Introduction to Power Systems/ High Voltage Engineering
Certificate Course - Energy Engineering - EE.4.1.I26
| Date | Jul 12-13, 2027 |
| Duration | 2 days |
| Location | on campus - Karlsruhe |
| Language | English |
| ECTS | upon request |
| Cost | 1,550 € |
Course prerequisites - Basics of electric circuits (Kirchhoff’s law, Ohms law, AC current, complex numbers, etc.) are helpful.
Fundamentals
Basics of power system structure, key definitions, and essential knowledge of electrical insulation.
Technology
Understanding power system components and the principles of transmission and distribution.
Applications
Provides the foundation needed to follow and apply concepts in subsequent power system lectures.
What you´ll explore
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Introduction to Power Systems
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Basics of power systems for engineers and scientists.
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General structure of power systems.
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Definition of complex power.
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1-phase and 3-phase systems.
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Symmetrical and unsymmetrical systems.
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Phasor diagrams for load flow, short circuit and no load.
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High Voltage Engineering
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Electrical insulation systems (solid, liquid, gaseous).
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Breakdown in homogenous and inhomogeneous conditions.
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Insulation coordination.
Your key takeaways
Participants:
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Gain knowledge of the structural principles and calculation methods for the calculation of electric networks.
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Gain competencies to evaluate the high voltage insulation for various applications.
Taught by recognized experts in Power Systems/ High Voltage Engineering
Benefit from the knowledge of leading specialists with extensive experience in research and industry. Their deep expertise guarantees a course of outstanding academic and practical quality.
Dr.-Ing. Michael Suriyah
Dr.-Ing. Michael Suriyah is a researcher and lecturer at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), specializing in energy networks and high-voltage engineering; he leads work in grid technologies, transformer diagnostics, and high-voltage testing, and contributes to research projects on modern power systems and energy infrastructure analysis.
Who should attend
This course is particularly beneficial for professionals in the following fields
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Experts in utilities, grid companies, and energy infrastructure
Staff in transmission and distribution system operators, municipal utilities, gas and electricity network operators, and infrastructure companies who are responsible for network planning, operation, grid codes, compliance with EU network regulations, and cross-border coordination. -
Regulators, policymakers, and public-sector professionals
Employees in national regulatory authorities, ministries, the European Commission and agencies, as well as in regional and local authorities who design, interpret or implement European energy and network regulation, market rules, and security-of-supply provisions. -
Consultants, analysts, and corporate strategy professionals
Professionals in consulting firms, energy companies, industry associations, and corporate strategy, legal or regulatory affairs departments who assess the impact of European network regulations on business models, investments, tariffs, and market integration. -
Researchers and early-career academics
Master’s students, PhD candidates, postdoctoral researchers, and academic staff in the fields of energy law, regulation, energy economics or energy policy who seek an application-oriented overview of the European framework for electricity and gas networks and its practical implications.
Advance your career with KIT-level expertise
Benefit from the reputation of the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) while gaining practical skills, flexible learning opportunities, and a recognized certificate to support your long-term professional growth.
Flexibility
Gain focused expertise in a specific field without committing to a full degree program, allowing you to build relevant knowledge efficiently and integrate learning seamlessly into your professional routine.
Relevance
Benefit from high-quality academic content combined with practical insights, delivered by experienced experts, supporting continuous, lifelong learning while ensuring direct applicability in real-world scenarios.
Advancement
Enhance your professional profile with a recognized certificate, demonstrating your commitment to ongoing development and supporting your career with tangible, verifiable credentials.