This training course is suitable for a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:
Power system operators, technicians, engineers, and managers
Electrical engineers and industrial engineers
Project engineers/managers working for industry sectors and for the power industry
Operation and maintenance crew
University graduates, site engineers, and technical officers
Duration
5 Days
Programme Overview
This training course provides a reasonable knowledge base on the design, control, establishment, and configuration of smart grids and their components including power storage systems, IED’s, advanced controllers, and communication networks and infrastructure. The training course also provides an insight into the concepts of industrial instrumentation and automation, focusing on the ways smart grids can enhance industrial efficiency
In general, this training course gives an advanced overview of industrial processes, utility grids, and power networks followed by the introduction of smart grids and the associated modern instrumentation, protection, control, alarms, and data management which are meant to manage the operation of industrial processes and electric power distribution in a more efficient and cost-effective manner.
This training course will feature:
Main components of smart grids
Role of smart grids in modern power networks and industrial systems
Data communication requirements for the establishment of smart grids
Role of distributed generators (DGs) in creating Microgrids
Advantages and challenges due to the application of smart grids
Objectives
By completing this training course, participants will be able to:
Understand the operation, instrumentation, and control of smart grids
Realize the need for smart grids in modern power grids and industrial systems
Analyze system models and show how to apply smart grids to enhance the operation
Comprehend the basics of industrial automation
Learn about applications and configurations of SCADA and PLC systems
Methodology
This training course will utilize a variety of proven adult learning techniques to ensure maximum understanding, comprehension, and retention of the information presented. This includes Powerpoint slides, educational video clips, case studies, worked examples, and face-to-face discussion and exchange of ideas. This is a great engineering forum where all the delegates will have the opportunity to talk about their work experiences and discuss about the challenges they have faced and the possible solutions.
Course Outline
Day One: Smart Grid Overview
Smart grid definition and features
Distributed generation; configurations, case studies
Microgrid technology and applications
Smart meters
Solar PVs and their role in smart grids
Energy storage: Batteries and electric vehicles
Day Two: Effect of Smart Grids on Power System Reliability
Distribution system components and busbar configurations
Electrical safety and network security
Distribution configurations and redundancy
In-plant generation
Parallel operation of utility with embedded generation
Integrating embedded generation with plant distribution
Day Three: Intelligent Electronic Devices (IEDs)
Advanced metering infrastructure
Power system protection; concepts, features, applications
Advanced protection relays and their role in smart grids
