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Coming 2Q 2009: “Cyber Security of Industrial Control Systems (ICS)” by Joseph Weiss, sponsored by IEEE Educational Activities This course will begin with an introduction to industrial control systems (SCADA, DCS, PLC, RTU, IED, field devices, meters, etc) and will explain what makes control systems different than business IT. Potential mitigation approaches including policies and technologies will be discussed. Example control system cyber events and their ramifications will be presented. Finally, current industry and government activities to secure ICS will be discussed. After completing you should be able to develop an understanding of:
Joseph Weiss is an industry expert on control systems and electronic security of control systems, with more than 30 years of experience in the energy industry. He serves as KEMA's leading expert on control system cyber security.
"Cyber Security of Substation Control and Diagnostic Systems" by Joseph Weiss, sponsored by the IEEE Power and Energy Society This course will familiarize learners with the need to strengthen the protection of the control systems used in the industry against cyber (electronic) threats. The control systems addressed include SCADA systems, IEDs, substation automation systems, and distribution control systems. The course will identify the major threats, and outline practical suggestions about how the security of these systems may be enhanced. After completing this course you should be able to develop an understanding of:
Joseph Weiss is an industry expert on control systems and electronic security of control systems, with more than 30 years of experience in the energy industry. He serves as KEMA's leading expert on control system cyber security.
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"Design-Oriented Feedback Analysis" by David Middlebrook, sponsored by the IEEE Power Electronics Society This intermediate level course introduces the General Feedback Theorem (GFT), which is the culmination of design-oriented analysis approaches presented in five previous APEC Seminars. Feedback systems are usually designed with the familiar single-loop block diagram in mind. Various nonidealities, such as unavoidable minor loops and direct forward transmission, make the single-loop block diagram progressively less useful, especially at higher frequencies. The GFT defines a "natural" block diagram model that is identical in format to the single-loop model that is conventionally assumed, thus providing a desirable link between general feedback theory and a detailed circuit diagram analyzed in terms of factored pole-zero transfer functions. The GFT is illustrated on a potentially unstable Darlington emitter/source follower stage, and leads to design criteria that limit the maximum peaking regardless of the value of the load capacitance. Another example is a two-stage feedback amplifier having various nonidealities, including loading interactions at all points, direct forward transmission, and two minor loops. The GFT is computer friendly, and emphasis is on the numerical and graphical results obtained by use of an Intusoft ICAP/4 circuit simulator. After completing this course you should be able to develop an understanding of:
A distinguished international lecturer, Dr. R. David Middlebrook is Professor Emeritus of Electrical Engineering at the California Institute of Technology, and is particularly noted for presenting complex material in a simple, interesting, effective, and often entertaining manner, for which the Caltech student body has recognized him as an Outstanding Teacher.
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"Development of Fuel Cell Technology for Electric Power Generation" by John Scott, sponsored by the IEEE Power Electronics Society This course presents an overview of the fundamentals of fuel cell engineering and of the history of fuel cell development for electric power applications. The fuel cell uses a catalyzed reaction between a fuel and an oxidizer to directly produce electricity. Its high theoretical efficiency and low temperature operation made it a subject of much study upon its invention ca. 1900, but its relatively high life cycle costs kept it as "solution in search of a problem" for its first half century. The first problem for which fuel cells presented a cost effective solution was, starting in the 1960s, that of a power source for NASA's manned spacecraft. NASA thus invested, and continues to invest, in the development of fuel cell power plants for this application. However, starting in the mid-1990s, prospective environmental regulations have driven increased governmental and industrial interest in "green power" and the "Hydrogen Economy". This has in turn stimulated greatly increased investment in fuel cell development for a variety of terrestrial applications. This investment is bringing about notable advances in fuel cell technology, but these advances are often in directions quite different from those needed for NASA spacecraft applications. This environment thus presents both opportunities and challenges for NASA's manned space program. After completing this course you should be able to develop an understanding of:
The differing power system engineering tradeoffs that drive the development of fuel cell technology for NASA's manned space program in a direction different than that for applications for "The Hydrogen Economy." John Scott serves as Deputy Chief of the Power Systems Branch at NASA's Lyndon B.Johnson Space Center in Houston, Texas.
