Introduction

This 5-day professional course on "Electrical Power Systems Fundamentals" is designed to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of the essential concepts, components, and operations involved in electrical power systems. Through theoretical lessons and practical exercises, attendees will gain a strong foundation in the fundamentals of power system engineering, which is crucial for professionals working in power generation, transmission, and distribution sectors.

Objectives

• Understand the basic concepts and components of electrical power systems.
• Gain knowledge about power generation methods and technologies.
• Learn about power transmission and distribution networks.
• Analyze power system protection and stability issues.
• Develop problem-solving skills related to power system operations.

Course Outlines

Day 1: Introduction to Power Systems

• Overview of electrical power systems
• Key components and their functions
• Types of power systems: AC and DC
• Basic electrical concepts and laws
• Introduction to power system modeling

Day 2: Power Generation

• Introduction to power generation methods
• Thermal and hydroelectric power plants
• Nuclear power generation
• Renewable energy sources: solar and wind
• Environmental impact and sustainability

Day 3: Power Transmission

• Basics of power transmission systems
• High-voltage transmission lines
• Transformers and substations
• Transmission line modeling and performance
• Introduction to smart grids

Day 4: Power Distribution

• Principles of power distribution systems
• Distribution network configurations
• Components of a distribution system
• Load management and demand-side management
• Reliability and quality of power supply

Day 5: Power System Protection and Stability

• Introduction to power system protection
• Protective devices and relays
• Fault detection and isolation
• Power system stability analysis
• Future trends in power system protection