What will you in Data Center Essentials: Power & Electrical Course
- Understand data center power infrastructure: UPS systems, PDUs, and backup generators
- Interpret single- and three-phase electrical distribution, voltage, current, and power factor
- Design and size power chains for redundancy (N, N+1, 2N) and efficiency
- Implement grounding, bonding, and safety protocols to reduce electrical hazards
- Monitor and troubleshoot electrical systems using meters, SCADA, and trending tools
Program Overview
Module 1: Introduction to Data Center Power
⏳ 30 minutes
Overview of data center tiers, SLAs, and the role of reliable power
Key terminology: UPS, PDU, ATS, switchgear
Module 2: Electrical Fundamentals
⏳ 45 minutes
Single-phase vs. three-phase power, voltage, current, and power factor concepts
Real, reactive, and apparent power (kW/kVAR/kVA)
Module 3: UPS Systems & Battery Backups
⏳ 1 hour
Types of UPS (offline, line-interactive, double-conversion) and battery technologies
Sizing, runtime calculations, and maintenance best practices
Module 4: Power Distribution & Redundancy
⏳ 1 hour
Data center power chain architecture: utility feed, switchgear, transformers, PDUs
Redundancy topologies: N, N+1, 2N, and concurrent maintainability
Module 5: Generators & Transfer Switches
⏳ 45 minutes
Diesel generator selection, sizing, and fuel management
Automatic transfer switch (ATS) operation and testing
Module 6: Grounding, Bonding & Safety
⏳ 45 minutes
Grounding methods (TN-S, TT, IT systems) and bonding requirements
Electrical safety: arc flash analysis, PPE, lockout/tagout procedures
Module 7: Monitoring & Control Systems
⏳ 30 minutes
Using DCIM, SCADA, and power meters for real-time monitoring
Trend analysis, alarms, and preventive maintenance planning
Module 8: Troubleshooting & Best Practices
⏳ 30 minutes
Common failure modes, fault finding, and root-cause analysis
Energy-efficiency strategies: PUE optimization and load balancing
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Job Outlook
Power and electrical expertise is critical for Data Center Engineer, Facilities Manager, and Electrical Technician roles
High demand in cloud providers, colocation facilities, and enterprise data centers
Opportunities in commissioning, maintenance, and consulting for mission-critical infrastructure
Foundation for advanced specializations in network-critical cooling, renewable integration, and DCIM
Specification: Data Center Essentials: Power & Electrical
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