The modern electric power system has undergone a significant transformation, moving away from its regulated origins and embracing a competitive landscape. This shift has led to the emergence of innovative energy applications and unprecedented advancements in plant efficiencies. Simultaneously, the rise of environmental awareness has influenced power-generation technologies, compelling them to address concerns regarding emissions and ecological impacts. Furthermore, the past decade has witnessed a remarkable increase in computer capabilities along with a significant reduction in costs. As a result, digital instrumentation has proliferated control rooms, revolutionizing the power plant industry.

Course Objectives:

Upon the successful completion of this course, each participant will be able to:-

Power System Components
Electric Power Generation
Transformers
Transmission System
Substations
Distribution Systems
Electric Power Utilization
Power System analysis and Simulation
Power System Protection
Power System Transients
Power System Dynamics and Stability
Power System Operation and Control
Power System Planning (Reliability)
Power Electronics
Power Quality
Economic Dispatch of Thermal Units and Methods of Solution
Power System Security
Environmental Controls

Who Should Attend?

This course is intended for all Electrical Power Managers, Engineers, Superintendents, Supervisors, Foremen, Technicians and those who are involved in the design, engineering, operation, maintenance and control of the electric power system or anyone interested in obtaining a working knowledge of the modern electric power system.

Course Outlines:

Overview of Modern Power System Components

Structure of the Electrical Power System
Generating Units (Synchronous Generators, Exciters, and Automatic Voltage Regulators, Turbines and their Governing Systems)
Substations
Transmission and Distribution Network (Overhead Lines and Underground Cables, Transformers, Shut and Series Elements, Flexible AC Transmission Systems (FACTS))
Protection

Electric Power Generation

Hydroelectric Power Generation
Synchronous Machinery
Thermal Generating Plants
Distributed Utilities

Transformers

Theory and Principles
Power Transformers
Distribution Transformers
Underground Distribution Transformers
Dry Type Transformers
Instrument Transformers
Transformer Connections
Loading Power Transformers
Transformer Testing
Transformer Installation and Maintenance
Problem and Failure Investigations
On-line Monitoring of Liquid-Immersed Transformers

Transmission System

Concept of Energy Transmission and Distribution
Transmission Line Structures
Insulators and Accessories
Transmission Line Construction and Maintenance
Insulated Power Cables for High Voltage Applications
Transmission Line Parameters
Sag and Tension of Conductor
Corona and Noise
Geomagnetic Disturbances and Impacts upon Power System Operation
Lightning Protection
Reactive Power Compensation
Using this Course Overview, the Instructor(s) will Brief Participants about the Topics that were Discussed Today and Advise Them of the Topics to be Discussed Tomorrow

Substations

Gas Insulated Substations
Air Insulated Substations
High Voltage Switching Equipment
High Voltage Power Electronics Substations
Considerations in Applying Automation Systems to Electric Utility Substations
Substation Automation
Oil Containment
Community Considerations
Animal Deterrents/Security
Substation Grounding
Grounding and Lightning
Seismic Considerations
Substation Fire Protectio

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