Summary
This Technical Brochure is an update to the 2014 WG B5.40 report (TB 599) stemming from profound changes that have swept through the power sector. The last decade has witnessed the accelerated deployment of renewable energy resources, the reinforcement of grid resilience, and the emergence of new grid development goals—most notably, achieving net-zero carbon targets while enhancing reliability, safety, and security. Such developments require a re-evaluation of educational needs and forward-looking strategies. Collaboration between the power sector and educational institutions is essential to ensure a workforce prepared for future challenges, and introducing framework for continual learning and training is crucial to keep the existing PAC workforce educated and informed on the needs and characteristics of an ever-changing system. This brochure’s recommendations are designed to be actionable, relevant, and adaptable, providing guidance to educators, utility professionals, regulators, researchers, and consultants on navigating the complexities of modern PAC systems and workforce development.
Table of content
1. Introduction
1.1 Terms of Reference
1.2 Technical Brochure Subject Overview
1.3 Guide to this Technical Brochure
1.4 What Has Changed Since TB 599 Was Published?
1.5 Recommendations
1.6 Conclusions
1.7 References
2. Penetration of New Technologies
2.1 Introduction
2.2 Changes in the Electric Grid Fundamentals
2.3 PAC Design and Application Challenge
2.4 Needs for Cross-Cutting Knowledge
2.5 Recommendations
2.6 Conclusions
2.7 References
3. Emerging Workforce Profiles
3.1 Introduction
3.2 Multigenerational Workforce
3.3 Power Electronics Engineers
3.4 Data Science/ Analytics
3.5 Cyber Security
3.6 Communication Networks
3.7 Cyber-Physical Modeling and Simulation / Digital Twins
3.8 Virtualization
3.9 Resilience
3.10 Environmental Sustainability and Governance (ESG)
3.11 Recommendations
3.12 Conclusions
3.13 References
4. Enhancements in the Existing Forms of Education
4.1 Introduction
4.2 College / University Level (Undergraduate Qualifications)
4.3 Postgraduate (graduate) Qualifications
4.4 Continuous Professional Development
4.5 Industry Product and Tooling Training
4.6 Online Resources
4.7 Hands-on Experimental Resources
4.8 University Industry Cooperation
4.9 Knowledge Preservation and Management
4.10 The Role of Artificial Intelligence
4.11 The Role of Large-Scale Testbeds
4.12 Recommendations
4.13 Conclusions
4.14 References
5. Examples of New Education Delivery Approaches
5.1 Introduction
5.2 Learning Experience Lifecycle
5.3 Existing Workforce
5.4 New Hires
5.5 Recommendations
5.6 Conclusions
5.7 References
6. Quality Assessment
6.1 Introduction
6.2 Criteria for Quality Assessment
6.3 Accreditation
6.4 Certification
6.5 Professional Awards and Recognition
6.6 Recommendations
6.7 Conclusions
6.8 References
7. Recommendations
8. Conclusion
Appendix A: Definitions, Abbreviations and Symbols
A.1. General Terms
A.2. Specific Terms
Appendix B: Terms of Reference
Appendix C: Example Protection, Automation, and Control Training Program
Additional informations
| Publication type | Technical Brochures |
|---|---|
| Reference | 977 |
| Publication year | |
| Publisher | CIGRE |
| ISBN | 978-2-85873-682-9 |
| Study committees | |
| Working groups | WG B5.82 |
| File size | 4 MB |
| Pages number | 70 |
| Price for non member | 140 € |
| Price for member | Free |
Authors
Mladen Kezunovic, Convenor (US), Beatrice Chong, Vice-Convenor (UK), Caitlin Short, Secretary (US)
Peter Crossley (UK), Ashok Gopalakrishnan (US), Akash Kumar Modi (IN), Kaijian Ou (CN), Bimal Swargiary (IN)
Corresponding Members:
Lara Kruk (AU), Vonani Mathebula (SA), David Meadows (UK), Marcos Mendes (BR), Juan F. Piñeros S. (CO), Logan Rolles (US)
Keywords
Education, workforce development, protection, automation, control
