PSCAD (POWER SYSTEMS COMPUTER-AIDED DESIGN)

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The PSCAD (Power Systems Computer-Aided Design) Training teaches engineers how to model, simulate, and analyze electrical power systems using industry-standard PSCAD software. This training is important because PSCAD helps professionals design safe, reliable, and efficient power networks through real-time simulations, fault studies, control system testing, and grid behavior analysis. Ideal for Electrical Engineers, Power System Engineers, Grid Engineers, Researchers & anyone working in power system design, analysis, or simulation.

Duration of Training : 40–60 Hours
Batch type : Weekdays/Weekends
Mode of Training : Classroom/Online/Corporate Training
PSCAD Training Syllabus (Beginner → Advanced)
Includes: 30+ Labs • Assignments • Real Projects
Ideal for: Electrical Engineers, Power System Engineers, Grid Engineers, Researchers

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MODULE 1 — Introduction to PSCAD & Power Systems (3 Hours)

Topics
What is PSCAD? Overview & use cases
PSCAD workspace, libraries, components
Basic electrical power system concepts
Time-domain simulation basics
EMTDC fundamentals
Assignments
✔ Install PSCAD & create a new workspace
✔ Build simple RLC circuit and observe waveforms

MODULE 2 — PSCAD Interface & Basic Simulation (4 Hours)

Topics
Project structure & configuration
Component modeling concepts
Simulation control panel
Graphs, meters, and data measurement
Importing and exporting data
Assignments
✔ Simulate AC/DC circuits
✔ Plot waveforms using meters & graphs

MODULE 3 — Transmission Line & Cable Modeling (6 Hours)

Topics
Overhead line modeling
Cable parameter modeling
π and Distributed parameter lines
Travel waves and reflections
Surge impedance loading
Frequency-dependent line models
Assignments
✔ Create a transmission line and analyze reflections
✔ Calculate and simulate surge impedance
Mini Project
🔧 Build a 132 kV overhead line and evaluate transients

MODULE 4 — Transformers & Reactive Power Control (6 Hours)

Topics
1-phase & 3-phase transformer modeling
Tap changer simulation
Inrush current phenomena
Reactive power compensation: SVC, Capacitors, Reactors
Load flow basics in EMTDC
Assignments
✔ Simulate transformer energization
✔ Study tap changer behavior under load
Mini Project
🔧 Inrush Current Analysis of a 3-Phase Transformer

MODULE 5 — Generator Modeling & Control Systems (6 Hours)

Topics
Synchronous machine modeling
Excitation systems (AVR)
Governor systems
Power angle & stability
Grid synchronization
Assignments
✔ Simulate a generator connected to a grid
✔ Measure rotor angle & stability response
Mini Project
🔧 AVR + Governor Control Simulation for a 100 MVA Generator

MODULE 6 — Fault Analysis & Protection (6 Hours)

Topics
Symmetrical & asymmetrical faults
Single-line-to-ground, double-line, 3-phase faults
Distance protection
Overcurrent & digerential protection
Relay characteristics (IEC/ANSI)
CT & PT modeling
Assignments
✔ Simulate SLG, LL, LLG, 3PH faults
✔ Implement simple overcurrent relay logic
Mini Project
🔧 Distance Relay Characteristics Simulation

MODULE 7 — Power Electronics in PSCAD (6 Hours)

Topics
Diode rectifiers
Thyristor (SCR) converters
PWM inverters
DC-DC converters
Harmonics modeling
FACTS devices: STATCOM, UPFC, HVDC
Assignments
✔ Build a 6-pulse rectifier & observe harmonics
✔ Simulate PWM inverter controlling AC motor
Mini Project
🔧 HVDC Link Simulation (Basic)

MODULE 8 — Renewable Energy Systems Modeling (5 Hours)

Relational modeling
Data normalization & constraints
Performance optimization
Indexing strategy
Handling large datasets
Lab: Optimize a slow database
Assignment: Normalize a complex inventory database

MODULE 9 — EMTDC Advanced Features (3 Hours)

Topics
User-defined components
C/C++ integration
Custom models
Debugging & error fixing
Performance optimization
Assignments
✔ Create a user-defined component
✔ Debug simulation instability issues

MODULE 10 — Real-Time Power System Studies (3 Hours)

