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electrical transmission system operator

Electrical transmission system operators transport energy in the form of electrical power.

Description

Electrical transmission system operators transport energy in the form of electrical power. They transmit electrical power from generation plants over an interconnected network, an electrical grid, to electricity distribution stations.

Theoretical Knowledge

ESSENTIALTheoretical knowledge required

electricity electrical power safety regulations electric current transmission towers electricity market

OPTIONALAdjacent knowledge that strengthens fit

smart grids systems electricity consumption electrical discharge

Practical Skills

ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences

adapt energy distribution schedules respond to electrical power contingencies ensure compliance with electricity distribution schedule manage electricity transmission system coordinate electricity generation ensure safety in electrical power operations test procedures in electricity transmission develop strategies for electricity contingencies

OPTIONALOptional competences

inspect underground power cables read electricity meter inspect overhead power lines wear appropriate protective gear analyse energy market trends supervise electricity distribution operations ensure equipment maintenance assess areas for power line installation advise on safety improvements develop electricity distribution schedule oversee power equipment operation ensure compliance with environmental legislation resolve equipment malfunctions monitor automated machines perform minor repairs to equipment

Data Source: Unified Global Standards (ISCED, ISCO, O*NET, ESCO)