Electrical Metering Lab B

TVPPA`s Meter Lab B Starts with a short review of the basic concepts of electricity. Those concepts play an essential role in understanding our electrical system and how to meter it. We also do a quick refresher of common math used in metering. In the Meter Lab B, some of the math focuses on CT sizing and an introduction to vector addition. All of the math is covered with handouts and worksheets to aid in understanding and retention. High bill investigations and techniques are cover as needed depending on the participants. Other items covered in B lab include load estimation, common electrical equipment, usage costs, etc. Meter lab B is designed to quickly cover many of the concepts introduced in Lab A and transition into more complex metering situations. Ample time will be spent exploring meter forms and uses. During this portion of the Lab, we will also discuss common mistakes of metering and demonstrate some of them during one of several hands-on activities. We will demonstrate and discuss meter installation safety and voltage checks to promote safe work practices in metering. Advanced meter testing and troubleshooting is a large part of Meter Lab B. During the testing and trouble-shooting portion of this lab we will look at some of the more confusing vector diagrams. Meter site inspections and procedures are also an important part of the lab as they go hand in hand with testing and safety. TVPPA’s meter lab B is not a sit and listen lab. Various hands-on activities, worksheets, and group activities break up the week`s lecture portions and help to re-enforce the presentation topics. We recommend attendance of Meter Lab A prior to attending this Lab to maximize the learning potential of the program. The topics covered in depth in Lab A are the building block Lab B stands on.