PSCAD Course

Master Grid Compliance Studies Using PSCAD

A complete simulation and project-based live training that helps you model, analyse, and validate renewable energy plants for grid code compliance using PSCAD.

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Grid Code, Overvoltage, Inverter Modelling & More

What Makes This Training Worth It?

  • Learn PSCAD fundamentals, interface & workflow
  • Model full power systems – sources, loads, lines, faults
  • Simulate insulation coordination, TRV, harmonics, DC injection
  • Perform dynamic grid compliance testing – LVRT, HVRT, ramping
  • Use OEM Inverter, SVG, PPC models like in real renewable projects
  • Complete assignments based on solar & wind case studies
Curriculum

Course Curriculum

Two complete editions of the Grid Compliance Studies programme — 80+ live sessions grouped into focused modules, from PSCAD fundamentals through real 300MW+ solar and 526MW wind plant dynamic studies. Pick an edition, then open a module to see each session.

41 Sessions 62 Lessons & Files 9 Modules
01
Getting Started 4 sessions · 9 lessons
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1
Edition 1 — Welcome & Orientation1 Lesson ▾
  • Edition - 1
2
Day 1: Introduction1 Lesson ▾
  • Day 1: Introduction
3
Day 2: Introduction to Solar Plant and Grid Compliance Studies5 Lessons ▾
  • Introduction to Solar Plant and Grid Compliance Studies
  • Q&A Notes
  • Notes - Excel
  • 51 MW SLD
  • 300 MW SLD
4
Day 3: Introduction to Generic Solar Inverter Model and Assignment-1 Review2 Lessons ▾
  • Introduction to Generic Solar Inverter model and Assignment-1 Review
  • Generic Model - Solar Farm
02
Source & Load Modelling 3 sessions · 9 lessons
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5
Day 4: Introduction to PSCAD – Source Modelling2 Lessons ▾
  • Introduction to PSCAD - Source Modelling
  • Simulation file - Source model
6
Day 5: Modelling of ZIP Load and Assignment Review4 Lessons ▾
  • PSCAD - Load Modelling
  • PPT Load modelling
  • EBOOK - Power System Stability & Control
  • Load Modelling Calculation Sheet
7
Day 6: Modelling of ZIP Load, Manual Calculation and Assignment Review3 Lessons ▾
  • Modelling of ZIP Loads & Manual Calculation
  • Load modelling - Simulation file
  • Source Modelling & Load Modelling Calculation
03
Lines, Cables & Transformers 6 sessions · 8 lessons
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8
Day 7: Transmission Line Modelling Part 11 Lesson ▾
  • Transmission Line Modelling
9
Day 8: Transmission Line Modelling Part 22 Lessons ▾
  • Transmission Line Modeling - 2
  • Transmission Line Modeling
10
Day 9: Cable Modelling 11 Lesson ▾
  • Cable Modeling
11
Day 10: Cable Modelling 21 Lesson ▾
  • Cable Modeling - 2
12
Day 11: Transformer Modelling 12 Lessons ▾
  • Transformer Modeling - 1
  • Transformer Modelling and Energization PDF
13
Day 12: Transformer Multi-Run Modelling1 Lesson ▾
  • Transformer Modelling
04
Harmonic Analysis & Case Studies 6 sessions · 7 lessons
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14
Day 13: Harmonic Analysis1 Lesson ▾
  • Harmonic Analysis
15
Day 14: Harmonic Analysis 22 Lessons ▾
  • Harmonic Analysis - 2
  • HA Calculation Sheet
16
Day 15: Harmonic Analysis 31 Lesson ▾
  • Harmonic Analysis - 3
17
Day 16: Harmonic Analysis 41 Lesson ▾
  • Harmonic Analysis - 4
18
Day 17: Case Study – 250 MW Solar Plant1 Lesson ▾
  • Case Study
19
Day 18: Harmonic Analysis Case Study1 Lesson ▾
  • Harmonic Analysis Case Study
05
Solar PV & Inverter Modelling 5 sessions · 5 lessons
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20
Day 19: Solar PV Design1 Lesson ▾
  • Solar PV Design
21
Day 20: Modelling of Solar Plant1 Lesson ▾
  • Modeling of Solar Plant
