SKM Power*Tools® For Windows Software Training Course

101 PTW Software Standard 3-Day Training

DAPPER, CAPTOR, A_FAULT, TMS, and Equipment Evaluation
Objectives Demand Load
To develop a working knowledge of the Power*Tools for Windows Connected, Demand, and Design Load Analysis for Sizing
DAPPER, CAPTOR, A_FAULT, TMS, and Equipment Evaluation Demand Load Library
software study modules Input Data Requirements
Output Report Overview
Database Concepts, Default Data, Copy/Paste Data, Clone Components
Sizing
One-Line Diagrams, Copy/Paste, Annotation, Custom Symbols, Hide Feeder and Transformer Sizing Calculations
and Expand, UNDO, and Template Libraries Cable and Transformer Libraries
Creation, customization and use of Datablocks and Datablock Reports Input Data Requirements
Output Report Overview
Managing multiple scenarios with Scenario Manager
and Data Visualizer Load Schedule
Panel, MCC and Switchboard Schedule Representation
Efficient management and use of Equipment Libraries Input Data Requirements
Reporting Options and Customized Output Forms Output Report Overview
Import/Export Capabilities Load Flow Studies
Merging Multiple Projects and Multi-user Access Solution Techniques
Sources of Supply Representation
Custom Queries and User-Defined Fields Transformer, Load and other Component Representation
Voltage Drop Snapshot of Motor Startup
Prerequisites Input Data Requirements
Basic computer skills. Output Report Overview
Students are urged to review: Fault Studies
IEEE Red Book Std 141-1993, chapter 4 Solution Techniques: Comprehensive Fault Analysis, ANSI Fault Analysis
IEEE Buff Book Std 242-2001, chapters 9, 10 & 11 Comparison of Methodologies between Comprehensive and ANSI
Contribution Sources Representations
IEEE Brown Book Std 399-1997, chapters 2, 6, 7, 9 & 15 Input Data Requirements
Course Description Output Report Overview
The course involves the discussion of the program interface. Management Motor Starting Studies
of multiple scenarios with scenario manager is covered. Demand Load, Solution Methodology
sizing, load flow, short circuit, load schedules, captor and motor starting Motor Models
calculation procedures are then reviewed. Other topics that will be covered Load Models
Soft Starter and Reduced Voltage Starting Models
are the efficient management and use of equipment libraries, reporting
Input Data Requirements
options and customized output forms, import/export capabilities, merging Output Text and Graphical Data Overview
multiple projects, as well as custom queries and user-defined fields.
Captor
Students will earn 2.6 CEUs for this course.
Creation of Time-Current Curves from New and Existing Projects
Target Audience Customization of TCC Drawing Layouts and Libraries
This course is intended for electrical power engineers responsible for the Using Forms to Print TCC Drawings
design and analysis of three phase electrical distribution systems. Export of TCC Drawing to Third Party Application
No previous electrical distribution system analysis experience is required. Input Data Requirements
TCC Settings Report

Course 101 PTW Software Standard 3-Day Training

Course Dates February 5, 6, 7
May 14, 15, 16
August 6, 7, 8
November 12, 13, 14
Course Hours 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Wednesday
Course Fees $975 for 101 Standard 3-Day. Does not include hotel or travel costs.
$1655 for 101 and 102, 5-day. Does not include hotel or travel costs.
Registration Fees Include 1 PTW Training Manual, Use of 1 computer per 2 students, Continental breakfast each day from 7 to 7:30 AM,
On-site lunches each day, Group dinner on Monday after the class, and an IEEE IACET Certificate of Completion.
Training Equipment The training room is equipped with Dell computers with Pentium-4 2.8GHz or better processors,
512MB RAM, and 17” LCD flat panel displays. The class size is based on 2 students per computer.
Course Location The Torrance DoubleTree at South Bay address: 21333 Hawthorne Blvd. Torrance, CA 90503 and is located 10
miles South of Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Airport transportation is approximately $30 for a taxi or
$15 for SuperShuttle. The hotel is also conveniently located 2.5 miles east of the beach and the Redondo Pier.
Restaurants and shops are within walking distance from the hotel. Parking at the hotel is complimentary.
For reservations call 1-800-445-8667 and be sure to ask for the SKM corporate rate of $129 per night.

