2026 Global Training Schedule: Electrical Engineering Focus
All courses are intensive, hands-on, and include comprehensive materials. Prices are in USD and can be paid in USD or Iranian Rial (IRR). Fees cover tuition only. Accommodation is optional.
Advanced PLC Programming and Troubleshooting
EE-401 >Category: Electrical Engineering | Duration: 5 Days
Dates: January 10 - January 14, 2026 (Sat-Wed)
Course Fee: $450
Optional Accommodation Fee (5 Nights): $250
This course goes beyond basic control concepts, focusing on sophisticated programming techniques and systematic troubleshooting of complex industrial control systems.
- Advanced Ladder Logic (LL) and Structured Text (ST) programming standards.
- Implementing Sequential Function Charts (SFCs) and Function Block Diagrams (FBDs).
- I/O addressing, network communication setup (e.g., Modbus, Ethernet/IP), and SCADA integration.
- Systematic diagnostic methods and fault finding in real-world PLC applications.
- Data logging, alarm management, and regulatory control strategies.
Power System Protection: Relays and Coordination
EE-406 >Category: Electrical Engineering | Duration: 2 Weeks
Dates: January 24 - February 4, 2026 (Sat-Wed x 2)
Course Fee: $900
Optional Accommodation Fee (12 Nights): $600
This comprehensive workshop provides in-depth knowledge of protective relay principles, setting calculations, and coordination techniques for power distribution and transmission systems.
- Understanding primary protection relays (e.g., 87, 21, 50/51) and their applications.
- Calculating and implementing time-current characteristic curves for coordination.
- Configuring and testing modern digital relays (e.g., SEL, ABB, GE).
- Symmetrical components and fault calculation (single-phase to ground, three-phase, etc.).
- Practical case studies on bus, line, transformer, and motor protection.
High Voltage DC (HVDC) Transmission Systems
EE-407 >Category: Electrical Engineering | Duration: 3 Days
Dates: February 9 - February 11, 2026 (Mon-Wed)
Course Fee: $270
Optional Accommodation Fee (3 Nights): $150
A specialized training on the principles, operation, and control of modern HVDC transmission, focusing on both Line-Commutated Converters (LCC) and Voltage Source Converters (VSC).
- Comparison of AC vs. DC transmission for long distances and asynchronous grids.
- Converter station design and key components (thyristors, IGBTs, transformers).
- Control strategies for LCC and VSC (e.g., power flow control, reactive power control).
- Harmonics, filtering requirements, and mitigating AC-DC interaction issues.
- System protection and transient performance of HVDC links.
Substation Design and Equipment Specification
EE-408 >Category: Electrical Engineering | Duration: 3 Days
Dates: February 23 - February 25, 2026 (Mon-Wed)
Course Fee: $270
Optional Accommodation Fee (3 Nights): $150
This course provides a complete framework for planning, designing, and specifying major equipment for utility and industrial substations (up to 230 kV).
- Substation types (AIS, GIS, Hybrid) and layout planning (bus configurations).
- Specification and selection of circuit breakers, disconnect switches, and instrument transformers (CTs/PTs).
- Insulation coordination and Surge Arrester selection based on switching and lightning transients.
- Substation grounding grid design (IEEE 80) for safety and performance.
- Control and protection panel design and wiring standards.
Electrical Power Quality Analysis and Mitigation
EE-409 >Category: Electrical Engineering | Duration: 1 Week
Dates: March 7 - March 11, 2026 (Sat-Wed)
Course Fee: $450
Optional Accommodation Fee (5 Nights): $250
A practical course focusing on identifying, measuring, and mitigating common power quality disturbances in industrial and commercial electrical systems, adhering to IEEE standards.
- Understanding power quality phenomena: transients, sags, swells, and momentary interruptions.
- Harmonic analysis (IEEE 519) from non-linear loads (VFDs, UPS) and mitigation techniques (filters).
- Measuring power quality using power analyzers and interpreting recorded data.
- Voltage imbalance and flicker analysis in sensitive systems.
- Grounding and bonding techniques for noise reduction and system integrity.
Industrial Control Panel Design (UL/IEC Standards)
EE-410 >Category: Electrical Engineering | Duration: 1 Week
Dates: March 21 - March 25, 2026 (Sat-Wed)
Course Fee: $450
Optional Accommodation Fee (5 Nights): $250
Covers the essential design requirements for industrial control panels, ensuring compliance with both North American (UL 508A, NFPA 79) and International (IEC 61439) standards for safety and functionality.
