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Modern Power System Operation and Control

Power systems now blend conventional plant with variable renewable generation, making stable operation more demanding than ever. This programme gives delegates a solid grounding in how modern grids are balanced, controlled and protected. It links generation, transmission and control room practice into a single working picture.

What you will be able to do

  • Describe how generation, load and frequency are kept in balance.
  • Explain voltage and reactive power control across a power system.
  • Outline the role of control centres and supervisory systems.
  • Assess how renewable generation affects system stability.
  • Interpret common stability and security concepts for operators.
  • Recognise the tools used to plan and secure daily operation.

Course outline

  1. 01Structure of a modern power system
  2. 02Generation and load balancing
  3. 03Frequency control and reserves
  4. 04Voltage and reactive power control
  5. 05Control centres and supervisory systems
  6. 06Integrating renewable generation
  7. 07Stability and security concepts
  8. 08Contingency planning and response
  9. 09Operating tools and practice

Who should attend

Control room engineers, system operators, generation and transmission engineers and technical staff supporting grid operation.

Dates, venues and fees

DatesVenueDaysFeeCalendar
17 to 21 Aug 2026Cape Town5R18,000
31 Aug to 4 Sep 2026Online5US$900
7 to 11 Sep 2026Mozambique5US$1,800
14 to 18 Sep 2026Cairo5US$1,800
21 to 25 Sep 2026Accra5US$1,800
28 Sep to 2 Oct 2026Lusaka5US$1,800
5 to 9 Oct 2026Kigali5US$1,800
12 to 16 Oct 2026Nairobi5US$1,800
19 to 23 Oct 2026Durban5R18,000
26 to 30 Oct 2026Johannesburg5R18,000
9 to 13 Nov 2026Mauritius5US$1,800
16 to 20 Nov 2026Dubai5US$1,800
23 to 27 Nov 2026Lagos5US$1,800
30 Nov to 4 Dec 2026Harare5US$1,800
7 to 11 Dec 2026Kampala5US$1,800
14 to 18 Dec 2026Dar es Salaam5US$1,800
21 to 25 Dec 2026Pretoria5R18,000

Fees are per delegate. South African venues are priced in rand; other locations and online in US dollars. Fees exclude 15% VAT where applicable. Group bookings of three or more delegates from the same organisation qualify for a reduced rate; contact us for a quotation.

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