Metering II 2018
NEPPA’s Metering II Program builds upon the metering basics learned in Metering I for a more in-depth exploration of systems, installations, power factor and emerging technologies. Metering II combines classroom instruction with student practice.
Location
NEPPA Training Center
200 New Estate Road
Littleton, MA 01460
Course Hours
Monday, August 13, 2018 8:00 am – 2:00 pm
Monday, August 27, 2018 8:00 am – 2:00 pm
Monday, September 10, 2018 8:00 am – 2:00 pm
Monday, September 24, 2018 8:00 am – 2:00 pm
Monday, October 15, 2018 8:00 am – 2:00 pm
Monday, November 5, 2018 8:00 am – 2:00 pm
Monday, November 26, 2018 8:00 am – 2:00 pm
Monday, December 10, 2018 8:00 am – 2:00 pm
Please note that dates are subject to change.
Students will Learn
- Applying meters
- Power factor and how it's used in metering
- Industry best practices and troubleshooting existing meter installations for errors
- Interpreting meter wiring diagrams for accurate meter installations
- Programming for electronic meters
- Polyphase systems and applying the proper meter for a specific application
Course Prerequisites
Completion of Metering I is strongly recommended. A basic knowledge of mathematics is beneficial.
Prerequisites may be waived by instructor based on work experience.
Registration
Members: $1,500
Non-Members: $2,250
Registration fee includes coffee and lunch.
Please see the information below regarding instructors and lodging.
If you have any questions please contact the training & education coordinator, Colleen Del Signore, at either colleend@neppa.org or 978-540-2209.
Instructor
Steve Socoby, Director of Training & Education
Steve has 36 years of hands on experience in all facets of operations, of public power utilities including: Line Superintendent; supervision of crews, maintenance, new construction, reliability and associated plant & sub-station responsibilities. He is a recognized expert in safety and OSHA compliance.
In his role of Director of Training, he is responsible for development and quality of safety & technical programs. He also oversees the line-workers’ school and teaches utility management and supervision, electronic controls and power-line operation programs.
Recognized as an industry leader and expert Steve has received the Distinguished Service Award from the Northeast Public Power Association and been recognized by the Maine State Legislature for his previous 30 Years of Distinguished Service. Steve attended the University of Maine at Orono.
Lodging
Lodging is not included in your registration fees and must be arranged directly with the hotel. Please contact any of the following hotels directly and be sure to mention you’re with NEPPA (or the appropriate code/account number) to receive the negotiated rate: Courtyard by Marriott, Boston – Littleton - $169/night + tax 102 Constitution Avenue Littleton, MA 01460 (978) 440-5040 Click here to make your reservation online using the Group Code: BZL The Westford Regency Inn & Conference Center - $111/night + tax 219 Littleton Road Westford, MA 01886 (978) 692-8200 Click here to make your reservation online using the Group Code: NEPPA. Hilton Garden Inn Devens Common (Corporate Account# 3003696) - $139/night + tax 59 Andrews Parkway Devens, MA 01434 (978) 772-0600 Click here to make your reservation online using Corporate Account # 3003696 SpringHill Suites Devens Common Center: 27 Andrews Parkway Devens, MA 01434 Contact Laura Hume at 978-757-3003 or lhume@truenorthhotels.com for a special rate