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Introduction to Reliability Centered Maintenance

This course is designed to create awareness of transformer management from a reliability perspective.

This course is a 2 hour course which earns .20 CEU / 2 PDH / 2 NETA CTD

Purchase the Learning Plan "Transformer Management 1"  to take all 9 individual courses that make up that entire course.  The 9 that are included are: Introduction to Reliability Centered Maintenance / Transformer Components & Functions / Solid insulation Life & Aging / Insulating Liquids / Oil Tests & Interpretation / Moisture in Transformers / DGA & Furans / Electrical Testing / Applied Transformer Maintenance.  Purchasing as the Learning Plan saves $200!

TM1 is the first step in obtaining the Master Transformer Maintenance Professional Certification awarded by SDMyers. The Live Online version of TM1 is equivalent to the Traditional Classroom version of TM1 and is therefore accepted toward the professional certificate program. More information regarding the Certifications available from SDMyers can be found in the file repository section of this course.

Transformer Components and Functions

This course will identify transformer components and subcomponents. It will describe the functions of the components and the elements of design that affect maintenance including core configuration, winding type, conductor material, solid insulation type, cooling, and oil preservation.

This course is a 2 hour course which earns .20 CEU / 2 PDH / 2 NETA CTD

Purchase the Learning Plan "Transformer Management 1" to take all 9 individual courses that make up that entire course. The 9 that are included are: Introduction to Reliability Centered Maintenance / Transformer Components & Functions / Solid insulation Life & Aging / Insulating Liquids / Oil Tests & Interpretation / Moisture in Transformers / DGA & Furans / Electrical Testing / Applied Transformer Maintenance. Purchasing as the Learning Plan saves $200!

TM1 is the first step in obtaining the Master Transformer Maintenance Professional Certification awarded by SDMyers. The Live Online version of TM1 is equivalent to the Traditional Classroom version of TM1 and is therefore accepted toward the professional certificate program. More information regarding the Certifications available from SDMyers can be found in the file repository section of this course.

Solid Insulation Life and Aging

This class will cover the importance of the solid insulation in transformers.  Attendees will take an in-depth look into the mechanical strength of the paper , and will understand that maintaining  mechanical strength of the solid insulation is critical to extending the life of the transformer.

This course is a 2 hour course which earns .20 CEU / 2 PDH / 2 NETA CTD

Purchase the Learning Plan "Transformer Management 1" to take all 9 individual courses that make up that entire course. The 9 that are included are: Introduction to Reliability Centered Maintenance / Transformer Components & Functions / Solid insulation Life & Aging / Insulating Liquids / Oil Tests & Interpretation / Moisture in Transformers / DGA & Furans / Electrical Testing / Applied Transformer Maintenance. Purchasing as the Learning Plan saves $200!

TM1 is the first step in obtaining the Master Transformer Maintenance Professional Certification awarded by SDMyers. The Live Online version of TM1 is equivalent to the Traditional Classroom version of TM1 and is therefore accepted toward the professional certificate program. More information regarding the Certifications available from SDMyers can be found in the file repository section of this course.​

Insulating Liquids

This course will cover the four functions of insulating liquids in transformers.  It will identify the aging mechanism of mineral oil, understand the use of inhibitor, and cover the application of alternate fluids.

This is a 2.5  hour course which earns .25 CEU/2.5 PDH / 2.5 NETA CTD

Purchase the Learning Plan "Transformer Management 1" to take all 9 individual courses that make up that entire course. The 9 that are included are: Introduction to Reliability Centered Maintenance / Transformer Components & Functions / Solid insulation Life & Aging / Insulating Liquids / Oil Tests & Interpretation / Moisture in Transformers / DGA & Furans / Electrical Testing / Applied Transformer Maintenance. Purchasing as the Learning Plan saves $200!

TM1 is the first step in obtaining the Master Transformer Maintenance Professional Certification awarded by SDMyers. The Live Online version of TM1 is equivalent to the Traditional Classroom version of TM1 and is therefore accepted toward the professional certificate program. More information regarding the Certifications available from SDMyers can be found in the file repository section of this course.

Oil Tests and Interpretation

This course will cover sampling and inspection practices for fluid filled transformers.  It will cover routine and non-routine tests that can be performed and will identify industry standards for these tests. 

This course is a 2.5 hour course which earns .25 CEU / 2.5 PDH / 2.5 NETA CTD

Purchase the Learning Plan "Transformer Management 1" to take all 9 individual courses that make up that entire course. The 9 that are included are: Introduction to Reliability Centered Maintenance / Transformer Components & Functions / Solid insulation Life & Aging / Insulating Liquids / Oil Tests & Interpretation / Moisture in Transformers / DGA & Furans / Electrical Testing / Applied Transformer Maintenance. Purchasing as the Learning Plan saves $200!

