Basic Metering Pre-Conference

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Basic Metering Pre-Conference

Basic Metering Pre-Conference

Date: February 14-15, 2017
Time:
  • Day 1: Feb 14, 2017 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
  • Day 2: Feb 15, 2017 8:30 am - 1:00 pm
Location: MMUA Training Center, Marshall, MN
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The Basic Metering Pre-Conference will use a combination of interactive classroom and hands-on training to present and reinforce the instruction. The pre-conference will provide a good foundation for those interested in continuing on with the Basic/Intermediate class.

Topics Covered

  • Blondel's Theorem
  • Definitions of Common Abbreviations
  • Common Metering Formulas
  • Self Contained Metering and Trouble Shooting

Schedule

Tuesday, February 14
12:00-1:00 pm  Registration
1:00-4:00 pm  Classroom

Wednesday, February 15
8:30 am-12:00 pm  Hands-On
12:00-1:00 pm  Lunch (if also registered for Meter School)

About the Instructors

Larry Chapman & Staff from Chapman Metering
Larry Chapman has working in the metering business his entire career, and is highly respected. Larry has been an instructor at the MMUA Meter School for more than 10 years.

Scott Murfield
Scott Murfield will also be on hand to partner with the instruction. Scott has spent 30 years in the electric utility industry. Most recently, he was Regional Safety Coordinator for MMUA until his retirement, and is a certified Journeyman Lineman, Journeyman Electrician and Loss Control Professional.

Additional instructors to be announced.

What to Bring

  • Safety Glasses
  • Hard Hat
  • Rubber Gloves with Leather Protectors
  • Arc Flash Shield (MMUA has a few shields that can be shared. DO NOT jeopardize employee safety by bringing your utility's only arc flash shield.)
  • Voltage Meter
  • Calculator
  • FR Clothing
  • Hand Tools for Meter Installation/Wiring

Earn Apprenticeship Hours

Individuals registered in an apprenticeship program may be able to use the hours from this school toward a portion of the apprenticeship program completion!

Certificates

Participants earn hours for attendance and a certificate of achievement will be available online. Participants should watch for an email notification from MMUA.

Registration Fee

$115 per student for members; $265 per student for non-members.
All fees increase $50 on  January 30, 2017.
Fee includes: workshop tuition, materials, refreshment breaks and a certificate of achievement. Note: Wednesday lunch provided if registered for both the Pre-Conference and the Meter School.

Cancellations/Refunds

MMUA will issue a refund (less $25 processing fee per person) provided MMUA is notified of the cancellation by 4:30 pm on January 29, 2017.

Hotel / Motel Information  Marshall, MN

For a map of hotels in Marshall, click HERE. The AmericInn and Ramada offer special pricing for participants. Just ask for MMUA's reduced rate when making your reservations.

Photographs

By registering for this event I/we authorize Minnesota Municipal Utilities Association (MMUA) to photograph me at this event and use such photographs in MMUA marketing materials (both electronic and print). I/we understand that I/we will not be paid for giving this consent. 

Questions?

Contact Theresa Neddermeyer by email tneddermeyer@mmua.org or phone 763.551.1230.
 

A printable version of the Meter School brochure is also available.