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Power System Analysis with ETAP Training Course

Gain the skills you need to advance your career. This course offers hands-on learning, expert guidance, and real-world applications designed to help you grow.

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Course Overview:

This training course provides in-depth knowledge and practical skills in power system analysis using ETAP (Electrical Transient Analyzer Program) software. Participants will learn how to analyze, design, and optimize electrical power systems, including load flow studies, fault analysis, and system reliability. The course includes hands-on exercises, real-life projects, and field visits to enhance practical understanding and application.

Course Duration:

10 Days

Target Audience:

  • Electrical Engineers
  • Power System Analysts
  • Energy Managers
  • Electrical Design Engineers
  • Project Managers in the energy sector
  • Students and professionals interested in power systems and electrical engineering

Organizational Impact:

  • Improved capability to design, analyze, and optimize power systems efficiently.
  • Enhanced decision-making in power system operations and maintenance.
  • Increased ability to manage and troubleshoot power system issues effectively.
  • Better alignment with industry standards and best practices in power system management.

Personal Impact:

  • Proficiency in using ETAP for comprehensive power system analysis.
  • Hands-on experience with real-world power system scenarios and tools.
  • Enhanced skills in power system design, analysis, and optimization.
  • Increased career opportunities and professional development in the energy sector.

Course Level: Intermediate

Course Outline

Course Objectives:

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand the principles of power system analysis and ETAP software functionalities.
  • Perform load flow analysis, fault analysis, and system stability studies using ETAP.
  • Design and optimize electrical power systems for efficiency and reliability.
  • Apply real-world scenarios and case studies to power system analysis tasks.
  • Utilize field visit insights to understand practical aspects of power generation and distribution.

Course Modules

Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction to Power System Analysis and ETAP

  • Overview of power system analysis and its importance
  • Introduction to ETAP software and its features
  • Basics of power system components and terminology
  • Hands-on exercise: Navigating ETAP interface and tools
  • Case Study: Basic power system analysis using ETAP

Module 2: Load Flow Analysis in ETAP

  • Fundamentals of load flow analysis and its significance
  • Setting up load flow studies in ETAP
  • Analyzing and interpreting load flow results
  • Hands-on exercise: Conducting a load flow analysis on a sample power system
  • Real-Life Project: Load flow analysis for a small-scale electrical network

Module 3: Fault Analysis and Protection Systems

  • Principles of fault analysis and protection system design
  • Configuring fault analysis studies in ETAP
  • Interpreting fault results and designing protection schemes
  • Hands-on exercise: Performing fault analysis on a power system
  • Case Study: Designing protection systems for fault scenarios

Module 4: Dynamic Analysis and Transient Studies

  • Introduction to dynamic analysis and transient studies in power systems
  • Setting up and analyzing transient simulations in ETAP
  • Understanding system responses and stability
  • Hands-on exercise: Conducting transient analysis for power system stability
  • Real-Life Project: Analyzing system response to transient disturbances

Module 5: Power Quality and Reliability Analysis

  • Understanding power quality issues and reliability metrics
  • Performing power quality studies and reliability assessments in ETAP
  • Hands-on exercise: Analyzing power quality and reliability of a power system
  • Case Study: Improving power quality and reliability in a real-world scenario

Module 6: Field Visit: Power Generation Plants

  • Field visit to a power generation plant
  • Observing real-world power generation processes and systems
  • Discussions with industry professionals on operational and design considerations
  • Field Visit Report: Insights and observations from the plant visit

Module 7: Field Visit: Power Distribution Networks

  • Field visit to power distribution networks
  • Observing power distribution infrastructure and operations
  • Interaction with field engineers and discussions on distribution challenges
  • Field Visit Report: Analysis of distribution network operations

Module 8: System Optimization and Design

  • Techniques for optimizing power system performance
  • Designing power systems for efficiency and reliability using ETAP
  • Hands-on exercise: Optimizing a power system design for a specific application
  • Real-Life Project: Developing an optimized power system design

