PJM Generation Dispatcher Exam
Practice with complete solution
2026
An EXCITER on a traditional generator does what? - ANSWERS-Voltage regulation
(AVR) if you change the excitation current, you change the voltage.
ECO Min, ECO Max, and EMERG Max are genrator _________________. -
ANSWERS-Limits
When synchronizing to the interconnection, what needs to be synchronized? -
ANSWERS-Frequency, Voltage, and phase angle.
GMD (GeoMagnetic Disturbance) procedure is implemented when? - ANSWERS-10A
or greater is measured by special equipment at Missouri Ave or Meadowbrook and the
measurement is confirmed by one of the following other sources: Excess transformer
current @ Meadowbrook, Beddington, Donbs, or Black Oak, high MVAR requirements
on transformers @ Hopw Creek or Salem nuclear subs, or high DC measurements @
Limerick or Peach Bottom.
What are the 2 types of National Terrorism Advisory Alerts? - ANSWERS-Elevated and
Imminent.
What action does PJM take for a terrorist attack, fuel delivery emergency, or GMD's? -
ANSWERS-Conservative Operations
What does PJM put the most emphasis on during a terrorist/sabotage event? -
ANSWERS-Operations and Communications
What does PJM request during a low voltage alert? - ANSWERS-RRC - reactive
reserve check
PJM issues a Heavy Load Voltage Warning how many hours prior to implementation? -
ANSWERS-4 hours
