Electricity Supply Fundamentals

Course Objectives

"The goal of the course is to provide organisations that rely on a constant supply of electricity with a better understanding of the intricacies of how electricity is generated, stored & used in its variety of forms, from its variety of sources"

Key Learning Outcomes

• Basic design, operation and components of electrical supply systems
• The integrated electrical grid – generation, transmission and distribution
• Constraints and limitations of electrical supply – voltage regulation, supply quality, reliability and efficiency
• Renewable energy and its incorporation into the grid system
• Tariffs and the cost of energy – a breakdown
• The impact of increased efficiency consumer loads on the supply system
• The environment and the electrical supply system: – Overhead lines or cables? – EMF – wind and PV farms
  • The smart grid: What does it mean? How will it improve electrical supply? 

About the Course

This course will provide an overview of the essential features of operation, both technical and regulatory, of the electrical supply system. It will provide an understanding of the basic technical principles that govern modern electricity supply, including the constraints and limitations that are imposed and how they affect energy users.

The responsibilities and impact of the various regulators that govern electrical supply and usage will be discussed.

Alternative or renewable energy sources such as wind and solar generation will play a major role in future electrical supply systems and their role and the more general impact of climate change on electrical supply will be covered.

The concept of the “Smart Grid” will also be described and discussed both from the consumer and supplier points of view, including its potential for demand management benefits and equipment operational efficiency.

Who Should Attend

All those with no previous experience of electrical supply systems who need a better understanding including senior managers and executives, non-engineers with responsibility for commercial and industrial infrastructure, legal practitioners, financial analysts, consultants, and OHSE representatives

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