Computerized Transmission Line Design PLS-CADD Hands-On Training
See upcoming datesCourse Overview
This computer lab course includes background theory and hands-on computer modeling. Lectures will present the basic concepts, and computer exercises will illustrate them. Numerous case studies will provide a range of real-life examples.
Course topics include:
- Software system overview and terrain modeling
- Conductor design and modeling
- Structures modeling by allowable spans
- Interactive line design and generation of construction documents
- Modeling existing lines, assessment, and refurbishment
- Using details structure models for strength verification
This course will provide you with the training you need to be more proficient with computer software that will make you more effective on your job.
Who Should Attend?
- Transmission line design engineers
- Structural engineers
- Consulting engineers
- Design, drafting, and CAD technicians
- Surveyors
Additional Information
We recommend you bring your own laptop which must comply with the course laptop requirements. Computer rental is available for a $300 weekly fee. If you prefer to rent a computer, please indicate that choice when enrolling in the course.
Course Outline
Overview and Terrain Modeling
- PLS-CADD system overview
- Presentation of projects
- How to organize project files
- View commands, opening of windows, viewing of phases and sags
- Needed terrain data and surveying
- Prepare a terrain model
LiDAR Aerial Surveying
- How to use 3-dimensional survey data
- Building design models from LiDAR data
- Identifying clearance limits and potential for clearance upgrades
Conductor Design and Modeling
- Various conductor types
- Conductor properties: advantages and disadvantages
- Permanent deformation from overloading and creep
- Effects of high temperature on creep and strength reduction
- Conductor models in PLS-CADD
- Aeolian vibrations: how to limit
- Temperature vs. ampacity
- Line thermal rating
Design Criteria
- Weather data
- Wind and ice loads: gust response factors, etc.
- Conductor limits of use
- Conditions for automatic sagging
- Structure loads and safety factors
- Conditions for checking clearances
- PLS-CADD/LITE: simplified PLS-CADD module
Structures Modeling by Allowable Spans
- Available structure models - allowable spans method - full analysis method
- Material lists, parts lists
- Create and edit allowable span structures
Interactive Line Design
- Spot structures interactively
- String and sag conductors: demonstrate
- Check clearances: vertical, between phases, galloping, etc.
- Check overall design efficiency
Generate Construction Documents
- Plan-and-profile sheets, staking lists, stringing charts, offset clipping, etc.
Modeling of Poles and Frames by Analysis
- Overview of structure programs; PLS-POLE
- Create and edit wood, steel and concrete poles/frames
- Determining allowable spans of existing structure designs
Modeling Existing Lines, Assessment, and Refurbishing
- Modeling existing lines and structures
- Assessment, reconductoring, refurbishing, etc.
- Joint use issues and modeling
- Links to SAPS
Automatic Optimum Spotting
- Theory and examples
Checking Detailed Tower Models
- Brief overview of TOWER program capabilities
- Linkage between PLS-CADD and TOWER
- Checking and modifying older tower designs
Instructors
Jesse Kohler
Jesse Kohler, PE, Power Line Systems, has more than 12 years of experience in transmission line design ranging from voltages of 69kV through 345kV and using the PLS software suite. Jesse is a registered Professional Engineer and is an active member of the IEEE Power Energy Society. Jesse has been with Power Line Systems for more than 7 years providing technical support to PLS users in over 130 different countries around the world. In addition to technical support he also performs software testing, participates in the development of new software features, and assists in PLS-CADD training courses. He has an extreme in-depth knowledge of the software’s functionality and implementation.
Upcoming dates (1)
Dec. 6-10, 2021
Computerized Transmission Line Design PLS-CADD Hands-On Training
Location: Lake Buena Vista, FL
Course #: RA00069-U407
Fee: $2,195
Fee
- $2,195
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Fee covers morning and afternoon breaks, scheduled lunches, and course materials
Credit(s)
- CEU: 3.2
- PDH: 32
Schedule
Registration: 7:30 AM
Days 1-4 Instruction: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Day 5 Instruction: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Course Notes
Participants will bring their own laptop computer to this course. Computer rental is available for a $300 weekly fee. If you prefer to rent a computer, please indicate that choice when enrolling in the course.
Computer Hardware Requirements
If you are already a PLS-CADD user, please bring a laptop on which you have previously run the PLS-CADD software. Your laptop must have a 64-bit processor, Microsoft Windows 7, 8, or 10 installed, at least 200 MB of available disk space, and an available USB port for loading class training data. An external two-button mouse is also strongly recommended.
If you have previously installed the PLS software on your computer and wish to use it in class, you must be running the latest version and you must bring your hardware key dongle if you have one. If you have already transitioned to the new cloud-based licensing (CBL), you do not need a hardware key, just an internet browser to connect via free Wi-Fi in the classroom.
If you have not previously installed PLS software on your computer, or if you wish to use the loaner training software we offer with the course, you must have an available USB port and administrative rights on your computer so that the training software can be installed.
Additional computer hardware and software information will be emailed to you several weeks before the course starts.
Instructor(s)
Jesse KohlerLocations
1805 Hotel Plaza Blvd
Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
Cancellation Policy
If you cannot attend, please notify us by no later than one week before your course begins, and we will refund your fee. Because this course has limited enrollment, cancellation received after this date and no-shows are subject to the full course fee. You may enroll a substitute at any time before the course starts.
Computerized Transmission Line Design
Course #: RA00069Computerized Transmission Line Design
Date: Mon. February 24, 2020 – Fri. February 28, 2020ID: RA00069-T880
Fee:
- $2,195
-
Fee covers morning and afternoon breaks, scheduled lunches, and course materials
- CEU: 3.2
- PDH: 32
1805 Hotel Plaza Blvd
Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
Computerized Transmission Line Design
Date: Mon. December 09, 2019 – Fri. December 13, 2019ID: RA00069-T905
Fee:
- $2,195
-
Fee covers morning and afternoon breaks, scheduled lunches, and course materials
- CEU: 3.2
- PDH: 32
1805 Hotel Plaza Blvd
Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830