Cummins Power Generation

Students will be introduced to the basic concepts of power generation. They will learn the basic operation of a generator, the types of generators, ratings and features. Students will learn the importance of electrical safety throughout the program. Students will receive training on the NFPA 70E. This course teaches fundamentals of AC/DC electrical systems used for power and control in industrial, commercial, agricultural and residential applications using virtual training technology and hands-on application. Students will learn industry-relevant skills included in subject areas such as basic electrical circuits, electrical measurement, circuit analysis, inductance and capacitance, combination circuits, and transformers. They will be introduced to schematics and wiring diagrams, and electrical safety. This course also will familiarize students with grounding. Students will learn the operation of system grounding and a ground-fault protection device, and the construction of a grounding system. Students also will learn about lightning and surge protection. They will be able to describe the operation of a lightning protection system and surge arresters. Students will learn how to install a surge arrester for a circuit. They will be introduced to battery systems, including battery operation, capacity characteristics, battery types and battery banks.

Students will enhance their knowledge of the AC Generator while gaining a better understanding of maintenance and troubleshooting procedures. Students will learn the difference between low, medium, and high voltages. They will be able to distinguish between self- and separately excited generators, brushed and brushless generators, bar and wire winding, and will be able to recognize the various requirements for generator applications. The Power and Industrial Electronics Learning system will teach students how to operate, adjust and troubleshoot electronic components, circuits, and systems used in power generation machine applications. Students will learn oscilloscope usage, linear power supplies, power supply filtration and regulation, solid state relays, discrete sensing devices, thermal sensing devices, amplifiers and op amps, analog sensing, solid state switching, and solid state speed and power control. Students also will learn about motor control. Electric motor control teaches electric relay control of AC electric motors found in industrial applications. Students will gain understanding of the operation, installation, design and troubleshooting of AC electric motor control circuits for many common applications. They will develop skills in interpreting schematics, system design, motor start/stop circuits, motor sequence control, reversing motor control and motor jogging. Safety is emphasized throughout, highlighting motor safety, lockout/tagout and safety interlocks.

Students learn the basic troubleshooting principles of Cummins Power Generation Automatic Transfer Switches and how to apply those principles. They will learn to identify an Automatic Transfer Switch and describe the main components and basic construction of an ATS. Students will be able to describe the Time Delays used by ATS and the monitoring and sensing parameters. They will be able to describe the different switch types used in CPG transfer switches. Students will understand Power Relays and the purpose of Auxiliary Switches. Students will be identify and explain the function of each of the terminal blocks on the EC Control Panel. They will be able to identify the major components of the OT 40-1200A Mechanism and the function of each piece of hardware. Students will be able to identify the major components of the GT 20-500A Mechanism and be able to repair/replace commonly repaired components. Fundamentals of Transfer Switches introduces participants to the basic operation and troubleshooting principles of automatic transfer switches then applies those principles to practical hands-on exercises.