Topic outline

  • Introduction to Smartgrid Technology

    Credits: 4 PDH

    PDH Course Description:

    This course is intended primarily to acquaint the engineer on the existence and benefits of a smarter electrical grid, as well as an introduction to the present and future technologies.
    Our nation’s electric power infrastructure that has served us so well for so long, also known as “the grid” , is rapidly running up against its limitations. Our lights may be on, but systemically, the risks associated with relying on an often overtaxed grid grow in size, scale and complexity every day. From national challenges like power system security to those global in nature such as climate change, our near-term agenda is formidable.
    Fortunately, we have a way forward. There is growing agreement among federal and state policymakers, business leaders, and other key stakeholders, around the idea that a Smart Grid is not only needed but reasonably achievable.

    Topics:

    • Overview of the Smartgrid Principle
    • Introduction to Smartgrid Technologies
    • Risks associated with the Electrical Grid in it's present state
    • What the Smartgrid is and is not
    • Future goals of the Smartgrid
    • Obstacles faced by the Utilities and Regulators
    • Consumer Participation
    • Smartgrid Success Stories

    To take this course:

    1.) Enroll in Course: Click below to enroll:
    (must be logged into your user account)


    2.) Study: Once enrolled, click below to begin the course:

    Download the Study Guide

    3.) Test: Once you've thoroughly read the course materials, please click below to take the final examination.

    Take the final exam

    4.) Certificate: A passing grade of 70% or higher on the exam, is required to receive the certificate of completion for this PDH course.
         NOTE: After the exam is completed, you will need to return to this page, in order to print (download) the certificate of completion.

    Print the Certificate of Completion

    Intended Audience: This course is intended for electrical, mechanical, civil, systems and other engineering professionals whose job description may require a basic introductory knowledge of Smartgrid technologies.
    Publication Source: US Dept. of Energy


    Donald Parnell, PE

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