22
Day 21: OEM Inverter Model1 Lesson ▾
  • OEM Inverter Model
23
Day 22: Simple Solar Farm Model1 Lesson ▾
  • Solar Farm Model
24
Day 23: Equivalent Modelling1 Lesson ▾
  • Equivalent Modeling
06
Grid Compliance Testing – LVRT & HVRT 5 sessions · 5 lessons
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25
Day 24: Equivalent Modelling & LVRT1 Lesson ▾
  • Equivalent Modeling & LVRT
26
Day 25: LVRT & Active Power Set Point1 Lesson ▾
  • LVRT & Active power set point
27
Day 26: HVRT & Frequency Response1 Lesson ▾
  • HVRT & Frequency response
28
Day 27: Inverter Model During Disturbance1 Lesson ▾
  • Inverter Model during disturbance
29
Day 28: Inverter Model Parameter Tuning1 Lesson ▾
  • Inverter Model Parameter Tuning
07
Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) 5 sessions · 9 lessons
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30
Day 29: Introduction to Energy Storage System2 Lessons ▾
  • Slides
  • Introduction To Energy Storage System
31
Day 30: Application of BESS2 Lessons ▾
  • Application of BESS Notes
  • Application of BESS
32
Day 31: BESS Simulation Using Generic Model1 Lesson ▾
  • BESS Simulation using Generic Model
33
Day 32: PCS and Battery Sizing3 Lessons ▾
  • PCS and Battery Sizing
  • Notes
  • PCS Catalogue
34
Day 33: Hybrid Simulation1 Lesson ▾
  • Hybrid Simulation
08
DC Injection & Final Case Studies 6 sessions · 6 lessons
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35
Day 34: DC Current Injection 11 Lesson ▾
  • DC Current Injection - 1
36
Day 35: DC Current Injection 21 Lesson ▾
  • DC Current Injection - 2
37
Day 36: DC Injection Case Study1 Lesson ▾
  • DC Injection Case Study
38
Day 37: DC Injection Case Study (Contd.)1 Lesson ▾
  • DC Injection Case Study
39
Day 38: Case Study for LVRT, HVRT and Frequency Response1 Lesson ▾
  • Case Study for LVRT, HVRT and frequency response
40
Day 39: Solar PV Model Quality Test – Case Study1 Lesson ▾
  • Solar PV model quality test - Case Study
09
Bonus Course 1 session · 4 lessons
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41
Bonus Course4 Lessons ▾
  • CTU Meeting Discussion
  • Slides
  • Compliance Validation Sheet
  • Folder Structure for CONN-TD-1
44 Sessions 82 Lessons & Files 10 Modules
01
Getting Started & Grid Code Materials 3 sessions · 8 lessons
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1
Edition 2 — Welcome & Orientation1 Lesson ▾
  • GCS Edition - 2
2
Materials5 Lessons ▾
  • India GCS Requirements
  • Saudi GCS Requirements
  • Qatar Grid Code
  • India Grid Code Requirements
  • India Grid Code - List of Studies
3
Day 1: Introduction2 Lessons ▾
  • Introduction
  • Indian Grid Code
02
Power Quality & Compliance Foundations 2 sessions · 2 lessons
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4
Day 2: Steady State, Power Quality and Dynamic Studies1 Lesson ▾
  • Steady state, Power Quality and Dynamic studies
5
Day 3: Introduction to Frequency Response, LVRT & HVRT Requirements1 Lesson ▾
  • Introduction to frequency response, LVRT & HVRT requirements
03
Sources, Loads & Network Elements 7 sessions · 13 lessons
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6
Day 4: Sources in PSCAD – Classification, Modelling and Validation2 Lessons ▾
  • Sources in PSCAD, Classifications, modelling and validation of source
  • Calculation Sheet
7
Day 5: Plot Graph Explanation, Load Modelling and Validation in PSCAD2 Lessons ▾
  • Plot Graph explanation, Load modelling and validation in PSCAD
  • Load Modelling PPT
8
Day 6: Transmission Line Modelling – Frequency Dependent Phase Model, Ferranti Effect, Coupled Pi Section2 Lessons ▾
  • Transmission line modelling in PSCAD
  • Calculation Sheet
9
Day 7: Transmission Line Modelling 2, Cable Modelling2 Lessons ▾
