RedVector RV-6674

Battery Applications

Battery Applications

3 hrs. Online Course

Level: Intermediate

Item#: RV-6674

SME: Lee Layton, P.E.

This 3-hour interactive online course is an overview of the most common chemical cell batteries in use today. It includes information about both primary and secondary battery types. Battery characteristics such as the chemical composition, electrical parameters, and physical construction are reviewed. Appropriate application issues are discussed for each battery type as well as the appropriate charging methods for rechargeable battery types.

The course includes a test at the end of each scenario to measure your understanding of the material.

Course Objectives

The objectives of this course are to gain an understanding of the characteristics of chemical cell batteries and to understand the application issues for some of the more popular battery types in use today. After taking this course, you will know:

  • The difference between primary and secondary batteries
  • The specific characteristics of several types of primary and secondary batteries
  • The various methods used to recharge batteries and the benefits of each charging system.
SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT: Lee Layton, P.E.
Lee Layton, P.E.  Photo
Mr. Layton holds a BS in electrical engineering from Auburn University and an MBA. He is a licensed professional engineer in Georgia and North Carolina. He has over 35 years experience in the electric utility industry. His area of expertise includes distribution design, planning, metering, system operations, and relaying.
Mr. Layton has taught numerous training courses for other utility professionals in the areas of metering, relaying, equipment application, and distribution line design and authored over 100 papers on utility operations.
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