Balancing, Interchange, and Transmission Operator Certification (BT)
Credential: Balancing, Interchange, and Transmission Operator Certification (BT)
Credentialing Agency: North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC)
Renewal Period: 3 years
The North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC), Balancing, Interchange, and Transmission System Operator Certification (BT) is an intermediate-level credential for professionals who operate bulk electric systems. System Operators monitor power flows, voltages and status of equipment on the transmission system, and ensure the safe and reliable operation of the bulk electric system. Candidates for the BT are expected to have knowledge of resource and demand balancing, transmission, emergency preparedness, contingency analysis and reliability, and managing communications and data.
More information can be found on the certifying agency's website.
Balancing, Interchange, and Transmission Operator Certification (BT)
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Attainability:
Eligibility Requirements (View Details)
- Credential Prerequisite
- Experience
- Education
- Training
- Membership
- Other
- Fee
Note: This credential may have multiple options for a Service member to meet eligibility requirements. Requirements listed here are based on the minimum degree required.
Exam Requirements (View Details)
- Exam
- Written Exam
- Oral Exam
- Practical Exam
- Performance Assessment
Exam Administration (View Details)
- In-person exam
- Remote proctored on-line exam
- Third-party test vendor
RECERTIFICATION SUMMARY
Renewal Period: 3 years
AGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION
North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC)
3353 Peachtree Road, N.E., Suite 600 North Tower
Atlanta, GA 30326
Phone: 404-446-2560
Fax: 404-446-2595
Contact Page
Exam Preparation Resources
There are a number of resources available to help you prepare for the Balancing, Interchange, and Transmission Operator Certification (BT) examination:
- Best Sources
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Testing Information
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Exam Administration
Credential exams may be administered in-person at a testing site, proctored on-line remotely, or have options for both. If an exam is administered through a test vendor, the third-party test vendor box will be checked. The following test administration options apply to the Balancing, Interchange, and Transmission Operator Certification (BT) credential where checked:
- In-person exam
- Remote proctored on-line exam
- Third-party test vendor
For more information on the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) testing process, visit the agency website.
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Third-Party Test Vendor Information
Testing for this credential is handled by the following vendor:
PSI
The test centers are located in the U.S.
To find out more, use the following links on the PSI website:
RECERTIFICATION
Balancing, Interchange, and Transmission Operator Certification (BT)
Renewal Period: 3 years
Additional considerations for the Balancing, Interchange, and Transmission Operator Certification (BT) include:
- NREC does not require any specific education or experience, however it is recommended candidates for the BT should be knowledgeable in the areas addressed in the certification exam.