- Understanding Short Circuit Current Rating (SCCR) and component selection.
- Panel layout, wire sizing, and fusing/circuit protection strategies.
- Applying proper thermal management (ventilation, cooling) for enclosed panels.
- Compliance with safety standards (e.g., emergency stops, interlocks, functional safety integration).
- Documentation requirements: schematics, bill of materials, and nameplate data.
Power Transformer Monitoring, Protection, and Testing
EE-405 >Category: Electrical Engineering | Duration: 5 Weeks
Dates: March 28 - April 30, 2026 (Sat-Thu, including break days)
Course Fee: $2,250
Optional Accommodation Fee (33 Nights): $1,650
This is a comprehensive, five-week masterclass covering every aspect of power transformer asset management, reliability, and maintenance, essential for utility and heavy industry professionals.
- **Week 1: Fundamentals & Diagnostics:** Transformer construction, insulation systems, and Dissolved Gas Analysis (DGA) interpretation.
- **Week 2: Advanced Testing:** Turns Ratio (TTR), Winding Resistance, and Capacitance and Dissipation Factor (Tangent Delta) tests.
- **Week 3: Frequency Response & Bushings:** Sweep Frequency Response Analysis (SFRA) for winding deformation and advanced bushing testing methods.
- **Week 4: Protection Systems:** Configuring and testing differential relays (87T), overcurrent protection (50/51), and Restricted Earth Fault (REF) schemes.
- **Week 5: Monitoring & Life Cycle Management:** Installation of online monitoring systems (thermal, acoustic), ferroresonance mitigation, and end-of-life assessment.
Earthing and Lightning Protection Systems (IEC & IEEE)
EE-411 >Category: Electrical Engineering | Duration: 2 Weeks
Dates: May 2 - May 13, 2026 (Sat-Wed x 2)
Course Fee: $900
Optional Accommodation Fee (12 Nights): $600
A rigorous training program covering the theoretical principles and practical design of grounding (earthing) systems and lightning protection for utility and industrial facilities, compliant with major international standards.
- **Week 1: Grounding Theory:** Soil resistivity measurement, ground grid analysis (IEEE 80), and step/touch voltage calculations.
- System grounding methods (solidly grounded, ungrounded, resistance grounded).
- **Week 2: Lightning Protection:** Direct strike protection (rolling sphere, mesh methods), internal protection (SPD selection), and surge propagation theory.
- Practical hands-on sessions using simulation software for design verification.
- Compliance and inspection procedures (e.g., IEC 62305).
Medium Voltage Switchgear Maintenance and Testing
EE-412 >Category: Electrical Engineering | Duration: 5 Days
Dates: May 16 - May 20, 2026 (Sat-Wed)
Course Fee: $450
Optional Accommodation Fee (5 Nights): $250
This course provides comprehensive training on the inspection, maintenance, and diagnostic testing of medium voltage (MV) switchgear (e.g., 5kV to 38kV), focusing on preventative practices to maximize operational life.
- MV breaker operating mechanisms, interlock schemes, and racking procedures.
- Primary and secondary injection testing of protective relays integrated with switchgear.
- High-potential (Hi-Pot) testing of cables and busbars.
- Inspecting and maintaining current transformers (CTs) and potential transformers (PTs).
- Troubleshooting common faults like tracking, partial discharge, and insulation failure.
Renewable Energy Grid Integration and Interconnection
EE-413 >Category: Electrical Engineering | Duration: 5 Days
Dates: May 30 - June 3, 2026 (Sat-Wed)
Course Fee: $450
Optional Accommodation Fee (5 Nights): $250
Focuses on the technical challenges and requirements for connecting large-scale solar and wind farms to the utility grid, including stability, power quality, and protection issues.
- Grid codes and interconnection standards (e.g., IEEE 1547, FERC Order 842).
- Modeling and simulation of renewable generation (PV inverters, wind turbine generators).
- Fault ride-through capability (FRT) requirements and control system tuning.
- Mitigating voltage fluctuations, harmonics, and frequency deviations caused by intermittent generation.
- Designing power collection systems (medium voltage AC and DC).