Module 9: Advanced ETAP Features and Customization

  • Exploring advanced features and customization options in ETAP
  • Using ETAP for specialized analysis and reporting
  • Hands-on exercise: Utilizing advanced ETAP tools for complex scenarios
  • Case Study: Applying advanced ETAP features to a challenging power system problem

Module 10: Capstone Project: Comprehensive Power System Analysis

  • Developing a complete power system analysis project from design to optimization
  • Participants will work on a project incorporating all aspects of the course
  • Group presentations and feedback on project outcomes
  • Final Project Presentation: A comprehensive power system analysis, including design, analysis, and optimization using ETAP

Course Administration Details

Methodology

These instructor-led training sessions are delivered using a blended learning approach and include presentations, guided practical exercises, web-based tutorials, and group work. Our facilitators are seasoned industry experts with years of experience as professionals and trainers in these fields. All facilitation and course materials are offered in English. Participants should be reasonably proficient in the language.

Accreditation

Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued an Indepth Research Institute (IRES) certificate certified by the National Industrial Training Authority (NITA).

Training Venue

The training will be held at IRES Training Centre. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and lunch. All participants will additionally cater to their travel expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.

Accommodation and Airport Transfer

Accommodation and Airport Transfer are arranged upon request. For reservations contact the Training Officer.

Tailor-Made

This training can also be customized to suit the needs of your institution upon request. You can have it delivered in our IRES Training Centre or at a convenient location. For further inquiries, please contact us on:

Payment

Payment should be transferred to the IRES account through a bank on or before the start of the course. Send proof of payment to [email protected]


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Course Schedules

We are proud to offer this course in a variety of training formats to suit your needs. We use the highest quality learning facilities to make sure your experience is as comfortable as possible. Our face to face calendar allows you to choose any classroom course of your choice to be delivered at any venue of your choice - offering you the ultimate in convenience and value for money.

November 2025

Date Duration Mode Standard Fee Action
3 Nov - 14 Nov 10 days Nairobi KES 159,000 | $2,200 Individual Group
3 Nov - 14 Nov 10 days Kigali $2,700 Individual Group
3 Nov - 14 Nov 10 days Cairo $7,700 Individual Group
10 Nov - 21 Nov 10 days Mombasa KES 182,000 | $2,200 Individual Group
10 Nov - 21 Nov 10 days Arusha $3,300 Individual Group
10 Nov - 21 Nov 10 days Dubai $6,400 Individual Group
17 Nov - 28 Nov 10 days Kisumu KES 165,000 | $2,200 Individual Group
17 Nov - 28 Nov 10 days Kampala $3,300 Individual Group
17 Nov - 28 Nov 10 days Accra $4,700 Individual Group
17 Nov - 28 Nov 10 days Nakuru KES 166,000 | $2,200 Individual Group
17 Nov - 28 Nov 10 days Johannesburg $4,400 Individual Group

December 2025

Date Duration Mode Standard Fee Action
1 Dec - 12 Dec 10 days Nairobi KES 159,000 | $2,200 Individual Group
1 Dec - 12 Dec 10 days Kigali $2,700 Individual Group
1 Dec - 12 Dec 10 days Cairo $7,700 Individual Group
8 Dec - 19 Dec 10 days Mombasa KES 182,000 | $2,200 Individual Group
8 Dec - 19 Dec 10 days Arusha $3,300 Individual Group
8 Dec - 19 Dec 10 days Dubai $6,400 Individual Group
1 Dec - 12 Dec 10 days Kisumu KES 165,000 | $2,200 Individual Group
1 Dec - 12 Dec 10 days Kampala $3,300 Individual Group
1 Dec - 12 Dec 10 days Accra $4,700 Individual Group
8 Dec - 19 Dec 10 days Nakuru KES 166,000 | $2,200 Individual Group
8 Dec - 19 Dec 10 days Arusha $4,400 Individual Group

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