Module #1 Introduction to Smart Grid Overview of traditional grid vs smart grid, benefits, and challenges
Module #2 Smart Grid Fundamentals Key concepts, architecture, and components of a smart grid
Module #3 Grid Modernization Drivers Renewable energy integration, energy efficiency, and policy drivers
Module #4 Smart Grid Technologies Overview of advanced technologies enabling smart grid, including IoT, AI, and blockchain
Module #5 Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) Smart meters, meter data management, and applications
Module #6 Smart Distribution Systems Distribution automation, fault detection, and self-healing systems
Module #7 Transmission Systems and Grid Management Real-time monitoring, predictive analytics, and grid optimization
Module #8 Substation Automation Intelligent electronic devices, communication protocols, and substation automation systems
Module #9 Grid Scale Energy Storage Technologies, applications, and benefits of grid-scale energy storage
Module #10 Electric Vehicles and Charging Infrastructure EVs as loads, charging strategies, and grid impact
Module #11 Renewable Energy Integration Solar, wind, and hybrid power systems, and grid integration challenges
Module #12 Microgrids and Community Energy Systems Design, operation, and benefits of microgrids and community energy systems
Module #13 Smart Grid Cybersecurity Threats, vulnerabilities, and mitigation strategies for smart grid systems
Module #14 Communication Systems for Smart Grid Wireless and wired communication protocols, and network architectures
Module #15 Data Analytics and Visualization Big data, machine learning, and visualization techniques for smart grid applications
Module #16 Smart Grid Standards and Interoperability Standards, regulations, and interoperability challenges in smart grid systems
Module #17 Smart Grid Business Models and Case Studies Monetization strategies, and successful smart grid implementations and case studies
Module #18 Challenges and Future Directions Addressing the gaps and limitations in current smart grid systems, and future research directions
Module #19 Smart Grid for Grid Resiliency and Disaster Response Role of smart grid in enhancing grid resiliency and disaster response
Module #20 Smart Grid for Demand Response and Energy Efficiency Using smart grid for demand response, energy efficiency, and peak demand management
Module #21 Smart Grid for Customer Engagement and Education Role of smart grid in customer engagement, education, and behavior change
Module #22 Smart Grid for Urban Planning and Development Integration of smart grid with urban planning, and its impact on sustainable development
Module #23 Smart Grid for Rural and Remote Communities Unique challenges and opportunities for smart grid implementations in rural and remote communities
Module #24 Smart Grid Policy and Regulation Overview of policies, regulations, and incentives for smart grid adoption
Module #25 Smart Grid Project Planning and Management Best practices for planning, implementing, and managing smart grid projects
Module #26 Smart Grid Maintenance and Operations Optimization of maintenance and operations of smart grid systems
Module #27 Smart Grid for Water and Gas Utilities Applications and opportunities for smart grid technologies in water and gas utilities
Module #28 Smart Grid for Electric Transportation Systems Electrification of transportation, and its impact on the grid and infrastructure
Module #29 Smart Grid for Building Automation and Energy Management Integration of smart grid with building automation and energy management systems
Module #30 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Smart Grid Systems and Components career