Power Systems Analysis & Smart Grid Technologies, Designing Resilient and Sustainable Energy Networks

The global energy landscape is undergoing a transformation with the integration of renewable energy sources, advanced grid automation, and IoT-enabled technologies. This course provides an in-depth understanding of power systems analysis techniques such as load flow analysis, fault calculations, and stability studies, while exploring the role of smart grid technologies in enhancing grid resilience and sustainability. Participants will learn how to integrate renewable energy sources into the grid, leverage automation tools, and comply with industry standards like IEEE 1547 and NERC reliability guidelines. Using cutting-edge simulation tools such as ETAP, PSCAD, and MATLAB/Simulink, participants will gain hands-on experience in designing and optimizing modern power systems.

Audience

This course is designed for:

Electrical engineers and technicians working in power systems and utilities.
Renewable energy professionals involved in grid integration.
Researchers and academics focusing on power systems and smart grid technologies.
Energy consultants and policymakers interested in grid modernization.
Graduates and postgraduates in electrical engineering seeking practical expertise

Course objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

Perform load flow analysis, fault calculations, and stability studies for power systems.
Understand the integration of renewable energy (solar, wind) into smart grids and its impact on system performance.
Implement grid automation and IoT-enabled sensors for real-time monitoring and control.
Apply demand-side management strategies to optimize energy consumption.
Comply with key industry standards such as IEEE 1547 and NERC reliability guidelines.
Use simulation tools like ETAP, PSCAD, and MATLAB/Simulink to design resilient and sustainable power systems

Course contents

Day 1: Fundamentals of Power Systems Analysis

Introduction to power systems, components, and load flow analysis methods.
Basics of AC and DC power flow equations and their applications.
Fault analysis: Types, short-circuit calculations, and protection coordination.
Stability studies: Steady-state, transient, and dynamic stability.
Hands-on ETAP tutorial, fault case study, quiz, and pretest to assess baseline knowledge.

Day 2: Renewable Energy Integration into Smart Grids

Overview of renewable energy sources (solar PV, wind) and integration challenges.
Impact of variable generation on grid stability and reliability.
IEEE 1547 standard and grid codes for renewable energy compliance.
Simulation exercise on solar PV integration and voltage fluctuation analysis.
Group discussions, case studies, and quiz on renewable energy integration.

Day 3: Smart Grid Technologies and Automation

Introduction to smart grids: Key features, benefits, and cybersecurity concerns.
Role of IoT sensors, SCADA, and automation in grid monitoring.
Self-healing grids, automated fault detection, and recovery.
Demand-side management: Load shifting, peak shaving, and energy efficiency.
PSCAD demonstration, case study on demand response, and quiz on smart grids.

Day 4: Advanced Power System Studies and Tools

Advanced load flow techniques: Optimal power flow and contingency analysis.
Dynamic modeling of power systems for stability studies.
Transient stability analysis: Methods and mitigation strategies.
Harmonic analysis and power quality issues in smart grids.
Hands-on MATLAB/Simulink simulations, group activity on harmonic distortion, and quiz.

Day 5: Standards, Optimization, and Final Assessment

NERC reliability standards and best practices for grid resilience.
Sustainable and resilient power system design principles.
Optimization techniques for grid performance and future trends.
Written final test, post-test evaluation, and comparison with pretest results.
Group discussion on lessons learned and future steps for participants.

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