Phone: 1-800-232-6789 Fax: 310-698-4708 Email: sales@skm.com www.skm.com

 SKM Power*Tools® For Windows Software Training Course

102 PTW Software Advanced 2-Day Training

Arc Flash, Equipment Evaluation, and HI_WAVE
Objectives
To develop a working knowledge of the Power*Tools for Windows
Arc Flash, Equipment Evaluation, and HI_WAVE software study modules
To understand the Arc Flash standards and calculation methods
To obtain hands-on experience in Arc Flash Label creation
and customization
To understand the step by step evaluations process and criteria for
protective and non-protective devices
To understand Harmonic standards, calculation steps, and
modeling techniques
Prerequisites
Basic computer skills
Students are urged to review:
IEEE Red Book Std 141-1993, chapter 4
IEEE Buff Book Std 242-2001, chapters 9, 10 & 11
IEEE Brown Book Std 399-1997, chapters 2, 7 & 15
IEEE 1584 2002/2004a, Guide for Performing Arc Flash
Hazard Analysis
Arc Flash Hazard Analysis
IEEE 1584 and NFPA 70E standards, NEC and OSHA requirements
IEEE 1584 and NFPA 70E Calculation Procedures
Relationship with Short Circuit and Protective Device Coordination studies
Issues related to energy accumulation and multiple contributions
Issues related to Induction Motor and Synchronous Machine decays
Bus Report, Line Side and Load Side report options
Arc Flash Labeling Requirements, Personal Protection Equipment
Custom Labels and Work Permits
Examples and interpretation of PTW Arc Flash results
Equipment Evaluation
Relationship with Short Circuit, and Equipment Sizing
Input Data requirements, Interrupting Rating, Close-Latch Rating, and
Test X/R
Low voltage device evaluation based on ANSI, IEC and Comprehensive
Fault results
HV/MV device evaluation based on ANSI, IEC and Comprehensive
Fault results
Evaluation using bus fault current or worse case current through the device
Evaluation Criteria – Pass, Fail, or Marginal
Interpretation of PTW Equipment Evaluation results

NFPA 70E-2004 Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace

HI_WAVE
IEEE 519 Recommended Practices and Requirements for
Harmonic Control in Electrical Power Systems
Course Description
The course covers the overview of the Arc Flash and Harmonic standards
and reviews the calculation and modeling procedures in Arc Flash,
Equipment Evaluation, and HI_WAVE. Students will earn 2.0 CEUs
for this course.
Target Audience
This course is intended for electrical power engineers responsible for the
design and analysis of three phase electrical distribution systems. No
previous electrical distribution system analysis experience is required.
IEEE 519 Standard - Voltage and Current Distortion, Point of
Common Coupling
Harmonic production, measurement, and harmonic source library
Load modeling, cable, transmission line and rotating machine modeling
Phase shift transformer modeling and harmonic cancellation
Effect of power factor correction capacitors and harmonic filter design
Harmonic Impedance Frequency Scan, resonant points
Harmonic Voltage and Current Distortion Waveforms and Spectrums
Hand calculation examples, and interpretation of PTW HI_WAVE results

Course 102 PTW Software Advanced 2-Day Training

Course Dates February 8, 9
May 17, 18
August 9, 10
November 15, 16
Course Hours 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Thursday and Friday
Course Fees $775 for 102 Advanced 2-Day. Does not include hotel or travel costs.
$1655 for 101 and 102, 5-day. Does not include hotel or travel costs.
Registration Fees Include 1 PTW Training Manual, Use of 1 computer per 2 students, Continental breakfast each day from 7 to 7:30 AM,
On-site lunches each day, and an IEEE IACET Certificate of Completion.
Training Equipment The training room is equipped with Dell computers with Pentium-4 2.8GHz or better processors,
512MB RAM, and 17” LCD flat panel displays. The class size is based on 2 students per computer.
Course Location The Torrance DoubleTree at South Bay address: 21333 Hawthorne Blvd. Torrance, CA 90503 and is located 10
miles South of Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Airport transportation is approximately $30 for a taxi or
$15 for SuperShuttle. The hotel is also conveniently located 2.5 miles east of the beach and the Redondo Pier.
Restaurants and shops are within walking distance from the hotel. Parking at the hotel is complimentary.
For reservations call 1-800-445-8667 and be sure to ask for the SKM corporate rate of $129 per night.

Phone: 1-800-232-6789 Fax: 310-698-4708 Email: sales@skm.com www.skm.com

 SKM Power*Tools® For Windows Software Training Course

201 PTW Software Hands-On 2-Day Training

Comprehensive Fault, A_FAULT, CAPTOR, Equipment Evaluation, and Arc Flash
Objectives Fault Studies
To develop a working knowledge of the Power*Tools for Windows Solution Techniques: Comprehensive Fault Analysis, ANSI Fault Analysis
Fault Analysis, Captor, Equipment Evaluation, and Arc Flash Comparison of methodologies between Comprehensive and ANSI
software study modules Contribution Sources Representations
Input Data Requirements
Database Concepts, Default Data, Copy/Paste Data, Clone Components Output Report Overview
One-Line Diagrams, Copy/Paste, Annotation, Custom Symbols, Hide,
Expand, UNDO, and Template Libraries Captor
Creation, customization and use of Datablocks and Creation of Time-Current curves from new existing projects
Datablock Reports Customization of TCC Drawing Layouts and Libraries
Using Forms to Print TCC drawings
Managing multiple scenarios with Scenario Manager and Export of TCC drawings to third party application
Data Visualizer Input Data Requirements
Efficient management and use of Equipment Libraries TCC Settings Report

