| ETCP Certifiable News: Fall 2023 |
Academy of Production Technology Upcoming Training Sessions
November 14-16, 2023
Entertainment Electrics Training (Open to the public)
Upstaging, Sycamore (Chicago), IL
Three-day course covering portable power distribution and control systems for live event production including electrical safety, PPE, circuits, DC, single-phase AC, and 3-phase AC power calculations, codes and regulations, and best practices for
grounding and bonding, the use of GFCIs, DMX, RDM, Ethernet, Ethernet-based protocols like sACN and Art-Net, and wireless DMX.
This class covers most of the topics in the content outline of the Entertainment Electrician’s certification exam and the Portable Power Distribution Technician’s certification exam.
November 30, 2023
Setting Up, Testing, and Troubleshooting
Lighting Control Systems and Networks (Open to the public)
Lighting Control Systems and Networks (Open to the public)
LDI, Las Vegas NV
Setting up and testing a lighting control system used to be relatively simple, but it’s becoming increasingly complex, and networking plays an integral part. If you want to advance your career in this industry, then it’s a good idea to know how to set up, test, and troubleshoot lighting networks, including DMX, Ethernet, and Ethernet-based protocols like Art-Net and sACN, and how to use RDM to quickly configure and remotely monitor your equipment. This course covers all of those bases with an emphasis in hands-on activities and learning. Bring a laptop if you have one, or a smart phone or tablet if you don’t have a laptop for networking exercises.
December 1, 2023
Sustainable Power Distribution for Live Event Production (Open to the public)
LDI, Las Vegas NV
Immersive one-day class on sustainable power distribution for live event production. In this comprehensive course, we delve into eco-conscious energy management, providing you with the knowledge and skills to revolutionize your approach to power distribution for live events. It covers the latest advancements in sustainable power technologies and how to integrate them into your live event setups. You will be guided through the fundamentals of solar collection, battery storage, inverters, and energy management. You will gain insights into designing systems, anticipating power needs, and equipment selection. Through engaging discussions and real world examples, you will discover strategies for de-carbonizing your stages and optimizing energy consumption. We will also address the importance of safety protocols and compliance with industry standards. By the end of the class, you will be equipped with the knowledge to design and implement sustainable power distribution systems that align with environmental goals without compromising the quality and reliability of live event production. Don't miss this opportunity to be at the forefront of sustainable event technology. Join the movement toward greener, more eco-friendly power distribution practices.
December 2, 2023
Setting Up and Monitoring Portable Power Distribution Systems LIMITED (Open to the public)
LDI, Las Vegas NV
It’s easy enough to run stinger cables (a.k.a. a single or an extension cord) to power an audio console, video projector, lighting instruments, or an entire stage, but is it safe? Is it reliable? The safety and reliability of a portable power distribution system depends on every link in the chain. Given the way we toss around our equipment, the way to throw it in a road case, run it along the ground and step on it, run over it with forklifts and golf carts, leave it outside all day long to bake in the sun, day in and day out, there are usually hidden weak links that could devolve into major problems. But we can get ahead of potential problems by learning to spot those weaknesses using the right tools for the job, and by monitoring the system during operation. This one-day class is designed to walk through best practices for setting up and monitoring portable power distribution systems so that they are safer and more reliable.
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