Print this page An Introduction to Utilidors, Power Distribution and Communication Systems in Cold Regions
J. Paul Guyer, P.E., R.A., Fellow ASCE, Fellow AEI
Course Outline
1. Utilidors
2. Electric Power Distribution and Communication Systems
This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.
Learning Objective
At the conclusion of this course the student will:
- Learn about pile supported and in-ground utilidors;
- Learn how hot water and steam lines in utilidors affect other utility lines and cables;
- Learn about cross-connection control when sewage lines are contained in utilidors;
- Learn how to provide an effective electrical grounding system in permafrost conditions;
- Learn how to design aerial power and communication cable towers in permafrost conditions;
- Learn about remedial measures to protect aerial cables against ice buildup; and
- Learn how to prevent bonding between frozen soil and aerial power and communication cable poles.
Intended Audience
This course is intended for civil, environmental, mechanical and electrical engineers and other design and construction professionals wanting to learn about utility distribution systems, facilities and equipment in arctic and subarctic regions.
Benefit for Attendee
This course will give engineers and other design and construction professionals an introduction to the special considerations that must be addressed in design and construction of utility distribution systems in arctic and subarctic regions.
Course Introduction
This course provides introductory information about special design considerations, equipment, materials and construction methods for mechanical and electrical utility systems in cold regions.
About Course Author
Paul Guyer is a registered mechanical engineer, civil engineer, fire protection engineer and architect with over 35 years experience in the design of buildings and related infrastructure. For an additional 9 years he was a senior-level advisor to the California Legislature on infrastructure and capital outlay issues. He has designed and supervised the design of hundreds of construction projects requiring the preparation of detailed working drawings and specifications for federal, state and local public agencies and private companies. He is a graduate of Stanford University and has held numerous national, state and local positions with the American Society of Civil Engineers and National Society of Professional Engineers.
Course Content
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An Introduction to Utilidors, Power Distribution and Communication Systems in Cold Regions
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Course Summary
This course will give you professional tools that will help you to understand how to address special design and construction considerations for distribution of water, wastewater, heating, power and communication utilities in arctic and subarctic regions.
Quiz
Once you finish studying the above course content, you need to take a quiz to obtain the PDH credits.
DISCLAIMER: The materials contained in the online course are not intended as a representation or warranty on the part of PDH Center or any other person/organization named herein. The materials are for general information only. They are not a substitute for competent professional advice. Application of this information to a specific project should be reviewed by a registered architect and/or professional engineer/surveyor. Anyone making use of the information set forth herein does so at their own risk and assumes any and all resulting liability arising therefrom.
