IEC 61850
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Date: May 16, 2019
This course will introduce the IEC-61850 Proxy Gateway and its role in substation-to-substation communications for protection applications. This course will cover the main features and application considerations of a proxy gateway, along with real-world examples.
Who should attend: Individuals with a role in designing and implementing relay protection systems requiring station-to-station communications and utilizing IEC-61850. This course is geared towards those who are both new to IEC-61850 and those with a basic understanding.
How you will benefit: You will learn common industry terms related to IEC-61850 and proxy gateways, including concepts and methods which are critical to design and implementation. Understanding the basic principles of a proxy gateway will provide beneficial related job knowledge.
Date: October 19, 2017
This course will provide insight into using IEC-61850 GOOSE protocol for Direct Transfer Trip (DTT) of Distributed Energy Resources (DER) utilizing packet based networks. With the obsolescence of audio tone leased lines and legacy digital circuits it is becoming necessary to utilize current generation communications methods including packet based methods. Provide practical real world examples including communications methods, benefits, disadvantages and lessons learned.
Who should attend: Individuals with a role in communications of remote trip signals from either the system protection or communications side of the business. This course is geared towards those who are new to and familiar with Direct Transfer Trip.
How you will benefit: You will gain insightful information into utilizing IEC-61850 GOOSE for remote tripping which are critical to design and implementation of such systems. Understanding the application of packet-based protocols versus traditional analog and digital technology will provide beneficial job knowledge.
