Training Information

Taking Care of Business: Your Local Electrical Distribution System

Registration Deadline is April 13, 2026

 April 28th-29th, 9:00am - 4:00pm

COURSE DESCRIPTION

In partnership with the American Public Power Association (APPA), we are excited to offer Taking Care of Business: Your Local Electrical Distribution System— a two-day course designed to give participants a foundational understanding of the systems that keep their communities powered.

This course offers a clear, introductory overview of the electric distribution system. Over two days, you’ll learn the major functions and structure of the system, how electricity moves from generation to customers, and how the key pieces of the distribution network work together to deliver reliable service. Whether you’re supporting operations, interacting with customers, managing projects, or looking to strengthen your understanding of utility operations, this course will help you connect the dots and speak confidently about how your system works.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

Valuable to a wide audience, this course is ideal for utility professionals who want a better understanding of how the distribution system works—no engineering background needed. 
o    Staff who are new to the industry
o    Employees who support or interact with operations
o    Supervisors and Emerging Leaders across all departments
o    Town/City Managers and other municipal leaders
o    Electric Managers, Crew Leaders, and field support personnel
o    City Officials & Policymakers
o    Professionals who need a refresher on distribution system fundamentals

This course is not a technical deep dive, but a practical overview of the distribution system and how all the pieces come together. It provides a valuable foundation for anyone who supports or interacts with utility operations.
 

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN?

Gain a clear understanding of the essential functions, components, and decision-marking
behind today’s electric distribution systems, including:
o    Anatomy of a Distribution System
o    Overview of Energy Sources
o    Regulatory & Policy Framework
o    Key Design Principles
o    Design Considerations & Tradeoffs
o    Basic Fault Types & Restoration Methods
o    Reliability & Resilience
o    Forecasting and Demand Management Basics
 

PRICE:

• Members: $799
• Associate Members: $949
• Not available to non-members at this time

CANCELLATION POLICY: If a course is cancelled by ElectriCities, all registrants will be notified with a full registration fee refund. Cancelations after the registration deadline - April 13, 2026 - will not be eligible for refund.