  • Transmission line & cable modelling
  • Calculation Sheet
10
Day 8: Cable Modelling, Types of Cables, Transmission Line & Cable Clarifications1 Lesson ▾
  • Cable modelling
11
Day 9: Mutual Coupling, Tandem Configuration (Sliding Fault), Component Wizard1 Lesson ▾
  • Mutual coupling, Tandem configuration (sliding fault), Component Wizard
12
Day 10: Shunt Reactor Modelling, Q&A Session3 Lessons ▾
  • Shunt Reactor Modelling, Q&A session
  • Calculation Sheet
  • Shunt Reactor Datasheet
04
Transformers, Reactors & Surge Protection 5 sessions · 10 lessons
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13
Day 11: Capacitor Bank Modelling & Validation, Breaker & Fault Logic Components2 Lessons ▾
  • Capacitor bank modelling and validation, Breaker Logic, Fault Logic components usage
  • Calculation Sheet
14
Day 12: Three-Phase Two-Winding Transformer Modelling and Validation2 Lessons ▾
  • Three phase two winding transformer modelling and validation
  • Calculation Sheet
15
Day 13: Two-Winding Transformer Modelling, Inrush Validation, Multiple Run Component1 Lesson ▾
  • Two winding transformer modelling, Inrush validation, multiple run component
16
Day 14: Three-Phase Three-Winding Transformer Modelling and Validation Using Multi-Run Block2 Lessons ▾
  • Three Phase Three Winding Transformer modelling and validation using Multi run block
  • Calculation Sheet
17
Day 15: Element Modelling, Surge Arrester Modelling and Validation, FD vs Direct Model3 Lessons ▾
  • Element Modelling, Surge Arrester modelling and validation, FD Model vs Direct model
  • IEEE Working Group Paper
  • SA Calculation Sheet
05
Solar PV, Inverter & Converter Modelling 3 sessions · 4 lessons
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18
Day 16: Solar PV Modelling and Validation in PSCAD1 Lesson ▾
  • Solar PV Modelling and Validation
19
Day 17: Modelling of MPPT, Modelling of DC-DC Converter2 Lessons ▾
  • Modelling of MPPT, Modelling of DC-DC converter
  • Calculation Sheet
20
Day 18: Voltage Source Converter, abc-dq Transformation, Firing Pulse Generator1 Lesson ▾
  • Voltage source converter, abc - dq transformation, Firing pulse generator
06
Power Quality & Harmonic Filter Design 7 sessions · 10 lessons
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21
Day 19: Power Quality Aspects in GCS – Impact of Harmonics and DC Injections3 Lessons ▾
  • Power Quality Aspects in GCS, Impact of Harmonics and DC Injections
  • Power Quality PPT
  • IEEE 519-2022 Standard
22
Day 20: Introduction to Power Quality, Analysis of Power Quality Using PSCAD1 Lesson ▾
  • Introduction to Power Quality, Analysis of Power Quality using PSCAD
23
Day 21: Recap of Previous Session, Modelling of Harmonic Source1 Lesson ▾
  • Recap of previous session, Modelling of Harmonic Source
24
Day 22: Modelling of Harmonic Current Generator in PSCAD1 Lesson ▾
  • Modelling of Harmonic Current Generator in PSCAD
25
Day 23: Harmonic Analysis, Introduction to Harmonic Filters and Filter Design1 Lesson ▾
  • Harmonic Analysis, Introduction to Harmonic filter and Design of Harmonic filters
26
Day 24: Real-Time Project – Harmonic Analysis of 300 MW Solar Power Plant1 Lesson ▾
  • Real Time project — Harmonic Analysis of 300MW Solar power plant I
27
Day 25: Real-Time Project – Harmonic Analysis of 300 MW Solar Power Plant (Contd.)2 Lessons ▾
  • Harmonic Analysis of 300MW Solar power plant 2a
  • Harmonic Analysis of 300MW Solar power plant 2b
07
Dynamic Studies & Inverter/PPC Validation 5 sessions · 9 lessons
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28
Day 26: Introduction to Dynamic Study1 Lesson ▾
  • Introduction to Dynamic study
29
Day 27: Dynamic Study in Grid Compliance Studies1 Lesson ▾
