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Generator Alternators 101

Course Description

This is a mostly in lab experience with live hands-on equipment in order to give students real world experience in an environment they can practice.  This will be catered towards inexperienced / entry level students who have no alternator experience at all.

This will be specific to machines rated for less than 600 volts AC (low voltage).  This course is also not brand specific – students will be working on Kohler, Cummins, Generac, Olympian, etc.  The goal here will be to bring entry level techs up to speed when it comes to working around various size generators safely, and methodically.  We’ll focus on identifying the different designs and components, and how the voltage regulation system interacts with the generator.

Generator Alternator Class

Schedule Details

2023 Course Sessions Available 

  • June 12-13, 2023
  • September 11-12, 2023
  • December 11-12, 2023

Choose one date range. Registration link is at the bottom of the page.

Details

  • This is a 16-hour course spanning over two days, with 8-hours per day.
  • This class is taught in English and is limited to 10 students.

We Provide a Hands-on Learning Experience

Learning Outcomes

After completion of this class, students will be able to:

  • Understand the basics of electrical power generation.
  • Understand basic electrical calculations used with gensets.
  • Identify operational defects in generators and be able to perform basic troubleshooting.
  • Monitor field voltage to identify potential problems.
  • Monitor electrical systems using building load or load banks.
Generator Alternators 201 Class
Student Minimum Qualifications to Attend
  • Basic understanding of how to use a digital multi-meter (DVOM)
  • Moderate understanding of genset operation including starting / stopping, automatic operation.
  • Basic understanding of electrical schematics.
  • Basic understanding of electrical calculations.
  • Basic understanding of how to use a computer.
Minimum Required Equipment & Safety Gear
  • Steel toe or composite toe, electrical rated work boots.
  • ANSI approved safety glasses.
  • ANSI approved cut resistant gloves
  • Appropriate work attire for a shop environment
  • Appropriate hearing protection for operation of generators indoors.
  • Notebook and pen / pencil or laptop for notetaking. (Laptops are preferred)
Registration Fees

$960 per student (a la carte)

Call for Details: Discounted Rate available if student registers for all 10 modules / 6 week beginner program, 603-363-4842.

All registration fees are to be paid in full prior to the first day of class.

Please send checks payable to Mongoose Power Solutions c/o OPA! to PO Box 13, Spofford, NH 03462

Travel and Accommodations

Hotel Reservations are not included with registration and are the responsibility of the attendee/employer to arrange. 

Click here for our hotel and travel recommendations.

Jamie Claudeo

Course Instructor & Director of Education, On Site Power Academy

Jamie Claudeo Jr. started turning wrenches under his fathers watchful eye when he was just 10 years old climbing in and out of large commercial boilers.  By end of high school he was attending vocational school for electrical trades and before graduating succeeded in taking first place at the state level SkillsUSA competition.  Having a love for engines and machinery, he eventually moved into working on large trucks for Peterbilt after attending Universal Technical Institute in Pennsylvania and Arizona.  After Hurricane Sandy decimated the northeast in 2012 he eventually made his way into Power generation, working for a small company out of NJ.  His strong understanding of both electrical and engines allowed him to move up quickly – taking on large projects, and hard to troubleshoot problems across several states until eventually choosing to start his own business in 2022.

During his free time, Jamie enjoys traveling the world, dark beer, hiking, rock climbing, running and tinkering with old machinery.  On more quiet relaxed evenings you can find him curled up on a giant bean bag chair enjoying a good video game.

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