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Coming 2Q 2009: “Distributed Generation” by Nikos Hatzirgyriou and Stavros Papathanassiou, sponsored by the IEEE Power and Energy Society and the IEEE Industry Applications Society This course will provide a presentation of the electrical subsystem for important distributed generation technologies. The main focus will be on wind turbines and photovoltaics. The analysis of grid interconnection issues, assessment procedures and methodologies will also be discussed. This will cover typical interconnection schemes, power quality and fault level considerations and protection requirements. The course will also provide a presentation of the latest grid-code requirements for the connection of large wind farms. This will address basic requirements regarding fault ride-through, active and reactive power regulation, as well as their fulfillment by the technologies available today. Finally, the course will present the latest developments in microgrids and discussion of grid integration issues in autonomous island power systems. After completing you should be able to develop an understanding of:
Nikos D. Hatziargyriou was born in Athens, Greece. He received the Diploma in Electrical and Mechanical Engineering from NTUA and the MSc and Ph.D. degrees from UMIST, Manchester, UK. He is a professor at Electric Power Division, School of Electrical and Computer Engineering of NTUA. His research interests include Dispersed and Renewable Generation, Dynamic Security Assessment, and application of Artificial Intelligence Techniques to power systems. He is senior member of IEEE, member of CIGRE SCC6 and the Technical Chamber of Greece. Stavros A. Papathanasiou received the Diploma in Electrical Engineering in 1991 and the Ph.D. degree in 1997 from the National Technical University of Athens (NTUA), Greece. He worked for the Distribution Division of the Public Power Corporation of Greece, in power quality and distributed generation studies. In 2002 he joined the Electric Power Division of NTUA as a lecturer. His research mainly deals with distributed generation technology and the integration of DG in distribution networks. He is a member of the IEEE, CIGRE and the Technical Chamber of Greece.
"Electric Drives: Advanced Control & Encoder-less Operation" by Ned Mohan, sponsored by the IEEE Power Electronics Society This course will examine the basis of vector control and encoder-less operation of ac machines in order to design speed and position controllers for such machines. After completing this course you should be able to develop an understanding of:
Ned Mohan is currently the Oscar A. Schott Professor of Power Electronics at the University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota.
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"Electric Drives: Understanding Basics" by Ned Mohan, sponsored by the IEEE Power Electronics Society This course will focus on the basics and analyze induction and permanent-magnet ac machines in a way that clearly explains how these machines operate on a physical basis, and hence how they ought to be controlled for optimum performance. After completing this course you should be able to develop an understanding of:
Ned Mohan is currently the Oscar A. Schott Professor of Power Electronics at the University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota.
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"Hybrid Electric Vehicles: Exploring the Electronic CVT" by John Miller, sponsored by the IEEE Power Electronics Society This course will begin by providing a historical perspective of Hybrid Electric Vehicles. Next an overview of the Toyota input split e-CVT fundamentals and operation, and the Ford input split e-CVT fundamentals and operation will be presented. The course will then focus on e-CVT dynamics. Electric variator theory and input split examples will be provided followed by a presentation of GM-Allison compound split fundamentals and operation. Next, Compound split dynamics will be presented followed by the Timken compound split system and the Renault compound split system. Finally, energy storage system technologies will be presented as well as a summary and cost illustrations. After completing this course you should be able to develop an understanding of:
Dr. John Miller retired from Ford Motor Co. in August of 2002 to start up a private enterprise consulting in ac drives, alternative energy, energy storage systems and propulsion systems for transportation, J-N-J Miller design services, P.L.C.
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"Introduction to Power Electronics" by David Torrey, sponsored by the IEEE Industry Applications Society This course is intended for those who are new to the field of power electronics. The course discusses the disciplines that support power electronics, followed by some motivational examples that serve to illustrate how the form of power converters is developed to perform a function. Some elements of how power converters are controlled are presented. The course ends with a discussion of relevant reference materials. After completing this course you should be able to develop an understanding of:
David A. Torrey received his B.S. in electrical engineering from Worcester Polytechnic Institute, Worcester, MA. He received the S.M., E.E., and Ph.D. degrees from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
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"Power Electronics System Thermal Design: Linear Superposition" by Roger Stout, sponsored by the IEEE Power Electronics Society This course will introduce an overall approach to electronics system thermal characterization and design, based on the principle of linear superposition. It will also dispel common misunderstandings and misuses of conventional thermal characterization data, in particular, theta-JA, on semiconductor device packages. After completing this course you should be able to develop an understanding of:
Roger Stout received his BSE in Mechanical Engineering at ASU in 1977, and went on as a Hughes Fellow to earn his MSME at the California Institute of Technology in 1979. In 1999, Roger became a charter employee of ON Semiconductor and resident thermal characterization expert. He currently carries the job title of Senior Research Scientist, at ON Semiconductor. Roger holds six patents and has been a registered Professional Engineer in the state of Arizona since 1983.
