Insights into SCADA Systems: A Utility Engineer’s Perspective
The IEEE Black Hills PES/IAS Joint Chapter is pleased to host a guest lecture by Cory Trapp, P.E., Chief Engineering Officer and Assistant General Manager at Rushmore Electric Power Cooperative (REPC).
With over two decades of experience in the electric utility industry, Cory has led initiatives in medium voltage distribution system planning, sectionalizing, substation design, and distribution line design. Notably, in 2010 he developed a load control program that has saved more than $30 million in peak energy demand costs.
In this session, Cory will share his professional journey and provide valuable insights into Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems, their role in modern utility operations, and the lessons learned from his hands-on experience. Attendees will gain both technical and practical perspectives on SCADA implementation and its impact on system efficiency and reliability.
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- South Dakota School of Mines
- Rapid City, South Dakota
- United States 57701
- Building: EEP
- Room Number: 253
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Cory Trapp of Rushmore Electric Power Cooperative
Biography:
Cory Trapp, P.E., is a registered professional engineer with twenty-three years of experience in the electric utility industry. He earned his B.S. in Electrical Engineering from South Dakota Mines in 2002 and began his career at Rushmore Electric Power Cooperative (REPC) as an entry-level engineer. Today, he serves as Chief Engineering Officer and Assistant General Manager at REPC.
Throughout his career, Cory has specialized in medium-voltage distribution systems, with expertise in system planning, sectionalizing, substation design and construction, and distribution line design. In 2010, he developed a load control program to reduce peak energy demand, which has saved more than $30 million to date.
Outside of his professional role, Cory and his wife manage a hobby farm where they raise chickens, alpacas, cattle, and over 100 goats. He is also a proud husband, father of three grown children, and grandfather.