Industrial Electrical Safety (NFPA 70E Compliance)
EE-402 >Category: Electrical Engineering | Duration: 3 Days
Dates: June 8 - June 10, 2026 (Mon-Wed)
Course Fee: $270
Optional Accommodation Fee (3 Nights): $150
Focuses on establishing an electrically safe work condition by applying the latest requirements of NFPA 70E for electrical safety in the workplace, emphasizing risk assessment and mitigation.
- Understanding the dangers of arc flash and arc blast hazards.
- Performing electrical hazard identification and risk assessments.
- Selecting appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) based on incident energy and arc flash boundaries.
- Developing and implementing effective lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures for electrical equipment.
- Training requirements and documentation necessary for compliance.
Smart Grid Communication Protocols and Architecture
EE-414 >Category: Electrical Engineering | Duration: 1 Week
Dates: June 20 - June 24, 2026 (Sat-Wed)
Course Fee: $450
Optional Accommodation Fee (5 Nights): $250
A course dedicated to the communication backbone of the modern grid, covering the standards, protocols, and network architecture necessary for reliable and secure data exchange.
- Detailed analysis of IEC 61850 for substation automation and peer-to-peer communication (GOOSE).
- Understanding DNP3 and Modbus protocols for SCADA and RTU communication.
- Cybersecurity considerations for industrial control systems (ICS/OT networks).
- Implementing Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) and associated networking technologies.
- Designing robust and redundant communication networks (fiber optic, wireless).
Advanced Motor Control and Drives
EE-415 >Category: Electrical Engineering | Duration: 3 Days
Dates: July 6 - July 8, 2026 (Mon-Wed)
Course Fee: $270
Optional Accommodation Fee (3 Nights): $150
Focuses on specialized electric motor control techniques beyond V/Hz, including vector control, direct torque control (DTC), and advanced motion control architectures for high-performance applications.
- Modeling and simulation of induction and permanent magnet synchronous motors.
- Understanding and implementing Field-Oriented Control (FOC) or vector control algorithms.
- Tuning drive parameters for optimal speed and torque response in dynamic loading conditions.
- Applying regenerative braking and four-quadrant operation in industrial drives.
- Troubleshooting complex drive-motor interactions and fault codes.
Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) Integration
EE-416 >Category: Electrical Engineering | Duration: 4 Days
Dates: July 20 - July 23, 2026 (Mon-Thu)
Course Fee: $360
Optional Accommodation Fee (4 Nights): $200
Focuses on the design, safety, and operational aspects of large-scale Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) for grid support, renewable energy firming, and microgrid applications.
- Battery chemistry types (Li-ion, Flow, Lead-Acid) and selection criteria (C-rate, cycle life).
- Integration of power conversion systems (PCS) and inverter control for charging/discharging.
- Battery Management System (BMS) functionality, state-of-charge (SOC), and state-of-health (SOH) monitoring.
- System safety (fire suppression, ventilation, thermal runaway mitigation) and regulatory compliance (UL 9540).
- Sizing BESS for specific applications (peak shaving, frequency regulation).
Variable Frequency Drives (VFD) Installation & Control
EE-404 >Category: Electrical Engineering | Duration: 4 Days
Dates: August 3 - August 6, 2026 (Mon-Thu)
Course Fee: $360
Optional Accommodation Fee (4 Nights): $200
A practical course covering VFD selection, installation, and optimization, focusing on improving motor control, energy efficiency, and reducing harmonic distortion in industrial environments.
- VFD component structure (rectifier, DC bus, inverter) and motor control theory (V/Hz, vector control).
- Correct sizing, wiring practices, and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) mitigation.
- Parameter programming for application-specific control (pump, fan, conveyor).
- Troubleshooting common faults: overcurrent, overvoltage, ground faults, and motor winding issues.
- Harmonic mitigation techniques and power factor correction.
SCADA and Telemetry Systems Engineering
EE-417 >Category: Electrical Engineering | Duration: 3 Days
Dates: August 17 - August 19, 2026 (Mon-Wed)
Course Fee: $270
Optional Accommodation Fee (3 Nights): $150
A core course on designing, implementing, and maintaining Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems, focusing on data integration, HMI development, and communication architectures for electrical assets.
- SCADA architecture components (MTU, RTU, HMI, communication links).
- Data modeling, tagging conventions, and database integration.
- Designing effective Human-Machine Interfaces (HMI) for operator efficiency and alarm management.
- Selecting appropriate telemetry methods (radio, fiber, cellular) for remote site monitoring.
- Security best practices for SCADA/ICS networks (per IEC 62443).
