At a glance:

This e-learning course provides a foundational understanding of dynamic simulations using PSS®E (Power System Simulator for Engineering), a leading software tool for power system analysis. Designed for engineers, students, and industry professionals, this course covers key concepts such as dynamic simulation setup, procedures, and disturbances. Through interactive lessons and exercises, students will gain practical skills in setting up, running, and interpreting dynamic simulations to analyze system behavior under various operating conditions and disturbances. 

Course overview:

This entry-level course introduces power system professionals to the fundamentals of dynamic simulation using the PSS®E software. Tailored for engineers and technical staff in the electric utility and energy sectors, the course focuses on the core concepts and practical applications of the PSSE dynamics module.
 
Topics covered in PSSE-400:
-The role of dynamic simulation in power system analysis
-How to set up, run, and analyze dynamic simulations in PSSE
-Best practices for interpreting results and identifying system behavior under disturbances

Who should enroll?
-Power system engineers
-Grid operations and planning staff
-Technical professionals new to PSSE or dynamic studies

Prerequisites:
-Basic familiarity with power system fundamentals
-Prior exposure to PSSE load flow studies is helpful but not required

Course format:
-Self-paced, online modules
-Interactive simulations and guided exercises
-Knowledge checks through quizzes

Instructor: Cyril Anthony

• Specializes in steady state analysis, transient stability analysis, short circuit and protection coordination, and conducting the inspection/testing of electrical equipment for power plants
• Power Flow and Dynamic Simulation Analysis instructor for Siemens' PTI PSS®E courses
• Expertise with PSS®E, PSS®CAPE, PSS®MUST, ASPEN, MATLAB 
• Academic Degrees
  • MS, Electrical and Computer Engineering, 
    Northeastern University
  • BS, Electrical Engineering, Faculty of Technology and 
    Engineering (MSU)
• Member of the IEEE and its Power and Energy 
  Society

~5 Hours E-Learning
Continuing Education Units (CEUs) - 0.5
Professional Development Hours (PDHs) - 5 hours

This course is comprised of a total of 9 separate videos with short quiz questions after each video.  A score of 80% or more is required to move on to the next video.  You may re-take the quiz as many times as needed to achieve the minimum score.


Module 1 - Introduction to Dynamics – 119 mins (~2 hours)

Part 1 - An overview of course material, dynamic simulation, models, and procedures. (51 minutes)

Part 2 - Examines the differences in generator model types, along with breaking down the logic and expanded procedures within the dynamics PSSE module. (36 minutes)

Part 3 - Final setup parameters, example cases, and common mistakes to avoid. (33 minutes)


Module 2 - Basic Simulation Procedures – 84 mins (~1 hours 30 mins)

Part 1 - An overview of workflow, menus, and tools for performing simulations. (31 minutes)

Part 2 - This part details suspect conditions, data checking during initializations, and how to correct bad data. (35 minutes)

Part 3 - Running a simulation in line command mode, and defining disturbance model simulations. (19 minutes)

Module 3 - Example Exercise – 56 mins (~1 hour)

A - Example exercises. (32 minutes) 

B - Example wrap-up. (24 minutes)

Module 4 - Dynamic Disturbance Simulation – 27 mins (~0.5 hour)

Facts about dynamic disturbances, balanced vs unbalanced fault simulation, and a final example exercise. (27 minutes)