Computerized Transmission Line Design PLS-CADD Hands-On Training
Upcoming dates (2)
Fee
- $2,395
-
This course is offered in-person only
Fee covers morning and afternoon breaks, scheduled lunches, course materials.
ID
RA00069-D576
Credits
- CEU: 3.2
- PDH: 32
Schedule
Registration Date/Time:
12/9/2024 7:30am Eastern Time
Event Dates/Times:
- 12/9/2024 8:00am - 5:00pm Eastern Time
- 12/10/2024 8:00am - 5:00pm Eastern Time
- 12/11/2024 8:00am - 5:00pm Eastern Time
- 12/12/2024 8:00am - 5:00pm Eastern Time
- 12/13/2024 8:00am - 12:00pm Eastern Time
Course Notes
Laptop Requirement
Participants will bring their own laptop computers to this course. Computer rental is available for a $300 weekly fee. If you prefer to rent a computer, please indicate that choice when enrolling in the course.
Computer Hardware Requirements
If you are already a PLS-CADD user, please bring a laptop on which you have previously run the PLS-CADD software. Your laptop must have a 64-bit processor, Microsoft Windows 10 or 11 installed, at least 200 MB of available disk space, and an available USB port for loading class training data. An external two-button mouse is also strongly recommended.
If you have not previously installed PLS software on your computer you must have an available USB port and administrative rights on your computer so that the training software can be installed.
Approximately 2 to 3 weeks prior to the course, attendees will be contacted via email and provided with instructions on how to download, install, and test the training software which will be used for the course. Everyone will need to install the training software on their laptop computer to ensure use of the latest version and in order to access the various examples used during the course.
Temporary software licenses will be provided for all attendees. You do not need a hardware key, just an internet browser to connect via free Wi-Fi in the classroom.
Hotel Room Block
Use the reservation link on this page to access the hotel room block. The room block pricing is available first-come-first-served and will expire. Please book your room early.
Instructor
Tim Cashman, P.E.
Location
Holiday Inn Orlando Official Walt Disney World Hotel
1805 Hotel Plaza BlvdLake Buena Vista, FL 32830
Accommodations
Holiday Inn Orlando Official Walt Disney World Hotel
1805 Hotel Plaza BlvdLake Buena Vista, FL 32830
Room: rates start at $129
Group Code: UD4
Reserve by: Nov. 7, 2024
Accommodations include: There is a $39 resort fee added to all bookings. Review the resort fee amenities before completing your reservation. Parking is an additional $20-27 per day.
Topic:
Cancellation Policy
If you cannot attend, please notify us by no later than one week before your course begins, and we will refund your fee. Because this course has limited enrollment, cancellation received after this date and no-shows are subject to the full course fee. You may enroll a substitute at any time before the course starts.
Course Overview
This computer lab course includes background theory and hands-on computer modeling. Lectures will present the basic concepts, and computer exercises will illustrate them. Numerous case studies will provide a range of real-life examples.
Course topics include:
- Software system overview and terrain modeling
- Conductor design and modeling
- Structures modeling by allowable spans
- Interactive line design and generation of construction documents
- Modeling existing lines, assessment, and refurbishment
- Using details structure models for strength verification
This course will provide you with the training you need to be more proficient with computer software that will make you more effective on your job.
Who Should Attend?
- Transmission line design engineers
- Structural engineers
- Consulting engineers
- Design, drafting, and CAD technicians
- Surveyors
Course Outline
Overview and Terrain Modeling
- PLS-CADD system overview
- Presentation of projects
- How to organize project files
- View commands, opening of windows, viewing of phases and sags
- Needed terrain data and surveying
- Prepare a terrain model
LiDAR Aerial Surveying
- How to use 3-dimensional survey data
- Building design models from LiDAR data
- Identifying clearance limits and potential for clearance upgrades
Conductor Design and Modeling
- Various conductor types
- Conductor properties: advantages and disadvantages
- Permanent deformation from overloading and creep
- Effects of high temperature on creep and strength reduction
- Conductor models in PLS-CADD
- Aeolian vibrations: how to limit
- Temperature vs. ampacity
- Line thermal rating
Design Criteria
- Weather data
- Wind and ice loads: gust response factors, etc.
