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Regional Electrical Systems Interconnections Course

Online 300 h course in regional electrical systems interconnections. 6 modules covering Regulation (EU) 2019/943, Regulation (EU) 2022/869 (RTE-E) and PSS/E. Dedicated tutor and open enrolment.

Duration300 h
ModeOnline
Start datesSet by the faculty
AwardSEIUM Institute diploma
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Learning outcomes

What you will be able to do

01

Explain the technical and economic benefits of interconnections.

02

Analyse the coordinated operation of interconnected systems.

03

Calculate cross-border exchange capacities.

04

Compare regional electricity markets across different continents.

05

Apply ENTSO-E's cost-benefit analysis methodology.

06

Evaluate the financing and cost allocation of interconnections.

07

Prepare feasibility studies for regional interconnections.

Profile

Who it's for

  • Grid planning engineer looking to specialise in Regional Electrical Systems Interconnections.
  • Cross-border markets analyst looking to specialise in Regional Electrical Systems Interconnections.
  • System operation engineer looking to specialise in Regional Electrical Systems Interconnections.
  • Interconnection consultant looking to specialise in Regional Electrical Systems Interconnections.
  • Transmission project manager looking to specialise in Regional Electrical Systems Interconnections.
  • Regulatory analyst looking to specialise in Regional Electrical Systems Interconnections.
  • Graduates in engineering or science seeking to enter the electricity transmission sector.
Standards & tools

What you'll work with

  • Regulation (EU) 2019/943
  • Regulation (EU) 2022/869 (RTE-E)
  • Regulation (EU) 2015/1222 (CACM)
  • Regulation (EU) 2017/1485 (SO GL)
  • Regulation (EU) 2016/1447 (HVDC)
  • Framework Treaty of the Central American Electricity Market (1996)
  • Regulation (EU) 2021/1153 on the Connecting Europe Facility
Syllabus

6 modules · 300 h

  1. 1.1Technical and economic advantages of interconnecting
  2. 1.2European synchronous areas
  3. 1.3Alternating current interconnections
  4. 1.4Direct current links
  5. 1.5Exchange capacity and NTC
  6. 1.6European 15 % target
  7. 1.7Spain–France interconnection
  8. 1.8Interconnection with Portugal and Morocco
  9. 1.9Synchronisation of the Baltic countries
  10. 1.10Case study: benefit of a new interconnection
  1. 2.1Frequency-power control between areas
  2. 2.2Area control error
  3. 2.3Loop flows and transfers
  4. 2.4Phase-shifting transformers
  5. 2.5Inter-area oscillations
  6. 2.6Regional security coordinators
  7. 2.7Coordinated security analysis
  8. 2.8Cross-border redispatch
  9. 2.9Coordinated outage planning
  10. 2.10Laboratory: simulation of inter-area oscillation
  1. 3.1Common grid model
  2. 3.2Flow-based calculation
  3. 3.370 % minimum capacity criterion
  4. 3.4Critical network elements
  5. 3.5Explicit and implicit auctions
  6. 3.6Financial transmission rights
  7. 3.7Congestion rents
  8. 3.8Compensation between operators
  9. 3.9JAO platform
  10. 3.10Practice: simplified NTC calculation
  1. 4.1SIEPAC in Central America
  2. 4.2Andean system SINEA
  3. 4.3Southern African Power Pool
  4. 4.4Gulf Interconnection GCCIA
  5. 4.5ASEAN grid
  6. 4.6Interconnections in North America
  7. 4.7Intercontinental projects
  8. 4.8Governance of regional markets
  9. 4.9Political and regulatory barriers
  10. 4.10Case study: lessons from the Regional Electricity Market
  1. 5.1Ten-Year Network Development Plan (TYNDP)
  2. 5.2Projects of common interest
  3. 5.3Revised RTE-E Regulation
  4. 5.4ENTSO-E cost-benefit analysis
  5. 5.5Cross-border cost allocation
  6. 5.6Connecting Europe Facility
  7. 5.7Environmental assessment of interconnections
  8. 5.8Submarine cables and routes
  9. 5.9Social acceptance
  10. 5.10Workshop: cost-benefit analysis of a TYNDP project
  1. 6.1Selection of the systems to interconnect
  2. 6.2Technical study of the connection
  3. 6.3Expected capacity and flows
  4. 6.4Economic and security benefits
  5. 6.5Regulatory and financing framework
  6. 6.6Feasibility report
  7. 6.7Stability analysis of the combined system
  8. 6.8Cross-border cost allocation
  9. 6.9Report and presentation
  10. 6.10Final review with the tutor
Methodology, software & labs

How you'll learn

100 % online training on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable material, recorded classes and a dedicated technical tutor. No fixed timetables: students progress at their own pace within the intake, which makes it possible to combine study with work.

Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is PSS/E, PowerFactory, PyPSA, PLEXOS, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Tests are studied on real procedures for load-flow studies on an interconnection, calculation of exchange capacity and cost-benefit analysis of a cross-border project. Assessment is continuous per module plus the final integrating project.

Accreditable laboratories(EN ISO/IEC 17025) with a rotor test rig, EMC/Lightning pre-compliance, HIL/SIL, vibration/acoustics.
Evidence-focused Master's Thesis:safety case, test plan, compliance dossier and operational limits.
Industry-mentored:lecturers with careers in training, , eVTOL/UAM and flight test.
Flexible delivery(hybrid/online), international cohorts and support from SEIUM Career Services.
Ethics and safety:a safety-by-design approach, OT cybersecurity, DIH and compliance as core pillars.
Capstone project

Build it end to end

Your final project follows the real engineering workflow, step by step, reviewed by your tutor.

Selection of the systems to interconnect

Explain the technical and economic benefits of interconnections.

Technical study of the connection

Analyse the coordinated operation of interconnected systems.

Expected capacity and flows

Calculate cross-border exchange capacities.

Economic and security benefits

Compare regional electricity markets across different continents.

Regulatory and financing framework

Apply ENTSO-E's cost-benefit analysis methodology.

Career opportunities

Where this takes you

Grid planning engineerCross-border markets analystSystem operation engineerInterconnection consultantTransmission project managerRegulatory analyst
Admissions & scholarships

Requirements

  • No prior degree is required.
  • Internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme's software.
  • Sufficient Spanish to follow technical regulatory reading.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

The programme comprises 300 hours in total, spread over 3 to 5 months. That is between 10 and 15 hours per week on average, compatible with a full-time job.

You will work with PSS/E, PowerFactory, PyPSA and PLEXOS. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates the free alternative where one exists.

An in-house SEIUM diploma upon passing the continuous assessment and the integrating project. It is in-house training, not an official qualification from the Ministry.

Yes. Modules passed in a course or postgraduate diploma in the same area can be credited towards the higher-level programme. Check the recognition policy when you enrol.

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