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"Power Electronics System Thermal Design: Thermal Runaway" by Roger Stout, sponsored by the IEEE Power Electronics Society This course will provide an in-depth presentation of specific and highly non-linear thermal failure mechanisms (thermal runaway). The course will discuss how it arises and how it may be analyzed. The focus will be within the particular context of power semiconductor devices, but it should also become evident how the concept may be applied more generally. After completing this course you should be able to develop an understanding of:
Roger Stout received his BSE in Mechanical Engineering at ASU in 1977, and went on as a Hughes Fellow to earn his MSME at the California Institute of Technology in 1979. In 1999, Roger became a charter employee of ON Semiconductor and resident thermal characterization expert. He currently carries the job title of Senior Research Scientist, at ON Semiconductor. Roger holds six patents and has been a registered Professional Engineer in the state of Arizona since 1983.
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"Power Quality" by S. Mark Halpin, sponsored by the IEEE Industrial Applications Society and the IEEE Power and Energy Society This course is designed to focus on Electric Power Quality. Power Quality means a lot of things to a lot of different people. The main emphasis of this course will be on standards and standardized approaches, definitions, terms, and concepts. Technical areas that are covered include: voltage sags, grounding, harmonics, voltage flicker, and transients. After completing this course you should be able to develop an understanding of:
S. Mark Halpin received his BEE, MS, and PhD degrees from Auburn University in 1988, 1989, and 1993, respectively. He is currently the Alabama Power Company Distinguished Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Auburn University. His teaching interests include power systems, control systems, and network analysis. His research interests are in the areas of modeling and simulation techniques for large-scale power systems, power system transients, and computer algorithms. He is active in the IEEE Power and Energy Society, where he serves as Chair of the Task Force to revise IEEE 519-1992 and as Chair of the Power Quality Subcommittee, and Industry Application Society, where he serves as Chairman of the IAS Working Group on Harmonics and as Society President in 2007 and 2008.
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Coming 3Q 2009: “Recent Trends in Substation Automation and Enterprise Data Management” by John McDonald, sponsored by the IEEE Power and Energy Society and the IEEE Industry Applications Society The purpose of this course is to familiarize learners with all aspects of substation automation for both electric utility and industrial applications. The term Intelligent Electronic Device (IED) is defined. The different levels of substation integration and automation are discussed. The reasons a utility or industrial facility would need substation automation are presented. The components of the integration and automation architecture are discussed with respect to their technical issues. This discussion flushes out the sensitive, controversial issues that need to be addressed by a utility or industrial facility when implementing substation automation. The characteristics and interface issues associated with Intelligent Electronic Devices (IEDs) is addressed, since the integration architecture is only as good as the integration capabilities of the IEDs themselves. Communication protocol fundamentals and considerations are discussed. Relevant industry standards and their impact on substation automation are described. The characteristics of extracting the valuable data from substation Intelligent Electronic Devices (IEDs) and effectively managing this data in the electric utility or industrial facility enterprise is illustrated. After completing you should be able to develop an understanding of:
John D. McDonald, P.E., Vice President, Automation for Power System Planning and Management for KEMA, Inc., is assisting electric utilities in substation automation, feeder automation, SCADA/DMS/EMS systems, and communications protocols. He received his B.S.E.E. and M.S.E.E. (Power Engineering) degrees from Purdue University, and an M.B.A. (Finance) degree from the University of California-Berkeley. He is a Fellow of the IEEE, President of the IEEE Power and Energy Society (PES), and Past Chair of the IEEE PES Substations Committee. He was awarded the IEEE Millennium Medal in 2000, the IEEE PES Excellence in Power Distribution Engineering Award in 2002, and the IEEE PES Substations Committee Distinguished Service Award in 2003. He has published 31 papers and co-authored three books, including being Editor-in-Chief, and Substation Integration and Automation Chapter author, for the book Electric Power Substations Engineering, Second Edition, published by Taylor & Francis/CRC Press in 2007. |