Reporting Options and Customized Output Forms

Equipment Evaluation
Prerequisites
Basic computer skills
Students are urged to review:
IEEE Red Book Std 141-1993, chapter 4
IEEE Buff Book Std 242-2001, chapters 9, 10 & 11
IEEE Brown Book Std 399-1997, chapters 2, 7, & 15
IEEE 1584 2002/2004a, Guide for Performing Arc Flash
Hazard Analysis
NFPA 70E-2004 Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace
Arc Flash Hazard Analysis
Course Description
The course involves the discussion of the program interface. Management
of multiple scenarios with Scenario Manager and Data Visualizer are
covered. Other topics that will be covered are the efficient management and
use of equipment libraries, reporting options and customized output forms,
and custom queries. Students will earn 2.0 CEUs for this seminar.
Target Audience
This course is intended for electric power engineers responsible for the
design and analysis of three phase electrical distribution systems. No
previous electrical distribution system analysis experience is required.
Relationship between Short Circuit results and Equipment Sizing
Input Data requirements, Interrupting Rating, Close-Latch Rating, and
Test X/R
Low voltage device evaluation based on ANSI, IEC and Comprehensive
Fault results
HV/MV device evaluation based on ANSI, IEC and Comprehensive
Fault results
Evaluation using bus fault current or worse case current through devices
Evaluation Criteria – Pass, Fail, or Marginal
Interpretation of PTW Equipment Evaluation results
IEEE 1584 and NFPA 70E standards, NEC and OSHA requirements
IEEE 1584 and NFPA 70E Calculation Procedures
Relationship between Short Circuit and Protective Device
Coordination studies
Issues related to energy accumulation and multiple contributions
Issues related to Induction Motor and Synchronous Machine decays
Bus Report, Line Side and Load Side report options
Arc Flash Labeling Requirements, Personal Protection Equipment
Custom Labels and Work Permits
Examples and interpretation of PTW Arc Flash results

Course 201 PTW Software Hands-On 2-Day Training

Course Dates and Locations
Course Hours
Course Fees
Registration Fees Include
Training Equipment
Phone: 1-800-232-6789
January 29, 30; Honolulu, HI
February 19, 20; Miami, FL
March 5, 6; Houston, TX
April 2, 3; Atlanta, GA
April 23, 24; Edmonton, Canada
May 21, 22; Philadelphia, PA
June 11, 12; Denver, CO
June 25, 26; Toronto, Canada
August 20, 21; Orlando, FL
September 10, 11; Calgary, Canada
September 24, 25; Houston, TX
October 15, 16; St. Louis, MO
7:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday and Tuesday
$775 for 201 PTW Hands-On 2-Day. Does not include hotel or travel costs.
$1455 for 201 and 202, 4-Day. Does not include hotel or travel costs.
All course materials, Continental breakfast each day from 7 to 7:30 AM, Lunch and refreshments during
breaks, and an IEEE IACET Certificate of Completion.
Students are responsible for bringing their own laptop computers. SKM will provide a training course package
with the latest version of the PTW software two weeks prior to the class for installation with a software key.
Fax: 310-698-4708 Email: sales@skm.com www.skm.com
 SKM Power*Tools® For Windows Software Training Course

