By the end of the course, participants will be able to perform basic simulations, create simple models, and understand the core concepts behind power system analysis using PSCAD.

By the end of this course, participants will:

1. Understand the basic concepts and components of power systems and how PSCAD can be used for their simulation.
2. Learn the fundamental operations of the PSCAD environment, including navigation and interface customization.
3. Gain hands-on experience in building simple electrical power system models.
4. Understand the use of different power system components such as transformers, generators, transmission lines, and loads.
5. Learn how to simulate power system behavior and analyze results.

Target Audience:

• Junior Power Systems Engineers.
• Power Systems Studies Engineers.
• Researchers and Practitioners interested in power system modeling and simulation.
• Anyone new to PSCAD or interested in learning simulation techniques for electrical power systems.

Prerequisites:

• Basic knowledge of electrical engineering concepts (e.g., voltage, current, resistance, and basic circuit analysis).
• No prior experience with PSCAD is required.

Course Materials:

• Lecture slides and tutorials
• Additional reading material and resources

Teaching Methodology:

• 40% Lecturing and 60% hands-on
• Lectures: Each session will begin with an instructor-led presentation that covers theoretical concepts and demonstrates their application in PSCAD.

• Hands-on Practice: Participants will be given time in each session to practice using PSCAD software and complete guided exercises.
• Discussion and Q&A: Each session will conclude with a Q&A session, allowing participants to ask questions and clarify doubts.

Resources Needed:

• Computer with PSCAD software installed
• Stable internet connection for online sessions
• Projector and screen for in-class presentations (if conducted in person)
• Instructor-led materials (slides, visual aids)

Introduction to PSCAD & Basic Power System Concepts

• Introduction to RMS and EMT studies
• Need of EMT Simulation
• Steady State Analysis
• Introduction to power system studies – Steady state Vs Transients
• Introduction to PSCAD
• Overview of PSCAD and its capabilities
• Installation and setup
• Navigating the interface
• Overview of power systems and why simulation is important
• Basic Power System Components
• Understanding electrical components: transformers, generators, transmission lines, and loads
• How PSCAD represents these components
• Introduction to Simulation in PSCAD
• Introduction to PSCAD Software
• How to Create a New Project in PSCAD
• How to Load the existing Project
• PSCAD toolbar introduction
• One Line Diagram in PSCAD
• Simple circuit modeling in PSCAD & Create your first one-line diagram
• Running a basic simulation and viewing results
• Data and result visualization

Building Simple Models

• Creating Power System Models
• Using templates and creating new components
• Connecting components to build a basic power system model
• Working with Sources and Loads
• Modeling and simulating different types of loads (constant power, constant impedance)
• Load modelling and its type
• Voltage dependent Loads
• Constant Power Loads
• Constant Impedance Loads
• Constant Current Loads
• Exponential and Polynomial Loads
• Frequency Dependent Loads

• Role of Load modelling for various studies
• Introduction to voltage and frequency control
• Working with Power Transformers
• Modeling transformers in PSCAD
• Simulation of transformer behavior under varying loads

Advanced Modeling Techniques

• Simulating Transmission Lines
• Different types of transmission lines and their characteristics
• Transmission Line Modelling using PSCAD

1. PI Section
2. Bergeron Model
3. Frequency Dependent Model

• Tower Modelling
• Cable modelling using PSCAD
• Coaxial cables
• Pipe-type Submarine cable
• Modeling long-distance transmission lines in PSCAD
• Advanced Simulation Features
• Using control systems and protection devices in PSCAD models
• Introduction to fault simulation and protection analysis
• Simulation Analysis and Data Interpretation
• Analyzing simulation results
• Exporting data for further analysis

• Recap and Course Closure
• Review of key concepts and skills learned
• Future learning paths and resources
• Q&A and certificate distribution

A RECTUS attendance certificate will be awarded to all participants who complete at least 80% of the total course duration.