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Participants perform preliminary system sizing for mechanical and electrical power generation of 50-watt to 100-kilowatt capacities. This training combines class lectures with site tours and lab exercises. Hands-on exercises include: methods of flow measurement, determining head, analyzing and assembling small functioning systems. The class is taught by two highly experienced Micro-hydro installers/instructors. Topics Include: • Learn safety procedures working with electricity • Understand fundamental water hydraulics and hydrostatic pressures. Understand the difference between static and dynamic heads. • Understand the various components of hydroelectric systems • Identify the two major hydro turbine groups (reaction and impulse turbines) • Learn the differences between AC and DC Systems • Develop site analysis skills for measuring water flow and elevation difference (head) • Review 6 different plan examples of hydroelectric system designs • Learn battery design and energy storage techniques • Understand controls for balancing energy production with energy loads • Summarize troubleshooting procedures and resources • Develop maintenance requirements both short and long term • Learn integration techniques for hybrid solar, wind and hydroelectric systems • Review 4 case studies using different turbine types • Learn legal requirements for hydroelectric systems including FERC permits, water rights and stream alteration.

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