The mention of any service, product, or technology does not constitute an endorsement of same and Western, the Department of Energy, or the United States Government cannot be held responsible or liable for use thereof. From overviews of power operations to highly detailed training for technical personnel, the EPTC has something for everyone in your organization. Students apply classroom theory to real-world problems and situations. They use the center's simulators to test their problem-solving abilities. A miniature power system simulates a full-scale hydropower operation and 200 miles of transmission lines with one switchyard, two substations, and a dispatch center.
Simulators allow students to practice different strategies.
Making mistakes doesn't result in system chaos, allowing students to learn what does and doesn't work. They can test more than one potential solution and see how results differ. The center's instructors all have practical experience in the utility industry.