Fundamentals of Power

• Identify basic electricity concepts • Describe electrical power and its generation • Differentiate between various power usages in a data center • Define power factor • Recognize the importance of electrical safety measures in a data center, and • Identify potential problem areas in the data center
Before you can understand the power needs of the Data Center, you must first understand the basic concepts and terms related to power measurement, electric power forms, and its generation. This elementary level course explains these power elements and some of today's power problems. Course Credits: This course has been approved by Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) for one (1) PDH This course is recognized for continuing education credit from IFMA for CFM/FMP Maintenance Points. This course has been approved by the IL Society for Professional Engineers (ISPE) for one (1) PDH

• Identify basic electricity concepts • Describe electrical power and its generation • Differentiate between various power usages in a data center • Define power factor • Recognize the importance of electrical safety measures in a data center, and...