Advanced Power Systems: Innovation, Efficiency, and Sustainability

INTRODUCTION:

As global energy demands continue to rise, power systems must evolve to ensure reliability, efficiency, and sustainability. The transition toward smart grids, renewable energy integration, and high-efficiency transmission has revolutionized the power sector, requiring engineers and professionals to stay updated on cutting-edge technologies. Modern power systems now incorporate advanced control strategies, automation, and energy storage solutions to enhance grid stability and optimize energy distribution.

This course, Advanced Power Systems: Innovation, Efficiency, and Sustainability, provides an in-depth exploration of modern power generation, transmission, and distribution technologies. It is designed for engineers, researchers, and industry professionals who seek to understand how power systems are evolving to meet future energy challenges. Participants will gain insights into high-voltage transmission networks, smart grid technologies, power electronics, and renewable energy integration, equipping them with the knowledge to optimize power systems for greater performance and sustainability.

A major focus of the course is the integration of renewable energy sources such as solar, wind, and hydroelectric power into existing grids. With intermittent generation and fluctuating demand, energy storage technologies and grid management strategies have become essential. Participants will learn how modern microgrids and distributed energy resources contribute to a more resilient and efficient power network.

Advanced topics such as grid cybersecurity, electric vehicle (EV) integration, and power system automation will also be covered to reflect the latest trends in power engineering.

By the end of this course, participants will have the skills to design, analyze, and optimize modern power systems while addressing sustainability and reliability challenges. Whether you are an experienced power engineer, a researcher in energy technologies, or a professional looking to expand your expertise, this course will provide the technical knowledge and practical skills to navigate the complexities of advanced power systems.

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

Upon completing this course, participants will be able to:

• Analyze the components and operation of modern power systems, including generation, transmission, and distribution.

• Apply advanced power electronics and high-voltage transmission techniques to enhance grid efficiency.

• Integrate renewable energy sources while ensuring grid stability and power quality.

• Utilize FACTS devices and HVDC technology for optimizing power flow and reducing transmission losses.

• Explore microgrids, energy storage systems, and distributed generation for sustainable energy solutions.

• Implement power system automation, monitoring, and cybersecurity strategies to improve reliability.

• Conduct simulation-based modeling and optimization of power networks using industry-standard tools.

COURSE HIGHLIGHTS:

Module 1: Fundamentals of Modern Power Systems

• Overview of traditional vs. advanced power systems

• Power generation technologies: Thermal, hydro, nuclear, and renewables

• Transmission and distribution networks: AC vs. DC power flow

• Load flow analysis and system stability considerations

• Case study: Analysis of global power grids and their evolution

Module 2: High-Voltage Transmission and Facts Technologies

• Principles of High-Voltage AC (HVAC) and High-Voltage DC (HVDC) transmission

• FACTS (Flexible AC Transmission Systems): SVC, STATCOM, and UPFC applications

• Reducing transmission losses and improving power quality

• HVDC interconnections and their role in long-distance power transfer

• Practical task: Load flow optimization using FACTS and HVDC modelling

Module 3: Renewable Energy Integration and Distributed Generation

• Challenges of integrating solar, wind, and hydropower into grids

• Role of Distributed Energy Resources (DERs) and hybrid power systems

• Energy storage solutions: Batteries, pumped hydro, and super capacitors

• Demand-side management and power-balancing techniques

• Hands-on project: Designing a renewable energy microgrid for rural electrification

Module 4: Power Electronics and Smart Grid Technologies

• Fundamentals of power converters, inverters, and rectifiers

• Role of power electronics in renewable integration and electric vehicle charging

• Introduction to Smart Grids: IoT, AI, and real-time monitoring

• Demand response and automated grid control strategies

• Simulation exercise: Analyzing the impact of EVs on grid stability

Module 5: Power System Protection and Cybersecurity

• Fault detection and protection schemes: Relays, circuit breakers, and SCADA systems

• Grid cybersecurity risks and defense mechanisms

• Resilience planning: Protecting power networks from cyber and physical threats

• Case study: Cyberattacks on power grids and lessons learned

• Group discussion: Strategies for securing future power infrastructures

Module 6: Energy Storage and Future Power Technologies

• Role of energy storage in grid stability and renewable integration

• Advancements in lithium-ion batteries, hydrogen fuel cells, and flywheels

• Emerging power generation technologies: Fusion energy and wireless power transmission

• AI and machine learning applications in power grid optimization

• Capstone project: Developing a strategy for a fully automated smart power grid

TARGET AUDIENCE:

This course is designed for professionals, engineers, and researchers looking to enhance their expertise in modern power systems, including:

• Power Engineers and Electrical Engineers

• Energy Consultants and Utility Professionals

• Researchers and Academics

• Sustainability and Renewable Energy Specialists

• Graduate Students and Early-Career Engineers