TM1 is the first step in obtaining the Master Transformer Maintenance Professional Certification awarded by SDMyers. The Live Online version of TM1 is equivalent to the Traditional Classroom version of TM1 and is therefore accepted toward the professional certificate program. More information regarding the Certifications available from SDMyers can be found in the file repository section of this course.

Moisture in Transformers

This course will address the problems created by moisture in transformers.  It will cover percent saturation, percent moisture by dry weight, and why those responsible for transformer maintenance need to understand the importance of managing moisture in their transformer fleet.  

This course is a 2-hour course which earns .20 CEU / 2 PDH / 2 NETA CTD

Purchase the Learning Plan "Transformer Management 1" to take all 9 individual courses that make up that entire course. The 9 that are included are: Introduction to Reliability Centered Maintenance / Transformer Components & Functions / Solid insulation Life & Aging / Insulating Liquids / Oil Tests & Interpretation / Moisture in Transformers / DGA & Furans / Electrical Testing / Applied Transformer Maintenance. Purchasing as the Learning Plan saves $200!

TM1 is the first step in obtaining the Master Transformer Maintenance Professional Certification awarded by SDMyers. The Live Online version of TM1 is equivalent to the Traditional Classroom version of TM1 and is therefore accepted toward the professional certificate program. More information regarding the Certifications available from SDMyers can be found in the file repository section of this course.

Dissolved Gas Analysis (DGA) & Furans

This course will cover the scope of DGA and the formation and sources of dissolved gases in mineral oil immersed transformers. It will review the interpretation tools and guidance of the IEEE standards.  It will cover how to identify furan content and how to understand furan testing. 

This course is a 2.5 -hour course which earns .25 CEU / 2.5 PDH / 2.5 NETA CTD

Purchase the Learning Plan "Transformer Management 1" to take all 9 individual courses that make up that entire course. The 9 that are included are: Introduction to Reliability Centered Maintenance / Transformer Components & Functions / Solid insulation Life & Aging / Insulating Liquids / Oil Tests & Interpretation / Moisture in Transformers / DGA & Furans / Electrical Testing / Applied Transformer Maintenance. Purchasing as the Learning Plan saves $200!

TM1 is the first step in obtaining the Master Transformer Maintenance Professional Certification awarded by SDMyers. The Live Online version of TM1 is equivalent to the Traditional Classroom version of TM1 and is therefore accepted toward the professional certificate program. More information regarding the Certifications available from SDMyers can be found in the file repository section of this course.

Electrical Testing

This course will cover the various field electrical tests performed.  It will cover a description of the test, the purpose of each test, and  how to interpret the results.  This class includes several case studies for real-world examples. 

This course is a 2.5-hour course which earns .25 CEU / 25 PDH / 2.5 NETA CTD

Purchase the Learning Plan "Transformer Management 1" to take all 9 individual courses that make up that entire course. The 9 that are included are: Introduction to Reliability Centered Maintenance / Transformer Components & Functions / Solid insulation Life & Aging / Insulating Liquids / Oil Tests & Interpretation / Moisture in Transformers / DGA & Furans / Electrical Testing / Applied Transformer Maintenance. Purchasing as the Learning Plan saves $200!

TM1 is the first step in obtaining the Master Transformer Maintenance Professional Certification awarded by SDMyers. The Live Online version of TM1 is equivalent to the Traditional Classroom version of TM1 and is therefore accepted toward the professional certificate program. More information regarding the Certifications available from SDMyers can be found in the file repository section of this course.

Applied Transformer Maintenance

This course will cover the importance of extending the reliable life of the transformer by mechanical maintenance, electrical maintenance, and fluid maintenance.   It will cover the corrective processes used in extending the life of the insulation system of the transformer.  It will compare/contrast these oil processes and their performances.  

This course is a 2 1/2 -hour course which earns .25 CEU / 2.5 PDH / 2.5 NETA CTD

Purchase the Learning Plan "Transformer Management 1" to take all 9 individual courses that make up that entire course. The 9 that are included are: Introduction to Reliability Centered Maintenance / Transformer Components & Functions / Solid insulation Life & Aging / Insulating Liquids / Oil Tests & Interpretation / Moisture in Transformers / DGA & Furans / Electrical Testing / Applied Transformer Maintenance. Purchasing as the Learning Plan saves $200!

TM1 is the first step in obtaining the Master Transformer Maintenance Professional Certification awarded by SDMyers. The Live Online version of TM1 is equivalent to the Traditional Classroom version of TM1 and is therefore accepted toward the professional certificate program. More information regarding the Certifications available from SDMyers can be found in the file repository section of this course.