NOTICE DATE:  April 23, 2009
NOTICE TYPE:  M-B042309-01 Education and Training
SHORT DESCRIPTION:  2010 ERCOT Black Start Training
INTENDED AUDIENCE:  TDSPs, Black Start and Next Start QSEs and Resources
DAYS AFFECTED:  Two-day training sessions are tentatively scheduled January 11, 2010, through February 18, 2010
LONG DESCRIPTION:  ERCOT is in the process of planning the "2010 ERCOT Black Start Training."  The tentatively scheduled two-day classes will be held at the ERCOT facility in Taylor, Texas.
The first day of the two-day session will consist of Black Start theory and associated problems that could be encountered during the restoration process.  The second day will consist of an eight hour simulation blackout and restoration using the ERCOT simulator.  16 hours of CEH credit will be given for completion of the two-day training session.  Partial credit is not available.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:  Proposed dates for the Black Start Class sessions are shown in the attached January through February 2010 calendar.  ERCOT will administer a survey in the coming weeks to TDSPs and Black Start/Next Start QSEs and Resources, to gauge specific training needs of all participants.
CONTACT:  For questions regarding Black Start Training, please contact Kelly Blackmer at [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> or (512) 248-4101.
If you have any questions, please contact your ERCOT Account Manager. You may also call the general ERCOT Client Services phone number at (512) 248-3900 or contact ERCOT Client Services via e-mail at [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>.
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