  • Equipment Modelling for Dynamic study - Cable and line equivalent modelling & Transformer Scaling
30
Day 28: Dynamic Study in Grid Compliance Studies (Contd.)3 Lessons ▾
  • User-defined Model (UDM) of Inverter - OEM Inverter Model (vendor model), Control Parameters of Inverter, Protection Settings of Inverter
  • Calculation Sheet
  • WECC Paper
31
Day 29: Validating OEM Inverter Benchmark Model, SVG OEM Vendor Model, Control Parameters of SVG2 Lessons ▾
  • Validating OEM Inverter Benchmark model, SVG OEM Model - Vendor model, Control Parameters of SVG
  • Calculation Sheet
32
Day 30: Power Plant Controller (PPC) Modelling2 Lessons ▾
  • PPC Vendor Model, Monitoring and Controlling parameters of PPC, Control Modes for controlling inverter and SVG by PPC
  • Calculation Sheet
08
Fault Ride-Through & Frequency Response Testing 4 sessions · 8 lessons
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33
Day 31: Fault Ride-Through Capability Test (LVRT)2 Lessons ▾
  • Creating simulation sequence for LVRT (Balanced and Unbalanced fault), Response of Inverter and PPC during FRT test
  • Calculation Sheet
34
Day 32: Fault Ride-Through Capability Test (HVRT)2 Lessons ▾
  • Creating simulation sequence for HVRT (Balanced and Unbalanced fault), Response of Inverter and PPC during FRT test
  • Calculation Sheet
35
Day 33: Frequency Response Test2 Lessons ▾
  • With Frequency Flag support, Without frequency flag support, Frequency droop and deadband
  • Calculation Sheet
36
Day 34: Voltage Response & Active Power Ramp Capability2 Lessons ▾
  • Creating sequence for frequency response & active power ramp, Response of PPC during frequency response - with & without FFlag support
  • Calculation Sheet
09
Real Plant Case Studies: 300 MW Solar & 526 MW Wind 5 sessions · 9 lessons
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37
Day 35: Real-Time Case Study – Dynamic Study for 300 MW Solar Plant2 Lessons ▾
  • Input Requirement Sheet Preparation, Input Validation, Modelling of components
  • Calculation Sheet
38
Day 36: Real-Time Case Study – Dynamic Study for 300 MW Solar Plant (Contd.)2 Lessons ▾
  • Modelling of components, Developing Plant level model (Part A)
  • Modelling of components, Developing Plant level model (Part B)
39
Day 37: Real-Time Case Study – Dynamic Study for 300 MW Solar Plant (Contd.)1 Lesson ▾
  • Inclusion of PPC & SVG in Plant level model, creating sequences for Dynamic analysis events
40
Day 38: Real-Time Case Study – Dynamic Study for 300 MW Solar Plant (Contd.)2 Lessons ▾
  • Responses of 300 MW solar plant: Dynamic Study – LVRT, HVRT, Frequency, Voltage, Active Power ramp
  • Calculation Sheet
41
Day 39: Real-Time Case Study – Dynamic Study for 526 MW Wind Plant2 Lessons ▾
  • Unit level model, Plant level model, PPC-SVG inclusion, Sequence for dynamic study, Responses for dynamic study
  • Calculation Sheet
10
Flicker, BESS Dynamics & Wrap-Up 3 sessions · 9 lessons
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42
Day 40: Flicker Analysis & DC Current Injection5 Lessons ▾
  • DC current injection and Flicker analysis in PSCAD & MATLAB
  • IEC 61000-4-15-2010
  • IEEE 1547-2018
  • Flicker & DC Injection PPT
  • Calculation Sheet
43
Day 41: Dynamic Analysis on BESS Plant2 Lessons ▾
  • BESS Plant Intro, Methodology, Inverter Selection, Response of BESS system
  • Calculation Sheet
44
Day 42: Q&A2 Lessons ▾
  • Q&A Session
  • Class Notes
10,000+
Engineers Trained
25+
Compliance Scenarios Covered
100%
Hands-On Assignments
Lifetime
Access to Materials
Real
OEM & PPC Model Validations

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4+ Real Case Study Projects

Certificate of Completion

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