202 Power Systems Application 2-Day Training

Arc Flash Evaluation with Related Topics including Short Circuit,
Protection & Coordination, and Equipment Evaluation
Objectives
Review of distribution system analysis topics, including short-circuit,
protective device coordination, equipment evaluation and arc flash
hazard analysis
Analysis of a sample electrical distribution system using the
PTW software
Discussion of short-circuit and coordination analysis results
Discussion of arc flash hazard analysis results and methods used to
reduce the hazard to below 40 cal/cm2
Provide practical examples of analysis from typical Industrial and
Commercial power systems with explanations of study results and
how they are presented in a final report
Discuss issues and examine study results and potential problem areas
Discuss compliance with various standards
Prerequisites
Basic computer skills
SKM Power*Tools Standard 3-Day and Advanced 2-Day Training, OR
Hands-On 2- Day Training, OR working knowledge of SKM PTW Software
Students are urged to review:
IEEE Red Book Std 141-1993, chapter 4
IEEE Buff Book Std 242-2001, chapters 9, 10 & 11
IEEE 1584 2002/2004a, Guide for Performing Arc Flash
Hazard Analysis
NFPA 70E-2004 Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace
Course Description
The course involves the application of the Power*Tools program to analyze
a sample electrical distribution system. Short-circuit, protective device
coordination, equipment evaluation and arc flash hazard analysis will be
reviewed and then performed using the software. Students will earn 2.0
CEUs for this 2-day course.
Target Audience
This course is intended for electric power engineers responsible for the
design and analysis of three phase electrical distribution systems. A basic
understanding of electrical distribution system analysis is required.
Typical Industrial and Commercial Power System Example
Review of distribution system analysis topics including short-circuit,
protective device coordination, equipment evaluation and arc flash
hazard analysis.
Discussion of compliance with various standards and requirements
Input data requirement
Discussion of considerations when selecting equipment
Output data requirement
Examination and interpretation of PTW study results and potential
problem areas in the power system
Discussion of equipment evaluation results
Discussion of arc flash hazard analysis results and methods used to
reduce the hazard to below 40 cal/cm2
Discussion of final presentation of study reports
Discussion of methods and procedures on completing a typical study
Hands-On Lab - Analysis of a Sample Electrical Distribution System in PTW
Equipment datasheet explanations
Input data requirement - Per unit method, Comprehensive Fault and
ANSI method, 3P, SLG, LL, and LLG Faults, Interrupting Rating, Close-
Latch Rating, and Test X/R
Relationship between Short Circuit results and Equipment Sizing
Interpretation of PTW Equipment Evaluation results, Pass, Fail, or
Marginal Evaluation Criteria
Relationship between Short Circuit results, Protective Device
Coordination and Arc Flash studies
Interpretation of PTW Arc Flash results and applying various techniques
to reduce arc flash hazard to below 40 cal/cm2
Arc Flash Labels, Work Permits, and legal issues

Course 202 Power Systems Application 2-Day Training Course

Course Dates and Locations February 21, 22; Miami, FL
April 4, 5; Atlanta, GA
April 25, 26; Edmonton, Canada
June 13, 14; Denver, CO
June 27, 28; Toronto, Canada
August 22, 23; Orlando, FL
September 26, 27; Houston, TX
October 17, 18; St. Louis, MO
Course Hours 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Wednesday and Thursday
Course Fees $775 for 202 Power Systems Application 2-Day. Does not include hotel or travel costs
$1455 for 201 and 202, 4-Day. Does not include hotel or travel costs
Registration Fees Include All course materials, Continental breakfast each day from 7 to 7:30 AM, Lunch and refreshments during
breaks, and an IEEE IACET Certificate of Completion.
Training Equipment Students are responsible for bringing their own laptop computers. SKM will provide a training course package
with the latest version of the PTW software two weeks prior to the class for installation with a software key.

Phone: 1-800-232-6789 Fax: 310-698-4708 Email: sales@skm.com www.skm.com

 SKM Power*Tools® For Windows Software Training Course

203 Power Systems Application 2-Day Training

Protection & Coordination
Objectives
Review of fundamental considerations for protection, including data
gathering, fault calculations, equipment damage and safety
Review of fault calculations and protective device evaluation
Overview of protection of apparatus including conductors, transformers,
motors and generators
Discuss compliance with various codes and standards including ANSI,
NEMA, NEC® and CEC
Coordination of Overcurrent Protection Devices
Provide practical examples of overcurrent coordination, including the
understanding of protection versus coordination and continuity of
service for both phase and ground overcurrent
Presentation of several class examples that will help students gain a
basic understanding of how to select and apply conductors, fuses, low
and medium voltage breakers/relays, and current transformers
Discuss issues and examine study results, potential problem areas and
implementation of study recommendations
Target Audience
This course is intended for electric power engineers responsible for the
design, analysis and maintenance of industrial or institutional power
distribution systems. A basic understanding of electrical distribution
system analysis is required.
Typical Industrial and Commercial Power System Example
Review of distribution system analysis topics including short-circuit,
protection of apparatus, protective device coordination and
equipment evaluation
Discussion of compliance with various standards and
requirements Data gathering and input data requirement
Discussion of considerations when selecting equipment
Output data requirement
Examination and interpretation of PTW study results and potential
problem areas in the power system
Discussion of methods and procedures on completing a typical study
Discussion of coordination study results
Discussion of final presentation of study reports

Prerequisites Hands-On Lab - Analysis of a Sample Electrical Distribution System in PTW

