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Introductory course program_elearn_Basic_EN

The document outlines a comprehensive training course on Load Flow and Short Circuit Calculation, consisting of eight modules covering topics such as network modeling, load flow analysis, network enhancement, short-circuit analysis, grid connection, network planning, load scaling, and additional information. Each module includes theoretical introductions and practical exercises, with estimated completion times ranging from 0.5 to 4 hours. The course is designed to provide participants with the necessary skills to effectively use PowerFactory for power system analysis and planning.

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Introductory course program_elearn_Basic_EN

The document outlines a comprehensive training course on Load Flow and Short Circuit Calculation, consisting of eight modules covering topics such as network modeling, load flow analysis, network enhancement, short-circuit analysis, grid connection, network planning, load scaling, and additional information. Each module includes theoretical introductions and practical exercises, with estimated completion times ranging from 0.5 to 4 hours. The course is designed to provide participants with the necessary skills to effectively use PowerFactory for power system analysis and planning.

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Training Content

Introductory course:
Load Flow and Short Circuit Calculation

MODULE 1: Network Modelling (Estimated Time: 3.5h)


Introduction to PowerFactory
Introduction to the PowerFactory structure and data model, graphical user interface, diagrams,
users, libraries and power equipment modelling. Creating projects and grids, defining elements
and types. Single line and geographical diagrams, detailed substation diagrams.

Exercise: Creation of a Network Model


Development of a high voltage network. Modelling of busbars, cables and overhead lines, trans-
formers, generators and loads. Working with the graphical user interface, Data Manager and
Network Model Manager. Single line diagram and detailed substation layout diagrams.

MODULE 2: Load Flow Analysis (Estimated Time: 3h)


Load Flow Analysis
Theoretical introduction to the Load flow calculation methods and settings. Results analysis and
reporting. Result colouring in the single line diagram.

Exercise: Load Flow Analysis Part I


Executing a load flow calculation and analysing the results. Results are analysed in the single line
diagram, results tables and reports. Evaluation of overloading and voltage violations.

Exercise: Load Flow Analysis Part II


Advanced load flow calculation settings. Reactive power and voltage control using synchronous
generators and tap changing transformers. Reactive power limits of generators.
MODULE 3: Network Enhancement (Estimated Time: 1.5h)

Exercise: Network Enhancement


Expansion of an existing medium voltage network in an separate grid. Data management and
diagrams for multiple grids. Defining templates.

MODULE 4: Short-Circuit Calculation (Estimated Time: 4h)

Short Circuit Analysis


Explanation and comparison of the different short circuit current calculation methods. Presentation
of the application areas of short-circuit analysis for different processes such as cable dimension-
ing, equipment dimensioning, etc.

Exercise: Short Circuit Analysis Part I


Three-phase short circuit calculation at various locations in the network according to IEC 60909.
Evaluation of thermal and mechanical stresses with regard to the network components such as
cables and busbars. Dimensioning of a circuit-breaker.

Exercise: Short Circuit Analysis Part II


Short circuit analysis using the complete method and calculation of multiple faults. Exercise on
dynamic voltage support.

Exercise: Short Circuit Analysis Part III


Execution of single-phase faults in the medium-voltage network. Neutral point handling at the
transformer and investigation of different earthing concepts.

MODULE 5: Connection of Grids (Estimated Time: 1h)

Exercise: Connection of Grids


Grouping of networks in different grids and diagrams, e.g. according to voltage level or regional
subsystems. Connection of different grids or subsystems topologically and graphically.
MODULE 6: Network Planning (Estimated Time: 4h)

Grid Expansion and Operational Planning


Data management including Grids, Variations and Expansion Stages for grid expansion planning.
Usage of Operation Scenarios to consider different operating conditions and Study Cases for
analysing the network.

Exercise: Grid Expansion Planning


Grid expansion planning using Variation and Expansion Stages on the basis of the basic network.
Defining time dependent network changes in variations and expansion stages. Comparison of
network variations.

Exercise: Operational Planning


Defining Operation Scenarios in PowerFactory for various load and generation conditions and
switching states in the grid.

Exercise: Network Analysis


Analysis of the network with the help of the defined operation scenarios at different points in time
in the previously prepared network expansion planning. Use of study cases to combine active
operation scenarios, variations and grids for a convenient analysis of different possible scenarios.

MODULE 7: Load Scaling (Estimated Time: 1h)

Exercise: Feeders
Defining feeders. Feeder load flow analysis using Load Scaling and Voltage Profile Diagrams.

Exercise: Load Scaling


Extended network analysis. Use of feeder load scaling to be able to represent operating states
based on real measurements.

MODULE 8: Additional Information (Estimated Time: 0.5h)

Additional Information
Additional information on the base package. Tips & Tricks for working with PowerFactory.

DIgSILENT GmbH T +49 7072 9186-0


Heinrich-Hertz-Str. 9 F +49 7072 9168-88
72810 Gomaringen [email protected]
Germany
www.digsilent.de

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