EMTP

EMTP Basic e-Training
2020-05-28
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Simulation and Analysis of Large-Scale Power Systems with Renewables
2020-09-14
Simulation and Analysis of Large-Scale Power Systems with Renewables
Course Overview
Learn on power system transients and to predict the outcome of transient events on power systems. Learn about EMTP and its unique capabilities for simulating complex power systems from load-flow to time-domain in the same simulation environment.
The attendees must bring their own laptop computers on which we will install the EMTP software for the duration of the course. The attendees will also receive a free 30-day limited access to the EMTP software. Prior experience with EMTP is not required. The attendees will master EMTP usage at the end of the course. The course will move from basic level concepts to advanced simulation methods and models. The topics include traditional power systems and power systems with renewable energy systems. Large-scale power system analysis methods in a unified environment are emphasized.
Who should attend?
The course will benefit to engineering personnel familiar with power systems and who need to get more in-depth knowledge on the simulation and analysis of power systems. The course will also benefit to researchers, professors and engineers with more advanced knowledge on power system transients.
Course fee
Fee covers morning and afternoon breaks, scheduled lunches and course materials. Registered University Students and Professors may receive a discount of 30%. The full amount should be paid before attending the course.
Cancellation Policy:
If you cannot attend, please notify us no later than three weeks before the course begins, and we will refund your fee. Cancellations received after this date and no-shows will not be refunded. You may enroll a substitute at any time before the course starts. If the course is cancelled by us, you will be notified at least two weeks before the course and fully refunded for the Course Fee.
Staying at location: Hotel suggestions will be provided to you on enrollment. Each participant must cover his/her travel and staying costs.
Course schedule
The duration is 5 days.
The course starts at 8:30 and ends at 16:30. Registration is on Monday at 8:00.

Computer and temporary EMTP license
Temporary EMTP licenses will be provided to the audience. The participants must bring their own computers.

Program
Day 1:

Introduction to the program

Welcoming remarks
The range of problems and frequencies: lightning, switching and temporary overvoltages; electromechanical transients

Theoretical backgrounds on Power Systems and Transients

Theoretical analysis methods
What you can expect to learn

EMTP Numerical methods for the simulation of transients

Load-flow, Steady-state, Automatic initialization
Frequency scan
Time-domain

Introduction to EMTP using examples (exercises conducted by participants)

Overview: devices, pins and signals, subnetworks, libraries
Power and Control devices
Device attributes
Basic scripting techniques
MPLOT and ScopeView

Basic models: switches, RLC branches, ideal sources
Capacitor bank switching example (exercises conducted by participants)
Ferroresonance
Multiphase power-flow (exercises conducted by participants)

Methodology and setup options
Initialization IEEE-34 bus distribution test case study
Techniques for studying large distribution grids

Day 2:

Simulation of control systems

Block diagrams, initialization
Measuring and interfacing devices
User-defined modeling

Switching device models

Simulation of power electronics devices
Power converters and switching devices

Transmission/Distribution line and cable models

Theory and available models
PI-section, Constant Parameter model, Frequency dependent models
Corona model
Application examples: various switching phenomena (exercises conducted by participants)

Synchronous and asynchronous machine models and related controls

Case setup, controls and automatic initialization
Exciters and Governors with automatic initialization from load-flow solution
Startup from 0 Hz option

Studying complete systems with high-level modules and efficiency (exercises conducted by participants)

Easy transition from load-flow to steady-state to time-domain
Switching transients
Temporary overvoltages
TRV study tool

Day 3:

Analysis of a 500 kV and 230 kV grids (long exercises conducted by participants)

Complete system setup
Load-flow solution, automatic initialization
Electromechanical and electromagnetic studies

Simulation of large grids with conventional generation

T0-grid case
Fast computation

Usage of frequency dependent network equivalents
Protection systems

Library of protection devices
Integration of line protection relays into 500 kV system
Overcurrent protection
Distance protection
Power swing

Day 4:

Wind park models

Detailed and average value versions
Control and Protection systems
Initialization
Validation

Photovoltaic (PV) models

Detailed and average value versions
Control and Protection systems
Initialization

Integration of renewables in large scale grids

PV and Wind park integration
Subsynchronous control interaction studies in realistic systems using impedance scanning techniques

Advanced topics

Fault location in complex networks based on Electromagnetic Time Reversal
Various demonstrations
User-defined modeling methods
Advanced programming with EMTP using scripts and various other methods
DLL based models

Day 5: Real-time simulations (Optional and included in the course fee)

Introduction to OPAL-RT real-time solutions

Introduction to HYPERSIM and OPAL-RT real-time suits
Compatibility between EMTP and HYPERSIM
Advantages of real-time simulation

Simulating distributed energy resources (DER) models in real-time simulation

Modeling photovoltaics (PVs), battery energy storage systems (BESS) and wind turbines (WTs)
Design of power electronics models with FPGA-based Power Electronics (eHS)

Cyber Physical Simulation (CPS) to ensure security of electric power grids

Challenges of cyber security testing in Industrial Control Systems (ICS) for power grids
Demonstration of a simulated cyber attack

Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) testing for power system protection

IEC 61850: Standard for communications in substations
Protection relay testing

Contact for training information
Frédérique PEYRET | Marketing Manager, EMTP Alliance
Email: marketing@emtp-software.com
Jean MAHSEREDJIAN, Ph.D, IEEE Fellow | Lead developer of EMTP
Email: jean@emtp.com
General conditions
Participants will have to pay 100% in advance before the course.
Advance payment is required by credit card or by Bank wire Transfer.
In case you cannot attend the training after having registered, please contact us as soon as possible at marketing@emtp-software.com
Under no circumstances the participants may request reimbursement of accommodation and travel expenditures.
We recommend you to make your travel arrangements once the training is confirmed.
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HVDC-VSC SYSTEM
2022-03-28

Inverter Based Resources (IBR) integration studies
2022-04-27
Inverter Based Resources (IBR) integration studies
Objectives
The objective of these workshops is to familiarize attendees with EMT simulations of IBRs and grid integration analysis.
EMTP® is used for all simulations and illustration examples. Practical test cases are provided to illustrate the various concepts.