Basic computer skills
SKM Power*Tools Standard 3-Day and Advanced 2-Day Training, OR
Hands-On 2- Day Training, OR working knowledge of SKM PTW Software
Students are urged to review:
IEEE Red Book Std 141-1993, chapter 4, 5, 10
IEEE Buff Book Std 242-2001, chapters 9, 10, 11, 12 & 15
Course Description
The course involves the application of the Power*Tools program to analyze a
sample electrical distribution system. This training program explains the
rules and techniques of coordinating protective relays, power fuses and
circuit breakers. Practical exercises of distribution system protection and
coordination will be reviewed and then performed using the software.
Students will earn 2.0 CEUs for this 2-day course.
Interpretation of Equipment datasheets
Data gathering, data input and system modeling
Relationship between Short Circuit results and Protective Device
Coordination study
Developing time-current curves for phase and ground overcurrent
current coordination using PTW
Verifying protection of electrical apparatus and compliance with related
codes and standards
Discussion of study results and methods to improve system protection
and coordination
Discussion of issues related to Selective Coordination
Discussion of Protection and Coordination issues for Arc Flash studies

Course 203 Power Systems Application 2-Day Training

Course Dates and Locations January 31, February 1; Honolulu, HI
March 7, 8; Houston, TX
May 23, 24; Philadelphia, PA
September 12, 13; Calgary, Canada

Course Hours 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Wednesday and Thursday

Course Fees $775 for 203 Protection & Coordination 2-Day. Does not include hotel or travel costs.
$1455 for 201 and 203, 4-Day. Does not include hotel or travel costs.

Registration Fees Include All course materials, Continental breakfast each day from 7 to 7:30 AM, Lunch and refreshments during
breaks, and an IEEE IACET Certificate of Completion.

Training Equipment Students are responsible for bringing their own laptop computers. SKM will provide a training course package
with the latest version of the PTW software two weeks prior to the class for installation with a software key.

Phone: 1-800-232-6789 Fax: 310-698-4708 Email: sales@skm.com www.skm.com

 SKM Power*Tools® For Windows Software Training Course

204 Motor Starting Analysis & Application 2-Day Training

Objectives
Review of fundamental considerations for motor starting, including
motor fundamentals, theory, application and common motor
starting techniques
Discussion of the effects of motor starting on electrical
distribution systems
Presentation of several practical examples of motor starting in a
laboratory environment
Presentation of several class examples that will help students gain a
basic understanding of motor starting performance calculations
Discuss issues and examine study results, potential problem areas and
implementation of study recommendations
Prerequisites
Basic computer skills
SKM Power*Tools Standard 3-Day and Advanced 2-Day Training, OR
Hands-On 2- Day Training, OR working knowledge of SKM PTW Software
Students are urged to review:
IEEE Brown Book Std 399 - 1997, chapter 9
IEEE Red Book Std 141 - 1993, chapter 10
Course Description
This course involves the application of the Power*Tools program to analyze
a sample AC electrical distribution system containing various sizes of
motors utilizing different starting techniques. A motor starting analysis of
the distribution system will be reviewed and then performed using the
software. Students will earn 2.0 CEUs for this 2-day course.
Target Audience
This course is intended for electric power engineers responsible for the
design and analysis of direct current electrical power distribution systems.
A basic understanding of electrical distribution system analysis is required.
Typical Industrial and Commercial Power System Example
Data gathering and input data requirement
Exposure to load flow analysis to the extent to establish initial
conditions for motor starting analysis
Comparison of induction motor models available: single rotor and
double rotor circuits vs. graphical model
Review of data required to properly model the motor to be started
Understanding of the motor performance test data including torque vs.
slip, current vs. slip, hot and cold start thermal limits, etc.
Importance of inertia, both motor and load, on motor starting
Discussion of various motor starting methods: delta-wye,
autotransformer, capacitor, and soft-start
Examination and interpretation of PTW study results and potential
problem areas in the power system
Discussion of methods and procedures for completing a typical study
Discussion of final presentation of study reports
Discussion of compliance with various standards and requirements
Hands-On Lab - Analysis of a Sample Electrical Distribution System in PTW
Interpretation of Equipment datasheets
Data gathering, data input and system modeling
Relationship between Load Flow results and Motor Starting study
Examination of specific motor starting technique being utilized
Verifying compliance with related codes and standards
Discussion of study results and methods to improve distribution system

Course 204 Motor Starting Analysis & Application 2-Day Training

Course Dates and Locations July 16, 17; Warrendale, PA
October 22, 23; Warrendale, PA

Course Hours 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday and Tuesday

Course Fees $775 for 204 Motor Starting Analysis & Application 2-Day. Does not include hotel or travel costs
$1495 for 204 and 205, 4-Day. Does not include hotel or travel costs

Registration Fees Include All course materials, Continental breakfast each day from 7 to 7:30 AM, Lunch and refreshments during
breaks, and an IEEE IACET Certificate of Completion.

Training Equipment Students are responsible for bringing their own laptop computers. SKM will provide a training course package
with the latest version of the PTW software two weeks prior to the class for installation with a software key.

