Date:
May 12-13, 2027
Time:
9am – 5pm
Location:
To be announced
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Earn 15 PDHs/1.5 CEUs
Designed for utility and industrial battery professionals, this course provides practical instruction on IEEE-recommended maintenance practices for Lead-Acid and Nickel-Cadmium battery systems. Attendees will learn how these established maintenance procedures support battery reliability, system performance, and documentation requirements while also addressing the practices associated with NERC PRC-005-6 and TPL-001-5 compliance.
Registration fee includes course, beverages, snacks, and lunch during training. Join us after training the first day for dinner, entertainment and networking – on Eagle Eye Power Solutions!
Register NowSubjects Covered:
Day 1
- Introduction to Lead-Acid and Nickel-Cadmium Batteries
- Battery Backed DC Power Systems
- Battery Failure Mechanisms
- DC Power System Maintenance
- Battery Charging & Discharge Testing
Day 2
- What Are FERC and NERC?
- IEEE Recommendations vs. NERC Requirements
- NERC Standard PRC-005-6
- Making Sense of the Collected Data
- NERC Standard TPL-001-5 Compliance
Trusted Instructors in DC Power & Compliance
Our instructors are seasoned experts with decades of collective experience across the battery and critical DC power industry, specializing in safety, utility, telecom, and data center applications. Renowned for their deep knowledge in NERC PRC-005 compliance, IEEE battery testing, and DC power systems, they bring extensive practical expertise from diverse roles in engineering, field service, and technical training. As trusted consultants and industry leaders, they are committed to delivering exceptional education, equipping students with best practices and real-world insights to master battery maintenance and compliance.
Rod Padilla
EEU Technical Advisor / Instructor
Expertise: Telecommunications Power Systems | DC Power & Battery Systems | Standby Generator & ATS Systems | Safety & Compliance
Years of Experience: 35+
Background: Telecommunications industry professional with extensive hands-on experience in the installation, maintenance, operations, and testing of critical power infrastructure
Training Focus: DC Power Systems, Standby Battery Systems, Automatic Transfer Switches, Engine-Generator Maintenance, Telecommunications Power Safety, and Voltage Drop/Distribution Systems
Rod Padilla is the owner, founder, and chief instructor for Ground Rod LLC, supporting the installation, maintenance, operations, and testing of telecommunications equipment along with the replacement of engines, Automatic Transfer Switches, standby stationary battery systems, DC power boards, distribution, and voltage drop loads. As a trainer, he brings 35-plus years of experience in the telecommunications industry, primarily focused on power systems and safety.
Frequently Asked Questions About Dallas, TX Utility DC Power Training
Who should attend this utility battery training course?
Utility maintenance teams, compliance personnel, engineers, field technicians, and anyone responsible for stationary battery systems or DC power system reliability.
Is this course focused on hands-on maintenance or compliance?
Both. The course covers battery fundamentals, maintenance, testing, collected data, and NERC compliance topics.
Does this course cover NERC PRC-005-6?
Yes. The course includes instruction on PRC-005-6 compliant maintenance practices and related battery maintenance requirements.
Why is PRC-005 battery maintenance training important for utility teams?
PRC-005 battery maintenance training helps utility teams understand how battery inspection, testing, documentation, and maintenance activities support NERC compliance and system reliability. For teams responsible for station DC systems, training reduces the risk of missed maintenance intervals, incomplete records, inconsistent testing practices, and preventable compliance findings. It also helps technicians and compliance personnel better understand how battery condition affects protection systems, control systems, communications, and other critical substation equipment.
How does battery maintenance support DC power system reliability?
Battery maintenance supports DC power system reliability by helping identify weak cells, connection issues, capacity loss, charging problems, corrosion, and other conditions before they become failures. In utility environments, station batteries must be ready to support critical DC loads during outages, faults, switching events, or loss of AC supply. Consistent maintenance and testing give teams confidence that the DC system can perform when needed, while also providing the data required to make informed repair, replacement, and compliance decisions.
What battery types are covered?
The course covers Lead-Acid and Nickel-Cadmium batteries used in stationary and utility DC power applications.
Does this training include PDHs or CEUs?
Yes. The course offers 15 PDHs / 1.5 CEUs.