This course explains how interconnected power system are planned for growth and reliability. Course topics include load growth and load shed studies, strategies to improve reliability, new business studies, project scoping documents, and revenue requirements studies.
Note: Hands-On simulation training included!
This course is part of APT's Electric Power Proficiency Certification Program.
Learning Outcomes
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The student is able to apply the results of planning studies to power system operations during normal and emergency operations
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The student knows what quick studies are needed to properly assess a system operating condition to assure stability and reliability on a real time basis
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Upon completion of this course, students are able to communicate with planning engineers and system control operators to maximize performance of large scale power grids
Topics Covered Include
Forecasting Tools
Load Forecasting
System Expansion Requirements
Power Flow Analysis
Stability and Contingency Analysis
Load Shedding Studies
Budget Planning
Real Time Operations Support
Transient Network Analysis