Topics
Transient studies
Switching surge analysis
Lightning impulse response
Black start studies
System stability & load shedding
Assignments
✔ Perform switching surge analysis for a transmission line
✔ Simulate lightning impulse on transformer

MAJOR PROJECTS (Select Any 2

1. Wind Farm Integrated into a Grid – Voltage and Frequency Stability
Includes:
✔ Multiple wind turbines
✔ Switching operations
✔ Reactive power control
2. HVDC Transmission Link Simulation
Includes:
✔ Rectifier + Inverter station
✔ DC fault studies
✔ Modulation & controls
3. Microgrid with Solar, Wind & BESS
Includes:
✔ Energy management
✔ Setpoint control
✔ Load transfer & stability

Total Training Duration: 40–60 Hours

Module	Hours
Intro + Basics	3
Interface + Simulation	4
Lines + Cables	6
Transformers	6
Generators + Controls	6
Protection	6
Power Electronics	6
Renewable Energy	5
EMTDC Advanced	3
Real-Time Studies	3
Total	48–54 Hours

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Q: MODULE 1 — Introduction to PSCAD & Power Systems (3 Hours)

Topics What is PSCAD? Overview & use cases PSCAD workspace, libraries, components Basic electrical power system concepts Time-domain simulation basics EMTDC fundamentals Assignments ✔ Install PSCAD & create a new workspace ✔ Build simple RLC circuit and observe waveforms

Q: MODULE 2 — PSCAD Interface & Basic Simulation (4 Hours)

Topics Project structure & configuration Component modeling concepts Simulation control panel Graphs, meters, and data measurement Importing and exporting data Assignments ✔ Simulate AC/DC circuits ✔ Plot waveforms using meters & graphs

Q: MODULE 3 — Transmission Line & Cable Modeling (6 Hours)

Topics Overhead line modeling Cable parameter modeling π and Distributed parameter lines Travel waves and reflections Surge impedance loading Frequency-dependent line models Assignments ✔ Create a transmission line and analyze reflections ✔ Calculate and simulate surge impedance Mini Project 🔧 Build a 132 kV overhead line and evaluate transients

Q: MODULE 4 — Transformers & Reactive Power Control (6 Hours)

Topics 1-phase & 3-phase transformer modeling Tap changer simulation Inrush current phenomena Reactive power compensation: SVC, Capacitors, Reactors Load flow basics in EMTDC Assignments ✔ Simulate transformer energization ✔ Study tap changer behavior under load Mini Project 🔧 Inrush Current Analysis of a 3-Phase Transformer

Q: MODULE 5 — Generator Modeling & Control Systems (6 Hours)

Topics Synchronous machine modeling Excitation systems (AVR) Governor systems Power angle & stability Grid synchronization Assignments ✔ Simulate a generator connected to a grid ✔ Measure rotor angle & stability response Mini Project 🔧 AVR + Governor Control Simulation for a 100 MVA Generator

Q: MODULE 6 — Fault Analysis & Protection (6 Hours)

Topics Symmetrical & asymmetrical faults Single-line-to-ground, double-line, 3-phase faults Distance protection Overcurrent & digerential protection Relay characteristics (IEC/ANSI) CT & PT modeling Assignments ✔ Simulate SLG, LL, LLG, 3PH faults ✔ Implement simple overcurrent relay logic Mini Project 🔧 Distance Relay Characteristics Simulation

Q: MODULE 7 — Power Electronics in PSCAD (6 Hours)

Topics Diode rectifiers Thyristor (SCR) converters PWM inverters DC-DC converters Harmonics modeling FACTS devices: STATCOM, UPFC, HVDC Assignments ✔ Build a 6-pulse rectifier & observe harmonics ✔ Simulate PWM inverter controlling AC motor Mini Project 🔧 HVDC Link Simulation (Basic)

Q: MODULE 9 — EMTDC Advanced Features (3 Hours)

Topics User-defined components C/C++ integration Custom models Debugging & error fixing Performance optimization Assignments ✔ Create a user-defined component ✔ Debug simulation instability issues

Q: MODULE 10 — Real-Time Power System Studies (3 Hours)

Topics Transient studies Switching surge analysis Lightning impulse response Black start studies System stability & load shedding Assignments ✔ Perform switching surge analysis for a transmission line ✔ Simulate lightning impulse on transformer

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