2026 Meter School
Meter School features two course options: beginner/intermediate and advanced. Each course offers a combination of classroom and hands-on exercises, during which participants will work at the metering stations under direct instructor oversight and feedback.
NOTE: MREA members must register through MREA.
Beginner/intermediate track
The beginner/intermediate track is aimed at personnel with little experience with electric meters. Instruction builds on the pre-conference workshop and will include more hands-on training.
Advanced track
The advanced track is intended for those who have a working knowledge of meters/metering. The course combines in-depth instruction with practical hands-on exercises that simulate scenarios that could occur at any utility.
Working in small groups, the advanced track will focus on troubleshooting a variety of challenging metering setups, then applying a load to determine if they are correctly configured.
Topics to be covered
- Why we have electric meters
- Single phase meters and meter forms
- Current transformers and voltage transformers
- Personal protective equipment
- Electric meter safety
- Tools needed for working with electric meters
- Mounting electric meter sockets
- Single phase socket wiring
- Troubleshooting electric installations
- Theft of electric power
In addition, we offer a Pre-conference Workshop covering basic metering. The workshop is an ideal introductory course for those with little metering experience or as a "refresher" on basic metering. For maximum benefit, consider registering for both the pre-conference workshop and the Meter School. Separate registration is required.
Earn apprenticeship hours
Individuals registered in MMUA's Apprentice Lineworker program can use the hours from this school toward completing a portion of their apprenticeship.
Certificates
Participants earn hours for attendance. Continuing education information can be found in the participant's Member Compass after the event.
Member: $615 per person
Non-member: $925 per person
All fees increase $50 on January 6, 2026.
Registration fee includes tuition, materials, Thursday lunch, refreshment breaks, and a certificate of attendance. Note: Wednesday lunch provided if registered for both the pre-conference workshop and the Meter School.
- Arc flash shield
- Hand tools for meter installation and wiring
- Safety glasses
- Secondary rubber gloves
- Fire-resistant clothing
- Volt/amp meter
- Calculator
- Notebook and pen/pencil
Registration Options
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Registration Options
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Credits | Price |
|---|---|---|
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Member registration (early bird)
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13.00 (Contact Hours) | $565.00 |
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Member registration
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13.00 (Contact Hours) | $615.00 |
Agenda
| February 4 | |
| 12:00 AM - 1:00 AM | Registration |
| 1:00 AM - 4:00 AM | Classroom instruction |
| 8:30 PM - 12:00 AM | Classroom and hands-on instruction |
| 8:30 PM - 12:00 AM | Classroom and hands-on instruction |
| February 5 | |
| 12:00 AM - 1:00 AM | Lunch served at the Training Center |
| 1:00 AM - 4:00 AM | Classroom and hands-on instruction |
| 8:30 PM - 12:00 AM | Classroom and hands-on instruction |
Hotel information
Marshall offers many hotel options, in addition to the hotels listed here. MMUA has arranged for discounted lodging at these hotels. Please call the hotel directly and ask for MMUA’s reduced rate when making your reservation. We recommend making your hotel reservation as soon as possible, as availability cannot be guaranteed.
AmericInn
1406 E Lyon St
Marshall, MN
507-537-9424
EverSpring Inn & Suites
1500 E College Dr
Marshall, MN
507-532-3221
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