Professional Diploma in Power System Analysis  (T359)

The learning outcomes are as follows:

1. familiarity with and knowledge of power system dynamic modelling and control of power systems with high shares of renewable energy resources;
2. knowledge of state-of-art numerical methods for the stability analysis of power systems;
3. knowledge of state-of-art optimization methods for the technical and economical operation of power systems;
4. the ability to communicate effectively in the fields of power system modelling, control, optimization and stability analysis 
5. the ability to learn independently. 

The programme represents an opportunity for those who have previous experience, or are currently employed, in the electrical engineering sector and wish to enhance their knowledge in the fields of electrical energy system security, control, stability analysis, resilience, renewable energy, converter-interfaced generation and low-inertia systems.

This  knowldge will be of particular  interest to  companies such as EirGrid, ESB, SSE, Energia, Arup, Enel X and PremiumPower into the future.

Stage 1

The Professional Diploma in Power System Analysis is a Single-Stage 20-credit Level 9 Part-time programme. This programme can be completed over one or two years (up to four trimesters). To be eligible for the award of this Professional Diploma students must complete the required 20 credits with the 2-year registration period. Students are encouraged to take a minimum of one module per trimester to ensure a balanced workload across the 2-year registration period. However, any students wishing to complete the programme within 1 year (two trimesters) should take two modules per trimester to ensure a balanced workload.