Generac Power Systems Professional Development Seminars presented by ASNE
ASNE is offering two courses to practicing Design, Sales and Consulting Engineers involved in supplying power to commercial, industrial, municipal and health care facilities.
Date:
Wednesday, August 10, 2011
Location:
ASNE Headquarters:
410 Forest Street
Marlborough, MA 01752
There will be two sessions offered, here is the agenda:
We're Sorry - The Seminar is Full.
Continuing Education Units (CEU) and Professional Development Hours (PDH) are available from these courses.
More information about the Seminars:
As a leader in the standby power generation industry, Generac is committed to innovation and outstanding service to meet the needs of a wide variety of customers. This commitment guided the creation of an educational program for the architectural and engineering communities. Generac Power Systems’ Professional Development Seminars offers Architects and Engineers valuable information regarding the theory and practice of standby power generation while incorporating proven learning methodologies.
Highlights of the program:
- Continuing Education Units (CEU) and Professional Development Hours (PDH) are available
- Learners guides and other useful tools
- An expert on-site during the training to answer questions
Customer Promise
Generac puts you, the customer, first to ensure your peace of mind by delivering a superior product and ownership experience.
Return to top
We're Sorry - The Seminar is Full.
If you have any questions or need more information, please contact Shelly Keene at skeene@asne.com or 508-229-1472.
Course Descriptions:
GPS – 140 National Electrical® Code (NEC®)
Presents reasons for standby power generation from the Electrical Code perspective. Explains the various articles and requirements covering standby power generation.
Articles covered:
- 225 – Outside Branch Circuits and Feeders
- 240 – Overcurrent Protection
- 250 – Grounding and Bonding
- 445 – Generators
- 517 – Health care Facilities
- 695 – Fire Pumps
- 700 – Emergency Systems
- 701 – Legally Required Standby Systems
- 702 – Optional Standby Systems
- 705 – Interconnected Electrical Power Production Systems
GPS – 160 Generator Provisioning & Installation
Examines engine-generator configurations and the selection of optional items such as block heaters, base tanks, enclosures, etc. Explores standard configurations versus custom options that may be required based on site-specific criteria.
Introduces good design practice guidelines for the installation of engine-generator sets based on site and application specific details. Emphasizes cooling system selection, unit placement, piping requirements, etc.
Return to top
Awarding Continuing Education Units
The Milwaukee School of Engineering (MSOE), which sponsors the CEU/PDH units, accredited the Generac Power Systems Professional Development Series. MSOE was founded in 1903 on the basis of an educational philosophy that integrates two basic elements of learning; theory and practice. MSOE offers 17 bachelor’s degrees and 10 master’s degrees in the engineering, engineering technology, architectural engineering and building construction, computer, business, nursing and health-related fields. MSOE is well known for its close association with business and industry. In 2009, U.S. News & World Report ranked MSOE as one of the Best Undergraduate Colleges in the Midwest one of the Best Undergraduate Engineering Programs
The purpose of the Continuing Education Unit is to provide a permanent record of the educational accomplishment of the individual who has attained certain competencies as a result of one or more significant non-credit educational experiences. One CEU is defined as10 contact hours of student participation in an organized educational experience under responsible leadership, capable direction, and qualified instruction. In adhering to MSOE standards, policies, and procedures Generac Power Systems Professional Development Series was developed with the following guidelines requested by MSOE to award CEU credits:
MSOE requirements for earning CEUs include:
- A minimum acceptable attendance requirement
- Active class participation
- Pre-determined outcome(s) using student assessment tool(s)
- Proof of accomplishment
Return to top
We're Sorry - The Seminar is Full.
If you have any questions or need more information, please contact Shelly Keene at skeene@asne.com or 508-229-1472.