrated by pictures.
Participants are introduced to PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers). PLCs are then compared to DCS (Distributed Control Systems), and their pros and cons are highlighted. HMI (Human-Machine Interface) and SCADA systems are covered, supported by an in-depth exploration of two specific examples.
This course is designed for engineers, professional engineers, energy professionals, engineering managers, technical professionals, technicians, facilities managers, and other professionals who are not intimately familiar with electrical power and controls disciplines. Participants are kept engaged through questions and answers, discussions, and classwork.
This course is the first part of the series "Power and Controls for Engineers, Technicians, and Managers," which totals 14 PDH. The first part is 8 PDH, and the second part is 6 PDH.
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Bobby has over 25 years of experience in teaching undergraduate and postgraduate engineering, math, business administration, and MBA courses, seminars, and workshops. Professor Rauf is a registered Professional Engineer (PE) in the states of Virginia, North Carolina, and Wyoming and is a Certified Energy Manager (CEM) and a Certified Ergonomist (CE). Mr. Rauf was inducted as a “Legend in Energy” by the AEE in 2014. He is a published author of multiple engineering and energy books and professional development courses. He holds a patent in process controls technology. Professor Rauf is certified to instruct various engineering, ergonomics, and industrial safety courses. He has conducted certification training and trained engineers for Professional Engineering licensure exams in the United Kingdom, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the Netherlands, and Ukraine over the past ten years. Mr. Rauf develops and instructs PDH (Professional Development Hour) and continuing education engineering skill-building courses. He conducts these courses in the form of webinars, live on-site presentations, workshops, pre-recorded audio, and self-study texts. He has also served as an Adjunct Professor at Gardner-Webb University. Professor Rauf has also developed and published several self-study books that cater to the continuous professional development needs of engineers, technicians, and technical managers. Mr. Rauf’s last full-time engineering employment in the corporate world was at PPG Industries, Inc., where he served as a Senior Staff Engineer. During his long career at PPG, his responsibilities included the development and management of energy and ergonomics programs for multiple manufacturing plants in the U.S. and overseas. He also provided consultation and training services in energy, electrical engineering, industrial safety, ergonomics, and the arc flash arena. His extensive engineering experience includes power design, control system design, project management, process management, energy and utilities management, energy audits/assessments, plant maintenance, robotics, manufacturing automation, HVAC audits, and the design of ergonomic equipment.