Phone: 1-800-232-6789 Fax: 310-698-4708 Email: sales@skm.com www.skm.com

 SKM Power*Tools® For Windows Software Training Course

205 Harmonic Analysis & Application 2-Day Training

Objectives
Review of theory and fundamentals of power system harmonics
Discussion of total harmonic distortion and notching
Discussion of common symptoms of harmonics in a power system
such as transformer heating, motor and generator heating and
vibrations, neutral heating and electronic equipment malfunction
Review of non-linear loads and common sources of harmonics within
electrical distribution systems
Overview of the background and application of IEEE Std 519-1992
Presentation of several practical examples of performing harmonic
measurements
Presentation of several class examples that will help students gain a
basic understanding of how to perform a harmonic analysis
Discuss issues and examine study results, potential problem areas and
implementation of study recommendations using common harmonic
mitigating techniques.
Prerequisites
Basic computer skills
SKM Power*Tools Standard 3-Day and Advanced 2-Day Training, OR
Hands-On 2- Day Training, OR working knowledge of SKM PTW Software
Students are urged to review:
IEEE Brown Book Std 399 - 1997, chapters 6 and 10
IEEE Red Book Std 141 - 1993, chapters 8 and 9
IEEE 519 - 1992, “IEEE Recommended Practices and Requirements
for Harmonic Control in Electrical Power Systems”
Course Description
This course involves the application of the Power*Tools program to analyze
a sample AC electrical distribution system containing various types of
harmonic sources. Harmonic analysis of the distribution system will be
reviewed and then performed using the software. Students will earn 2.0
CEUs for this 2-day course.
Target Audience
This course is intended for electric power engineers responsible for the
design and analysis of direct current electrical power distribution systems.
A basic understanding of electrical distribution system analysis is required.
Typical Industrial and Commercial Power System Example
Review of harmonic analysis and IEEE 519-1992 distortion limits
Data gathering and input data requirements for harmonic analysis
Examination and interpretation of PTW study results and potential
problem areas in the power system
Discussion of methods and procedures for completing a typical study
Discussion of final presentation of study reports
Discussion of compliance with various standards and requirements
Hands-On Lab - Analysis of a Sample Electrical Distribution System in PTW
Interpretation of Equipment datasheets
Perform measurements to establish harmonic current source models for
harmonic producing loads
Data gathering, data input and system modeling
Review of harmonic analyzer capabilities best suited for
such measurements
Exposure to load flow analysis to the extent to establish a 60 Hz base
case for the harmonic analysis
Building harmonic current sources for loads and establishing the base
case harmonic load flow
Choice of the Point of Common Coupling (PCC) and how to conduct
IEEE Std. 519-1992 analysis at the PCC
Sizing a power factor correction capacitor bank and use of frequency
scans to determine if it should be a filter
Filter design and use of IEEE Std. 18 to rate the capacitor in the
filter bank
Discussion of study results and methods to improve (reduce)
harmonic distortion

Course 205 Harmonic Analysis & Application 2-Day Training

Course Dates and Locations July 18, 19; Warrendale, PA
October 24, 25; Warrendale, PA

Course Hours 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Wednesday and Thursday

Course Fees $775 for 205 Harmonic Starting Analysis & Application 2-Day. Does not include hotel or travel costs
$1495 for 204 and 205, 4-Day. Does not include hotel or travel costs

Registration Fees Include All course materials, Continental breakfast each day from 7 to 7:30 AM, Lunch and refreshments during
breaks, and an IEEE IACET Certificate of Completion.

Training Equipment Students are responsible for bringing their own laptop computers. SKM will provide a training course package
with the latest version of the PTW software two weeks prior to the class for installation with a software key.