- Conductor limits of use
- Conditions for automatic sagging
- Structure loads and safety factors
- Conditions for checking clearances
- PLS-CADD/LITE: simplified PLS-CADD module
Structures Modeling by Allowable Spans
- Available structure models - allowable spans method - full analysis method
- Material lists, parts lists
- Create and edit allowable span structures
Interactive Line Design
- Spot structures interactively
- String and sag conductors: demonstrate
- Check clearances: vertical, between phases, galloping, etc.
- Check overall design efficiency
Generate Construction Documents
- Plan-and-profile sheets, staking lists, stringing charts, offset clipping, etc.
Modeling of Poles and Frames by Analysis
- Overview of structure programs; PLS-POLE
- Create and edit wood, steel and concrete poles/frames
- Determining allowable spans of existing structure designs
Modeling Existing Lines, Assessment, and Refurbishing
- Modeling existing lines and structures
- Assessment, reconductoring, refurbishing, etc.
- Joint use issues and modeling
- Links to SAPS
Automatic Optimum Spotting
- Theory and examples
Checking Detailed Tower Models
- Brief overview of TOWER program capabilities
- Linkage between PLS-CADD and TOWER
- Checking and modifying older tower designs
Instructor
Tim Cashman, P.E.
Tim Cashman, PE, is Director of Engineering Services for Power Line Systems (PLS) in Madison, WI. He has more than 35 years of experience in routing, design and constructions of overhead lines ranging from 69kV thru 500kV in his previous positions as a consulting engineer and in his current position at PLS. Tim has conducted training courses using PLS software for over 25 years and is involved with technical support, software testing and development of new features at PLS. He is a registered Professional Engineer and is an active member of ASCE 10 Latticed Steel Transmission Structures committee. Tim received a bachelor’s degree in civil and environmental engineering from the University of Wisconsin – Madison.
Computerized Transmission Line Design PLS-CADD Hands-On Training
Location: Lake Buena Vista, FL
Course #: RA00069-D576
Fee: $2,395
Fee
- $2,395
-
This course is offered in-person only
Fee covers morning and afternoon breaks, scheduled lunches, course materials.
Credits
- CEU: 3.2
- PDH: 32
Schedule
Registration Date/Time:
12/9/2024 7:30am Eastern Time
Event Dates/Times:
- 12/9/2024 8:00am - 5:00pm Eastern Time
- 12/10/2024 8:00am - 5:00pm Eastern Time
- 12/11/2024 8:00am - 5:00pm Eastern Time
- 12/12/2024 8:00am - 5:00pm Eastern Time
- 12/13/2024 8:00am - 12:00pm Eastern Time
Course Notes
Laptop Requirement
Participants will bring their own laptop computers to this course. Computer rental is available for a $300 weekly fee. If you prefer to rent a computer, please indicate that choice when enrolling in the course.
Computer Hardware Requirements
If you are already a PLS-CADD user, please bring a laptop on which you have previously run the PLS-CADD software. Your laptop must have a 64-bit processor, Microsoft Windows 10 or 11 installed, at least 200 MB of available disk space, and an available USB port for loading class training data. An external two-button mouse is also strongly recommended.
If you have not previously installed PLS software on your computer you must have an available USB port and administrative rights on your computer so that the training software can be installed.
Approximately 2 to 3 weeks prior to the course, attendees will be contacted via email and provided with instructions on how to download, install, and test the training software which will be used for the course. Everyone will need to install the training software on their laptop computer to ensure use of the latest version and in order to access the various examples used during the course.
Temporary software licenses will be provided for all attendees. You do not need a hardware key, just an internet browser to connect via free Wi-Fi in the classroom.
Hotel Room Block
Use the reservation link on this page to access the hotel room block. The room block pricing is available first-come-first-served and will expire. Please book your room early.
Instructor
Tim Cashman, P.E.
