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PSCAD (POWER SYSTEMS COMPUTER-AIDED DESIGN)

The PSCAD (Power Systems Computer-Aided Design) Training teaches engineers how to model, simulate, and analyze electrical power systems using industry-standard PSCAD software. This training is important because PSCAD helps professionals design safe, reliable, and efficient power networks through real-time simulations, fault studies, control system testing, and grid behavior analysis. Ideal for Electrical Engineers, Power System Engineers, Grid Engineers, Researchers & anyone working in power system design, analysis, or simulation.

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PSCAD (POWER SYSTEMS COMPUTER-AIDED DESIGN)

IT Training Programme

Duration 60 hours
Batch Type Weekdays / Weekends
Mode of Training Classroom / Online / Corporate
Locations Pune, Bangalore, Kochi
Language English
Certification Globally Recognized
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What you'll learn

Understand core concepts and architecture from the ground up
Get hands-on with the tools used by working professionals
Build real-world projects you can add to your portfolio
Learn industry best practices and coding standards
Practice with real datasets and real-world scenarios
Prepare for certification and technical interviews
Work on collaborative, team-based exercises
Apply performance tuning and optimization techniques
Understand how the technology fits into a larger ecosystem
Complete assignments reviewed by mentors

Programme Overview

12 sections covering the complete curriculum — a single, progressive learning arc.

60 hours
Training Duration
12
Core Modules
106
Total Lessons
4.4
Average Rating
50K+
Students Trained
01

Foundations & Core Concepts

Get hands-on with the fundamentals and architecture — the building blocks for everything that follows.

Fundamentals Architecture Setup
02

Hands-On Practical Training

Work through real exercises and assignments designed to mirror what you will do on the job.

Practicals Assignments Labs
03

Real-World Projects

Apply what you have learned to end-to-end projects that go straight into your portfolio.

Projects Portfolio Case Studies
04

Advanced Techniques

Go beyond the basics with advanced concepts, integrations and production-grade practices.

Advanced Integration Best Practices
05

Ecosystem Integration

Understand how this technology connects with the broader tools and platforms used in the industry.

Ecosystem Tools Platforms
06

Performance & Interview Prep

Master optimization techniques and prepare for the technical interview questions employers actually ask.

Optimization Interview Prep Certification

Who is this programme for?

Whether you're already writing code, working with data, or supporting applications today — this programme is built to take you into a OTHER role.

Software Developers

Engineers who want to add this skill set to their toolkit

Analysts & Consultants

Professionals moving into a more technical, hands-on role

IT Professionals

System admins and support engineers upskilling into a new domain

Fresh Graduates

CS/IT graduates aiming for a job-ready technical role

Course Curriculum

12 sections  •  106 lessons  •  60 hours

01 MODULE 1 — Introduction to PSCAD & Power Systems (3 Hours)

Topics

What is PSCAD? Overview & use cases
PSCAD workspace, libraries, components
Basic electrical power system concepts
Time-domain simulation basics
EMTDC fundamentals

Assignments

  • ✔ Install PSCAD & create a new workspace
  • ✔ Build simple RLC circuit and observe waveforms
02 MODULE 2 — PSCAD Interface & Basic Simulation (4 Hours)

Topics

Project structure & configuration
Component modeling concepts
Simulation control panel
Graphs, meters, and data measurement
Importing and exporting data

Assignments

  • ✔ Simulate AC/DC circuits
  • ✔ Plot waveforms using meters & graphs
03 MODULE 3 — Transmission Line & Cable Modeling (6 Hours)

Topics

Overhead line modeling
Cable parameter modeling
π and Distributed parameter lines
Travel waves and reflections
Surge impedance loading
Frequency-dependent line models

Assignments

  • ✔ Create a transmission line and analyze reflections
  • ✔ Calculate and simulate surge impedance

Mini Project

🔧 Build a 132 kV overhead line and evaluate transients

04 MODULE 4 — Transformers & Reactive Power Control (6 Hours)

Topics

1-phase & 3-phase transformer modeling
Tap changer simulation
Inrush current phenomena
Reactive power compensation: SVC, Capacitors, Reactors
Load flow basics in EMTDC

Assignments

  • ✔ Simulate transformer energization
  • ✔ Study tap changer behavior under load

Mini Project

🔧 Inrush Current Analysis of a 3-Phase Transformer

05 MODULE 5 — Generator Modeling & Control Systems (6 Hours)

Topics

Synchronous machine modeling
Excitation systems (AVR)
Governor systems
Power angle & stability
Grid synchronization

Assignments

  • ✔ Simulate a generator connected to a grid
  • ✔ Measure rotor angle & stability response

Mini Project

🔧 AVR + Governor Control Simulation for a 100 MVA Generator

06 MODULE 6 — Fault Analysis & Protection (6 Hours)

Topics

Symmetrical & asymmetrical faults
Single-line-to-ground, double-line, 3-phase faults
Distance protection
Overcurrent & digerential protection
Relay characteristics (IEC/ANSI)
CT & PT modeling