Phone: 1-800-232-6789 Fax: 310-698-4708 Email: sales@skm.com www.skm.com

 SKM Power*Tools® For Windows Software Training Course

206 DC Systems Analysis & Application 1-Day Training

Objectives
Review of direct current system analysis topics, including battery
sizing, load flow, and short-circuit analysis
Analysis of sample DC electrical distribution systems using the
PTW software
Discussion of the unique characteristics of DC equipment and systems
Discussion of component sizing, including battery and battery
charger sizing
Review of lead-acid and Nickel-cadmium battery characteristics
Discussion of the importance of load flow analysis in the design of
DC systems
Discussion of short-circuit and coordination analysis results
Discussion of compliance with various standards
Prerequisites
Basic computer skills
A working knowledge of SKM PTW Software is highly desirable,
but not required
Students are urged to review:
IEEE Brown Book Std 399 - 1997, Chapter 16
IEEE 485-1997, “IEEE Recommended Practice for Sizing
Lead-Acid Batteries for Stationary Applications”
IEEE 946-2004, “IEEE Recommended Practice for the Design of
Safety-Related DC Auxiliary Power Systems for Nuclear Power
Generating Stations”
IEEE 1115-2000, “IEEE Recommended Practice for Sizing
Nickel-Cadmium Batteries for Stationary Applications”
IEEE 1184-1994, “IEEE Guide for the Selection/Sizing of
Batteries for Uninterruptible Power Systems”
IEEE 1375-1998, “IEEE Guide for the Protection of
Stationary Batteries”
IEC Std 61660 Part 1, “Short Circuit Currents in D.C. Auxiliary
Installations In Power Plants and Substations, Part 1: Calculation
of Short-Circuit Currents”
Target Audience
This course is intended for electric power engineers responsible for the
design and analysis of direct current electrical power distribution systems.
A basic understanding of electrical distribution system analysis is required.
Typical Stationary Battery Supplied Power System Example
Review of distribution system analysis topics including battery sizing,
battery charger sizing, time dependent load flow, and short-circuit analysis
Discussion of component characteristics and sources of data
Discussion of compliance with various standards
Discussion of considerations when selecting battery type
Examination and interpretation of PTW study results and potential
problem areas in a DC power system
Discussion of methods and procedures on completing a typical study
Typical Generator and Rectifier Supplied Power System Example
Discussion of equipment characteristics and sources of data
Review of distribution system analysis topics including load flow, and
short-circuit analysis
Examination and interpretation of PTW study results
Typical Lead-Acid and Nickel-Cadmium Battery Characteristic Examples
Review and interpretation of manufacturer's battery characteristic data
Entry of characteristic data into PTW Library
Hands-On Lab - Analysis of Example Battery Supplied Distribution
System in PTW
Examples of equipment data
Alternatives in battery sizing and load flow analysis
ANSI and IEC methods for short circuit analysis
Interpretation of PTW equipment evaluation results
Hands-On Lab - Generator and Rectifier Supplied DC Distribution
System in PTW
Examples of equipment data
Options for load flow and short circuit studies
Considerations applicable to large DC motors and generators
Interpretation of PTW equipment evaluation results

Course Description
This course involves the application of the Power*Tools program to analyze
example DC electrical distribution systems. Battery sizing, load-flow, and
short-circuit studies will be reviewed and then performed using the
software. Students will earn 1 CEU for this 1-day course.

Course 206 DC Systems Analysis & Application 1-Day Training

Course Dates and Locations April 6; Atlanta, GA
August 24; Orlando, FL

Course Hours 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Friday

Course Fees $395 for 206 DC Systems & Analysis Application 1-Day. Does not include hotel or travel costs.
$1850 for 201, 202, & 206, 5-Day. Does not include hotel or travel costs.

Registration Fees Include All course materials, Continental breakfast each day from 7 to 7:30 AM, Lunch and refreshments during
breaks, and an IEEE IACET Certificate of Completion.

Training Equipment Students are responsible for bringing their own laptop computers. SKM will provide a training course package
with the latest version of the PTW software two weeks prior to the class for installation with a software key.

Phone: 1-800-232-6789 Fax: 310-698-4708 Email: sales@skm.com www.skm.com

2007 SKM Power*Tools Training Course Calendar SKM Power*Tools® For Windows Software Training Course

Course # Course Name Cost January February March April May June July August September October November
5, 6, 7 14, 15, 16 6, 7, 8 12, 13, 14
101 PTW Software Standard 3-Day Training $975 Torrance, CA Torrance, CA Torrance, CA Torrance, CA

8, 9 17, 18 9, 10 15, 16
102 PTW Software Advanced 2-Day Training $775 Torrance, CA Torrance, CA Torrance, CA Torrance, CA

PTW Software Standard & Advanced 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 14, 15, 16, 17, 18 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 12, 13, 14, 15, 16
101 & 102 5-Day Combo $1655 Torrance, CA Torrance, CA Torrance, CA Torrance, CA

2, 3 11, 12 10, 11
Atlanta, GA 21, 22 Denver, CO Calgary, Canada 15, 16
29, 30 19, 20 5, 6 20, 21
201 PTW Software Hands-On 2-Day Training $775 Honolulu, HI Miami, FL Houston, TX Philadelphia, PA Orlando, FL St. Louis, MO
23, 24 25, 26 24, 25
Edmonton, Canada Toronto, Canada Houston, TX
4, 5 13, 14
Atlanta, GA Denver, CO
202 Power Systems Application 2-Day Training $775 21, 22 22, 23 26, 27 17, 18
Miami, FL 25, 26 27, 28 Orlando, FL Houston, TX St. Louis, MO
Edmonton, Canada Toronto, Canada
2, 3, 4, 5 11, 12, 13, 14
PTW Software Hands-On & 19, 20, 21, 22 Atlanta, GA Denver, CO 20, 21, 22, 23 15, 16, 17, 18
201 & 202 $1455 24, 25, 26, 27
Power Systems Application Miami, FL Orlando, FL Houston, TX St. Louis, MO
4-Day Combo 23, 24, 25, 26 25, 26, 27, 28
Edmonton, Canada Toronto, Canada