Location
Holiday Inn Orlando Official Walt Disney World Hotel
1805 Hotel Plaza BlvdLake Buena Vista, FL 32830
Accommodations
Holiday Inn Orlando Official Walt Disney World Hotel
1805 Hotel Plaza BlvdLake Buena Vista, FL 32830
Room: rates start at $129
Group Code: UD4
Reserve by: Nov. 7, 2024
Accommodations include: There is a $39 resort fee added to all bookings. Review the resort fee amenities before completing your reservation. Parking is an additional $20-27 per day.
Topic:
Cancellation Policy
If you cannot attend, please notify us by no later than one week before your course begins, and we will refund your fee. Because this course has limited enrollment, cancellation received after this date and no-shows are subject to the full course fee. You may enroll a substitute at any time before the course starts.
Computerized Transmission Line Design PLS-CADD Hands-On Training
Location: Lake Buena Vista, FL
Course #: RA00069-D621
Fee: $2,395
Fee
- $2,395
-
Fee covers morning and afternoon breaks, scheduled lunches, course materials.
Credits
- CEU: 3.2
- PDH: 32
Schedule
Registration Date/Time:
3/3/2025 7:30am Central Time
Event Dates/Times:
- 3/3/2025 8:00am - 5:00pm Central Time
- 3/4/2025 8:00am - 5:00pm Central Time
- 3/5/2025 8:00am - 5:00pm Central Time
- 3/6/2025 8:00am - 5:00pm Central Time
- 3/7/2025 8:00am - 12:00pm Central Time
Course Notes
Laptop Requirement
Participants will bring their own laptop computers to this course. Computer rental is available for a $300 weekly fee. If you prefer to rent a computer, please indicate that choice when enrolling in the course.
Computer Hardware Requirements
If you are already a PLS-CADD user, please bring a laptop on which you have previously run the PLS-CADD software. Your laptop must have a 64-bit processor, Microsoft Windows 10 or 11 installed, at least 200 MB of available disk space, and an available USB port for loading class training data. An external two-button mouse is also strongly recommended.
If you have not previously installed PLS software on your computer you must have an available USB port and administrative rights on your computer so that the training software can be installed.
Approximately 2 to 3 weeks prior to the course, attendees will be contacted via email and provided with instructions on how to download, install, and test the training software which will be used for the course. Everyone will need to install the training software on their laptop computer to ensure use of the latest version and in order to access the various examples used during the course.
Temporary software licenses will be provided for all attendees. You do not need a hardware key, just an internet browser to connect via free Wi-Fi in the classroom.
Hotel Room Block
Use the reservation link on this page to access the hotel room block. The room block pricing is available first-come-first-served and will expire. Please book your room early.
Instructor
Tim Cashman, P.E.
Location
Holiday Inn Orlando Official Walt Disney World Hotel
1805 Hotel Plaza BlvdLake Buena Vista, FL 32830
Accommodations
Holiday Inn Orlando Official Walt Disney World Hotel
1805 Hotel Plaza BlvdLake Buena Vista, FL 32830
Room: rates start at $188
Group Code: Use reservation link below for best rate
Reserve by: Feb. 2, 2025
Accommodations include: Find room and resort amenities through the link provided above. A $39 Resort Fee is added to final booking costs. You will receive a $18 credit per day at checkout. Parking is an additional $20-27 per day.
Topic:
Cancellation Policy
If you cannot attend, please notify us by no later than one week before your course begins, and we will refund your fee. Because this course has limited enrollment, cancellation received after this date and no-shows are subject to the full course fee. You may enroll a substitute at any time before the course starts.
Computerized Transmission Line Design
Course #: RA00069Computerized Transmission Line Design: PLS-CADD Hands-On Training
Date: Mon. February 27, 2023 – Fri. March 03, 2023ID: RA00069-C609
Fee:
- $2,395
- Fee covers morning and afternoon breaks, scheduled lunches, course materials.
- CEU: 3.2
- PDH: 32
1805 Hotel Plaza Blvd
Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830