Power System Automation & Distribution Technology

Power System Automation & Distribution Technology

Curriculum: Project-driven theory and practice for low-carbon, digital, and intelligent power systems
Standards: International technical skill standards and emerging industry needs
Faculty: Engineers + college experts
Platform: Training facilities supported by simulation, big data, and cloud computing
Outcome: Skills for high-quality power industry roles
Target Partners: Enterprises, educational institutions, industry associations, and other organizations
COURSE DESCRIPTION

Power System Automation & Distribution Technology

Course Overview

This course integrates two core professional competencies: Power System Automation & Distribution Technology, targeting the power generation and supply industry. This course covers key skills including:

  • Power plant and substation electrical equipment O&M
  • Power system relay protection
  • Distributed generation technology
  • Smart microgrid applications

This course adopts an integrated theory-and-practice teaching approach, driven by real production projects and typical engineering tasks. Combined with AI and other digital technologies, it prepares learners for the intelligent transformation of the power industry.

Upon completion, learners will be capable of performing power system automation O&M, planning and designing distributed digital power stations, and operating and maintaining smart microgrid systems.

Why This Course?

1. Curriculum

Project-driven learning that integrates theory with practice, aligned with low-carbon, digital, and intelligent development trends in the power industry

2. Standards

Based on international technical skill standards aligned with emerging industries, business models, and industry requirements

3. Faculty

Taught jointly by enterprise engineers and academic specialists

4. Platform

Fully equipped training facilities utilizing virtual simulation, big data, cloud computing, and other digital technologies such as virtual simulation, big data, cloud computing, and AI.

5. Outcomes

Directly aligned with the power industry's demand for industry development and supporting career development in power and renewable energy-related roles

What You'll Be Able to Do?

1. Power System Automation

  • Install, operate, inspect, and perform switching operations for power plant and substation electrical equipment
  • Diagnose faults and debug relay protection systems; operate microcomputer-based protection devices
  • Maintain power plant and substation automation systems, including remote control and data communication
  • Perform smart grid online monitoring, feeder automation monitoring, and sensor technology applications

2. Distributed Generation and Microgrids

  • Operate, monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot distributed digital power station and substation equipment
  • Analyze distributed generation resources, forecast power output, and design planning schemes
  • Manage distributed power station construction, including quality and safety management and equipment installation and commissioning
  • Design smart microgrid systems, install and commission monitoring systems, and perform O&M

What You Will Learn?

Training Skills
Description
Power System Fundamentals and Equipment O&M
Learn how primary electrical equipment in power plants and substations functions—including its role, structure, working principles, and O&M methods.
Develop the ability to perform electrical main wiring configuration, switchgear operation, switching operations, and equipment selection and verification. Build hands-on skills in installing, operating, and inspecting primary electrical equipment.
Relay Protection and Automation Technology
Learn the fundamentals of power system relay protection.
Develop the ability to apply working principles and coordination logic for generator, transformer, transmission line, and busbar protection devices.
Master the principles, structure, functions, and O&M methods of power plant and substation automation systems.
Build skills in protection device commissioning and automation system O&M.
Smart Grid and Communication Technology
Learn the architecture and working principles of smart grids.
Develop the ability to apply transmission network intelligent monitoring, online monitoring, feeder automation, sensor technology, and network protocols.
Understand the composition, types, and working principles of power system communication networks.
Build skills in smart grid O&M and communication system maintenance.
 
Distributed Generation Technology and Power Station Construction
Learn the principles and applications of distributed generation technologies, including distributed photovoltaic (PV) and wind power generation.
Develop the ability to analyze distributed generation resources, forecast power output, manage power station construction, and install and commission equipment.
Build skills in distributed power station planning, design, and construction.
Distributed Power Station Operation and Smart Microgrid
Learn how to monitor and manage distributed digital power station equipment, conduct condition monitoring, and operate integrated automatic protection systems.
Develop the ability to understand smart microgrid architecture, classification, key technologies, and applications.
Master smart microgrid planning and design methods and software tools.
Build skills in power station operation management and microgrid O&M.

Learning Environment

This course is equipped with comprehensive training facilities, including:

Electrical Engineering Lab

Fundamentals of electrical wiring and circuit operations

Electronic Technology Lab

Electronic component testing and circuit design

Electric Motor Technology Lab

Motor operation, testing, and maintenance

PLC Integrated Lab

Programmable logic controller programming and industrial control applications

Relay Protection Lab

Protection device commissioning, fault simulation, and debugging

Power Station Simulation Lab

Virtual simulation of power plant and substation operations

Power System Communication Lab

Communication network configuration, protocol testing, and maintenance

Power System Automatic Control Lab

Automation system configuration, remote control, and data communication

Distributed Generation & Smart Microgrid Simulation Lab

Virtual operation and simulation of distributed generation and microgrid systems

Distributed Digital Power Station Installation & Commissioning Lab

Hands-on equipment installation, wiring, and commissioning

Smart Microgrid Operation Lab

Microgrid monitoring, control, and O&M practice

All training environments are aligned with real occupational scenarios, equipped with industry-standard equipment and software systems, and utilize virtual simulation, big data, cloud computing, and AI technologies to deliver integrated theory-and-practice instruction.

Learning Environment

Company Strength

At ECR Academy, our Power System Automation & Distribution Technology training programs are built on unmatched global experience and industry depth. Since 2010, we've delivered professional skills development to nearly 500,000 participants across 29 countries. Our curriculum combines project-driven learning with real-world applications in low-carbon, digital, and intelligent power systems.

  • Over 3,300 industry engineers and academic experts support your learning journey
  • More than 60,000 educational resources including IEC 61850 protocol courseware, SCADA system case studies, and FLISR assessment tools
  • 16 years of proven expertise in vocational training and international cooperation
  • Successfully organized 150+ skills competitions, helping 30,000+ learners master practical competencies
  • Training platforms powered by simulation technology, big data analytics, and cloud computing infrastructure
  • Partnerships with 500+ power industry enterprises ensuring curriculum aligns with current grid modernization demands
  • 300,000+ certified graduates now working in high-quality power distribution roles worldwide

Company Strength

FAQ

Q: Can I take this course with no prior experience?

A: Yes. The program starts from foundational theory and progresses step by step, with fully equipped training facilities and dedicated instructors to guide learners throughout.

Q: What job roles can I pursue after completing the program?

A: Upon completion, learners can prepare for roles such as:

  • Power System Automation O&M Engineer
  • Relay Protection Commissioning and O&M Engineer
  • Distributed Power Station O&M Engineer
  • Smart Microgrid O&M Engineer
  • Renewable Energy Project Technician

Q: How does this program differ from traditional electrical power programs?

A: This program integrates power system automation with distributed generation and smart microgrid technology. Compared to traditional electrical power programs, it places greater emphasis on intelligent systems, digitalization, and renewable energy applications—aligned with the development needs of the Energy Internet and new-type power systems.

Contact Us

Contact Us

Ready to elevate your skills in modern grid automation with Power System Automation & Distribution Technology? Reach out to our team at ecr2008@enteredu.com to explore tailored training solutions.