Assignments

  • ✔ Simulate SLG, LL, LLG, 3PH faults
  • ✔ Implement simple overcurrent relay logic

Mini Project

🔧 Distance Relay Characteristics Simulation

07 MODULE 7 — Power Electronics in PSCAD (6 Hours)

Topics

Diode rectifiers
Thyristor (SCR) converters
PWM inverters
DC-DC converters
Harmonics modeling
FACTS devices: STATCOM, UPFC, HVDC

Assignments

  • ✔ Build a 6-pulse rectifier & observe harmonics
  • ✔ Simulate PWM inverter controlling AC motor

Mini Project

🔧 HVDC Link Simulation (Basic)

08 MODULE 8 — Renewable Energy Systems Modeling (5 Hours)

Topics

PV system modeling
Wind turbine modeling
MPPT controllers
Grid-tied inverter
Battery energy storage systems (BESS)
Hybrid microgrid modeling

Assignments

  • ✔ MPPT simulation for PV
  • ✔ Simulate wind-turbine generator with grid

Mini Project

🔧 Grid-Connected Solar + Battery System Simulation

09 MODULE 9 — EMTDC Advanced Features (3 Hours)

Topics

User-defined components
C/C++ integration
Custom models
Debugging & error fixing
Performance optimization

Assignments

  • ✔ Create a user-defined component
  • ✔ Debug simulation instability issues
10 MODULE 10 — Real-Time Power System Studies (3 Hours)

Topics

Transient studies
Switching surge analysis
Lightning impulse response
Black start studies
System stability & load shedding

Assignments

  • ✔ Perform switching surge analysis for a transmission line
  • ✔ Simulate lightning impulse on transformer
11 MAJOR PROJECTS (Select Any 2

1. Wind Farm Integrated into a Grid – Voltage and Frequency Stability

Includes:
✔ Multiple wind turbines
✔ Switching operations
✔ Reactive power control

2. HVDC Transmission Link Simulation

Includes:
✔ Rectifier + Inverter station
✔ DC fault studies
✔ Modulation & controls

3. Microgrid with Solar, Wind & BESS

Includes:
✔ Energy management
✔ Setpoint control
✔ Load transfer & stability
12 Total Training Duration: 40–60 Hours

ModuleHours

Intro + Basics
3
Interface + Simulation
4
Lines + Cables
6
Transformers
6
Generators + Controls
6
Protection
6
Power Electronics
6
Renewable Energy
5
EMTDC Advanced
3
Real-Time Studies
3

Total

48–54 Hours

Tools & Technologies

Every tool listed here is installed, configured and used in a hands-on lab session.

Core Tools

Hands-On Labs

Practical Environment

Industry-Standard Tools

Real-World Setup

Guided Exercises

Skill Building

Sample Datasets

Practice Material

Practice & Projects

Mini Projects

Applied Practice

Assignments

Mentor Reviewed

Doubt Sessions

Live Support

Career Readiness

Resume Building

Career Support

Mock Interviews

Interview Prep

Certification Prep

Global Recognition

Deployment & Delivery

Production Practices

Real-World Ready

Best Practices

Industry Standards

106+
Hands-On Lessons
12
Core Modules
60 hours
Training Duration
100%
Practical Training

You don't just learn PSCAD (POWER SYSTEMS COMPUTER-AIDED DESIGN). You ship it.

Three major projects, each mirroring how production teams actually work — from guided foundations to a portfolio-ready capstone.

PROJECT // 01

Guided Foundation Project

Requirement Analysis

Guided Implementation

Mentor Review

Iteration

Foundation Beginner

Apply the fundamentals in a structured, mentor-reviewed project

Take the core concepts from the first half of the curriculum and apply them to a realistic scenario, with guidance and feedback from your mentor at every step.

Structured project brief
Step-by-step implementation
Mentor feedback and review
Documented outcome
Stack Core Concepts Best Practices
PROJECT // 02

Applied Practice Project

Scenario Design

Independent Build

Testing & Validation

Peer Review

Applied Intermediate

Build a more independent project mirroring real production scenarios

Work through a project that combines multiple concepts from the curriculum, closer to how work is actually structured on the job — less hand-holding, more ownership.

End-to-end implementation
Testing and validation
Documentation
Peer/mentor review
Stack Applied Skills Testing
PROJECT // 03

Capstone Project

Planning

End-to-End Build

Review & Refinement

Presentation

Capstone Advanced

Take a project from requirements to a polished, portfolio-ready deliverable

Your final project — plan, build, test and present a complete solution using everything covered in the curriculum, reviewed by mentors before you graduate.

Complete working solution
Presentation-ready documentation
Mentor sign-off
Portfolio-ready deliverable
Stack Full Curriculum Portfolio

All 3 projects go directly into your portfolio & resume — reviewed by mentors before you graduate.

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  • 80:20 Practical and Theory ratio
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