Advanced Power System Analysis and Simulation
EE-418 >Category: Electrical Engineering | Duration: 1 Week
Dates: August 29 - September 2, 2026 (Sat-Wed)
Course Fee: $450
Optional Accommodation Fee (5 Nights): $250
Provides power system engineers with advanced techniques in load flow, short circuit, and transient stability analysis using industry-leading software (e.g., ETAP, PSS/E, DIgSILENT).
- Modeling complex system components (generators, FACTS devices, transmission lines).
- Solving non-linear load flow problems (Newton-Raphson method) and contingency analysis.
- Performing short circuit studies (ANSI/IEEE and IEC methods) for equipment sizing.
- Transient stability analysis (generator swing curves, critical clearing time).
- Harmonic penetration studies and mitigation strategies.
Microgrid Design and Operation
EE-419 >Category: Electrical Engineering | Duration: 5 Days
Dates: September 12 - September 16, 2026 (Sat-Wed)
Course Fee: $450
Optional Accommodation Fee (5 Nights): $250
Focuses on the entire lifecycle of microgrids, from feasibility and design to control, operation, and seamlessly transitioning between islanded and grid-connected modes.
- Feasibility studies, load profiling, and Distributed Energy Resource (DER) selection (solar, diesel, BESS).
- Control hierarchy (primary, secondary, tertiary) for frequency and voltage regulation.
- Protection schemes for microgrids in both grid-connected and islanded modes.
- Power quality and stability challenges in islanded operation.
- Economic dispatch and energy management system (EMS) design.
Power Electronics for Industrial Applications
EE-420 >Category: Electrical Engineering | Duration: 4 Days
Dates: September 28 - October 1, 2026 (Mon-Thu)
Course Fee: $360
Optional Accommodation Fee (4 Nights): $200
This training provides a fundamental understanding of power electronic circuits (converters, inverters, choppers) and their widespread use in motor drives, renewable energy interfaces, and uninterruptible power supplies (UPS).
- Analysis of AC-DC rectifiers (controlled and uncontrolled) and power factor correction circuits.
- Design and control of DC-AC inverters (PWM techniques, multi-level inverters).
- Selection of power semiconductor devices (IGBTs, MOSFETs, Thyristors) and heat sinking.
- Application of DC-DC converters (buck, boost, flyback) in auxiliary power systems.
- Harmonic content analysis and filtering strategies for power electronic devices.
High Voltage Circuit Breaker Testing and Maintenance
EE-403 >Category: Electrical Engineering | Duration: 2 Weeks
Dates: October 10 - October 21, 2026 (Sat-Wed x 2)
Course Fee: $900
Optional Accommodation Fee (12 Nights): $600
An in-depth, hands-on program focused on the preventive maintenance and diagnostic testing of various types of High Voltage (HV) circuit breakers, ensuring operational readiness and minimizing failure rates.
- **Week 1: Fundamentals & Diagnostics:** Types of breakers (SF6, vacuum, oil), operating mechanisms, and routine inspections.
- Contact resistance measurement and timing tests (trip/close coil operation).
- Handling and maintenance of SF6 gas (leak detection, purification, and regulatory compliance).
- **Week 2: Advanced Testing & Maintenance:** Insulation resistance and power factor testing of bushings and interrupters.
- Analyzing Dynamic Contact Resistance Measurement (DCRM) results for contact wear.
- Troubleshooting electrical and mechanical trip/close circuit issues.
Distributed Generation Interconnection Standards & Impact
EE-421 >Category: Electrical Engineering | Duration: 4 Weeks
Dates: October 31 - November 25, 2026 (Sat-Wed x 4)
Course Fee: $1,800
Optional Accommodation Fee (26 Nights): $1,300
This comprehensive, four-week course is structured for utility engineers to understand and manage the technical impacts of connecting distributed generation (DG) resources (solar, fuel cells) to the distribution network.
- **Week 1: Standards and Regulations:** Detailed review of IEEE 1547 and local utility interconnection agreements.
- **Week 2: Impact Analysis:** Hosting capacity studies, voltage rise issues, and distribution network stability modeling.
- **Week 3: Protection:** Advanced distribution protection schemes (directional overcurrent, loss-of-mains detection, anti-islanding).
- **Week 4: Operations & Control:** Advanced distribution automation (DA), Volt/VAR optimization (VVO), and managing bi-directional power flow.