Sensus University: A Systematic Approach to Training

The success of a FlexNet system rests with a team approach: Sensus must provide its partner with the thought leadership and technological excellence regarding the system, while the utility must provide knowledge and proficiency of the project team members. From the initial installation to routine maintenance and troubleshooting activities, the cornerstone of a successful FlexNet program is grounded in the delivery of each partner’s role.

Sensus already drives industry innovation through its services, features and tools to better prepare the utility industry for the future. But to further deliver on its role in the FlexNet environment, we are taking this leadership to another tier for our partners by offering Sensus University.

This progressive educational facility is designed to keep Sensus partners on the cutting edge of solutions and performance centered on the Sensus FlexNet system. This environment enables customers to gain the insight and experience to intelligently utilize their resources with unprecedented efficiency.

Sensus University:

• Empowers customers and contractors with the knowledge to operate and maintain the FlexNet system
• Instructs utility customer trainers to integrate FlexNet technical training into existing utility training programs
• Certifies contractors on the installation, operations, and maintenance of the FlexNet AMI System
• Ensures that utility and contract personnel are knowledgeable and proficient in the successful installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of a FlexNet System.

An overview of the FlexNet system is also a vital part of the program, so that participants understand the operation and purpose of each FlexNet component, and its significance within the entire FlexNet system. Understanding this transforms our customers into partners who understand the strategic vision that Sensus is promoting in preparation of a Smart-Grid, smart utility environment.

Sensus wants each and every partner to have proven, real-world solutions at the ready. Sensus University provides training that not only imparts knowledge, but also ensures that participants understand and retain what they learn.

Sensus uses a Systematic Approach to Training in course development and implementation to assure courses meet FlexNet AMI project needs. This technique helps the instructor emphasize those tasks that are critical to FlexNet system reliability. Student participation and evaluation assure a quality training experience.

Who should attend?

FlexNet project personnel and contractors involved in the deployment, maintenance, and/or operation of the FlexNet system should attend. These include project teams such as RF Technicians, IT Users and Administrators, Meter Shop personnel, Utility Engineering, and other project personnel responsible for the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of the FlexNet System.

Available Courses

• FlexWare
• Data Retrieval and Monitoring System (DRMS) — User
• Data Retrieval and Monitoring System (DRMS) — Admin
• MDM (<= 50k Endpoints)
• FlexNet Network
• TGB Operations and Maintenance
• Basic RF Principles
• SmartPoint and Metering
• Basic Electricity Theory
• Advanced Electricity Theory
• SmartPoint — Electric
• SmartPoint — Gas
• SmartPoint — Water
• SmartPoint — Thermostat (Demand Response)
• SmartPoint — Fault Circuit Indicator (FCI)
• iConfig and iCon A Utilities
• FlexWare User Interface
• FlexWare Administration

Advanced Meter Infrastructure (AMI) is a dynamic business solution in the dynamic utility marketplace. AMI products are evolving from product and service offerings to increasingly complex technical solution systems. As a global leader in the utility data collection industry, Sensus is happy to provide Sensus University to keep our customers ahead of the curve.