Power Systems Application: 31, Feb. 1 7, 8 23, 24 12, 13

203 Protection and Coordination 2-Day Training $775 Honolulu, HI Houston, TX Philadelphia, PA Calgary, Canada

PTW Software Hands-On & Power Systems

Application: Protection and Coordination 29, 30, 31, Feb. 1 5, 6, 7, 8 21, 22, 23, 24 10, 11, 12, 13
201 & 203 $1455 Honolulu, HI Houston, TX Philadelphia, PA Calgary, Canada
4-Day Combo

Motor Starting Analysis & Application 16, 17 22, 23

204 $775 Warrendale, PA Warrendale, PA
with PTW Software 2-Day Training

Harmonic Analysis & Application 18, 19 24, 25

205 with PTW Software 2-Day Training $775 Warrendale, PA Warrendale, PA

Motor Starting Analysis and Application 16, 17, 18, 19 22, 23, 24, 25
204 & 205 & Harmonic Analysis & Application with PTW $1495 Warrendale, PA Warrendale, PA
Software 4-Day Combo

DC Systems Analysis and Application 6 24

206 1-Day Training $395 Atlanta, GA Orlando, FL

PTW Software Hands-On, Power Systems 2, 3, 4, 5, 6

201, 202 Application, DC Systems Analysis $1850 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
& 206 and Application 5-Day Combo Atlanta, GA Orlando, FL

Registration Policy Cancellation Policy SKM PTW Tutorial Video CD

Reservations for hotel accommodations and transportation are the
responsibility of the attendee. To register for a course, complete and fax the
registration form in this brochure to 310-698-4708. To sign up via our
website, please go to http://www.skm.com/training.shtml. Click the course
you wish to attend, and then complete and submit the registration form
on-line. A confirmation of your registration will be forwarded to you, along
with hotel information. We reserve the right to cancel the course and refund
the fees if advanced registration requirements are not met.
The fees for cancelling any training course are as follows:
21 or more days before class, no cancellation fee
2 - 20 days before class, a $300 cancellation fee
Less than 2 days before class, no refund
All students will be provided with a FREE Power*Tools for
Windows Tutorial video CD (a $700 value) covering the
PTW software interface, DAPPER, CAPTOR, Arc Flash,
Equipment Evaluation, TMS, HI_WAVE, I*SIM,
DC Systems Analysis and more!

1040 Manhattan Beach Blvd. Manhattan Beach, California 90266 Phone: 1-800-232-6789 Fax: 310-698-4708 Email: sales@skm.com www.skm.com
 SKM Power*Tools® For Windows Software Training Course

2007 SKM Power*Tools Training Course Registration Form

Registration Policy Cancellation Policy
Reservations for hotel accommodations and transportation are the The fees for cancelling any training course are as follows:
responsibility of the attendee. To register for a course, complete and fax the 21 or more days before class, no cancellation fee
registration form to 310-698-4708. To sign up via our website, please go to 2 - 20 days before class, a $300 cancellation fee
http://www.skm.com/training.shtml. Click the course you wish to attend,
Less than 2 days before class, no refund
and then complete and submit the registration form on-line. A confirmation
of your registration will be forwarded to you, along with hotel information.
We reserve the right to cancel the course and refund the fees if advanced
registration requirements are not met.

Contact Information
Name ___________________________________________________ Address 1 ________________________________________________

Company Name ___________________________________________ Address 2 ________________________________________________

Your Title ________________________________________________ City _____________________________________________________

Phone Number ___________________________________________ State/Prov _______________________________________________

Fax Number ______________________________________________ Country _________________________________________________

Email address ____________________________________________ Postal Code ______________________________________________

Course Information PTW Software Experience

Course # ________________________________________________ Please select your PTW Software experience:

Course Title ______________________________________________ New User Novice

Course Date and Location __________________________________ Intermediate Advanced

Course # ________________________________________________

Course Title ______________________________________________

Course Date and Location __________________________________

Method of Payment Purchase Order

Credit Card Check Purchase Order P.O. Number _____________________________________________

Card Type Master Card Visa

Card Number ________________________________________________

Expiration Date ______________________________________________

Verification Code _____________________________________________

(It is the last 3 digits AFTER the credit card number in the signature area of the card)

Name on Card _______________________________________________ SKM Systems Analysis, Inc.

P.O. Box 3376
Authorized Signature _________________________________________
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

The IEEE is an Authorized Provider of Continuing Education and Training through The International Association for
Continuing Education and Training (IACET). IACET CEU Provider #1255

Phone: 1-800-232-6789 Fax: 310-698-4708 Email: sales@skm.com www.skm.com