345-01 - NERC Overview and Application for Generator Operators
Learning objectives
- Identify the purpose of NERC and the role of a GOP
- Identify BAL standards applicable to the GOP
- Identify COM standards applicable to the GOP
- Identify CIP standards applicable to the GOP
- Identify EOP standards applicable to the GOP
- Identify IRO standards applicable to the GOP
- Identify PRC standards applicable to the GOP
- Identify TOP standards applicable to the GOP
- Identify VAR standards applicable to the GOP
Course overview
NERC is the only Electrical Reliability Organization in the U.S. authorized by FERC to oversee reliability operations of the national power grid. Not all power generation, transmission, and distribution facilities report to NERC but those who do must follow strict guidelines to ensure they are contributing to the stability of the bulk power system. The NERC Overview and Application for Generator Operators training course focuses on the roles and responsibilities of Generator Operators. It identifies the requirements and standards associated with NERC accountable non-system operator Generator Operators. This course is part of the Introduction to NERC training series.
The individuals involved in the development and promotion of this course do not receive any compensation or financial benefits outside of their regular employment for their work on this course.
