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PSSE Course
Course Overview
This course offers a comprehensive introduction and in-depth exploration into the world of High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) systems, one of the most advanced and essential technologies in modern power transmission.
Key Features:
Based on IEC & IEEE Standards
Aligns with global engineering practices and regulations.Hands-On Design Training
Real-world design tasks, case studies, and simulation projects.Expert-Led Sessions
Learn from professionals with direct HVDC project experience.Project-Based Learning Approach
Focused on practical implementation, not just theory.Blended Learning Model
Live sessions, recorded modules, and interactive Q&A.Industry-Recognized Certification
Enhance your resume with a certificate aligned with power sector standards.Career-Focused Curriculum
Designed to prepare engineers for roles in utilities, EPCs, and consultancies.Access to Simulation Tools
Experience design and analysis using industry-grade software.
Completing this course will charge you for:
Understand the fundamentals and significance of HVDC in power transmission.
Analyze and design HVDC system components such as converters, transformers, filters, and protection systems.
Evaluate different HVDC configurations (monopole, bipole, back-to-back, etc.).
Perform system planning and load flow studies for HVDC integration.
Understand key control strategies and protection schemes used in HVDC networks.
Apply international standards (IEC, IEEE) in HVDC design and operations.
Be industry-ready with real-world project insights and simulation-based learning.
Who is the course for?
Electrical Engineering Graduates and Final Year Students
Working Professionals in Transmission & Distribution
Power System Engineers looking to specialize in HVDC
Engineers preparing for utility or consultancy roles
Academicians and Researchers interested in advanced power transmission technologies
Anyone eager to upskill in cutting-edge energy transmission systems
- Certified
- 90 Days
- 50 Students
- 100 Sections
- Martha Hudson
- 10 Modules
- 24 Downloadable Resources
- Fulltime Access
Course Modules
- Introduction to HVDC
- Principles of HVDC Conversion
- HVDC Lines
- HVDC Sub Stations
- Reactive Power Management in HVDC Stations.AC & DC harmonics and filtering
- HVDC System operation, Insulation Coordination, Emergencies and case studies
- HVDC System operation Control and maintenance
- Overview of HVDC System Benefits
- Comparison of HVDC and AC Transmission Systems
Main Types of HVDC Schemes (VSC & LCC
- VOLTAGE SOURCE CONVERTER (VSC)
- LINE COMMUTATED CONVERTER (LCC)
HVDC CONFIGURATIONS
- MONOPLAR HVDC SYSTEM WITH GROUND RETURN
- MONOPLAR HVDC SYSTEM WITH METALLIC RETURN
- BIPOLAR HVDC SYSTEM
- BACK-TO-BACK HVDC LINKS
- MULTITERMINAL
Converter Theory
Principle Arrangement of an HVDC Transmission Project
The key differences between HVDC and AC systems and the importance of HVDC in modern power grids.
- Converter Transformer Design and Function
- Thyristor Valves in HVDC Systems
- Smoothing Reactor: Purpose and Implementation
- Harmonic Filters: AC Harmonic Filters
- Harmonic Filters: DC Harmonic Filters
- Harmonic Filters: Active Harmonic Filters
- NEUTRAL BREAK SWITCH
- NEUTRAL BREAK GOUNDING SWITCH
- POLE METALLIC RETURN TRANSFER BREAKER
- DEDICATED METALLIC RETURN TRANSFER BREAKER
- DYNAMIC BREAKING SWITCH
Discuss the role of these components in improving HVDC transmission efficiency and reducing system faults.
- OFFSHORE SUBSTATION
- ONSHORE SUBSTATION
- RECTIFIER STATION
- INVERETR STATION
- System aspects of VSC HVDC system
- Equipment aspects of VSC HVDC
- HVDC grid development and Interoperability
- Control and protection of VSC HVDC
- Future outlook
- System aspects of VSC HVDC system
- Equipment aspects of VSC HVDC
- HVDC grid development and Interoperability
- Control and protection of VSC HVDC
- Future outlook
- Objective
- Protection Principals
- Dual Redundancy
- Protective Zones
- Measurements
- Classes of Protection
- Protection Marshalling
- Protective Action
- Blocking Sequence
- Fault Case
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