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EEET 3450 - High Voltage Power Circuit Breakers

Credits: 2 Lecture: 2 Lab: 0

This course introduces the fundamentals of high voltage power circuit breakers used in the electrical utility industry with emphasis on function and criticality. Topics include understanding the various designs and interrupting mediums, how circuit breakers interrupt fault currents, Sulfur Hexafluoride gas SF6, breaker timing, commissioning including power factor testing and maintenance. Upon completion, students should be able to identify various types of circuit breakers, interpret nameplate information, and perform various tests on these devices.

Prerequisite: EEET 2510 , EEET 3000  and EEET 3250  

Course Classification: T


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