301-14 SCADA and EMS
Learning objectives
- Describe how control centers are used to monitor and control remote substation and distribution equipment
- Discuss the hierarchy and the purpose of the major components comprising the SCADA system
- Describe how instrument transformers and transducers are used to provide system assessment information
- Describe the conversion process on CT and PT secondary signals for transport preparation to the master computer
- Discuss the different applications for one, two, and three element transducers
- Discuss the proper placement of power system measurement sensors
- Explain why sensor and transducer scaling is needed
- Describe the types of equipment that can be controlled by SCADA
- Describe the different ways to incorporate SCADA control of substation equipment and field devices
- Discuss what is meant by control disable function
- Discuss what is meant by control interactions
- Discuss the architecture of SCADA master station
- Discuss the advanced applications of SCADA systems
- Explain the differences between generation, transmission and distribution SCADA systems
Course overview
The SCADA and EMS training course explains how SCADA, RTUs, and communication systems provide the electronic means for control centers to monitor the state of the power system, selectively control equipment in remote locations, and feed application programs used in EMS. This online course covers SCADA and RTUs, sensors and transducers, control and state monitoring, Emergency Management Systems, and utility communications.
The individuals involved in the development and promotion of this course do not receive any compensation or financial benefits outside of their regular employment for their work on this course.