Training structure
This training is divided in 2 workshops. The two workshops are independent, even though it is recommended to participate in both of them.
The complete training duration is 2 days.
It starts at 8:30 am and ends at 12:00 pm on both days.
Breakfast will be available.
Intended audience
This course is intended for engineers, researchers, operators and maintenance personnel. It provides an up-to-date technical expertise on renewable energy integration projects.
Computer and temporary EMTP® license
Each participant will have to bring a personal computer. EMTP® temporary licenses will be provided for the duration of the course.

Program
Day 1:
Workshop 1 focuses on traditional EMT analysis applied to IBR. The content is:

IBR modeling
Transformer energization
Fault analysis
Temporary overvoltage
Harmonic analysis

Day 2:
Workshop 2 focuses on IBR integration into a bulk power system. The content is:

Description of WECC EMT models
Grid forming converters
Load-flow and steady-state
Stability analysis
Sub-synchronous Control Interaction (SSCI)

Contact for training information
David COTTINI | Sales Manager, EMTP
Email: david.cottini@emtp.com
Henry GRAS | Director of operations, EMTP
Email: henry@emtp.com
General conditions
Cancellation can be made according to the following conditions:

In case you cannot attend the training after having registered, please contact us as soon as possible at marketing@emtp.com

We recommend you to make your travel arrangements once the training is confirmed.
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Renewable Energy Sources (RES) integration course
2022-06-13
Integration of Renewable Energy Sources (RES)

Objectives
This course introduces participants to EMTP® as well as power system transient phenomena generally, with emphasis on large grid simulations and integration of renewable energy sources. The theory is followed by hands-on exercises and the participants will build and/or modify test cases.

Simulation of power system transients using EMTP®
EMTP® applications for simulating renewable energy sources
The advantages of EMTP® for accurate simulation of a wide range of power system phenomena
Various power system phenomena analysis using EMTP®
Basic and advanced level studies on the integration of renewable energy sources

Training structure
The duration of the training course is 4 days (Monday, 13th June to Thursday, 16th June). The training starts at 8:30 am and ends at 5:00 pm every day. Lunch is included in the course fee and will take place from noon to 1:00 pm. For all participants, an exclusive dinner will be held in Lyon on Wednesday night. Training presentations and supporting EMTP® files will be provided.
The presentations are ambitious, but the instructors are experienced and have delivered similar successful courses before.
Location
The training takes place in the new premises of the real-time HVDC and FACTS laboratory within the RTE CampusTransfo in Lyon, Europe’s largest campus dedicated to training and innovation in power transmission. Learn more about the laboratory.
Intended audience
This course is intended for engineers and researchers who would like to gain knowledge on the simulation of power system transients. Basic and advanced level problems are considered. This is also an opportunity to meet and exchange ideas with experts and colleagues in the field of power system transients and renewable energy sources.
Computer and temporary EMTP® license
Temporary EMTP® licenses will be provided to all participants. The participants must bring their own laptop computers to the course. The EMTP® license will remain active for 30 days after the course.
Program
Day 1 | Introduction to EMTP®

Theoretical background on Power System Transients
The range of problems simulated with EMTP®
The numerical methods of EMTP® and its advantages
EMTP® models and libraries with hands-on exercises
Simulation of switching circuits: models, numerical methods.
Line and cable modeling in EMTP®

Day 1: Social | Wine & Cheese
Participants will enjoy a traditional wine and cheese tasting from the region of Lyon, Beaujolais, while exchanging ideas and knowledge with other attendees.
Day 2 | Simulation of large grids and renewables

Overview of the exciter and governor models and setup with synchronous generators
Hands-on exercises
Inverter-Based Resource (IBR) modeling
Temporary overvoltages (TOV) during single-phase-to-ground faults
Harmonic analysis
Transient immunity assessment

Day 3 | Simulation of renewables and HVDC systems

IBR Model verifications for interconnection applications
Sub-Synchronous Control Interaction (SSCI)
Impact of IBR on protections

Day 3: Social | Exclusive dinner
An exclusive dinner party will be held in Lyon on Wednesday night for all participants.
Day 4 | Simulation of HVDC systems

Introduction to VSC-HVDC transmission system
MMC-HVDC modeling and control in EMTP®
EMTP® modeling exercises on HVDC system dynamics
AC and DC faults in MMC-HVDC system
Overview of EMTP® studies and HVDC grid system

General conditions
Contact us at marketing@emtp.com if you have questions or need more information about this training. If you cannot attend the training after registering, please contact us at the same email address.
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Analysis of Transients in Power Systems
2022-06-20, 2023-06-26

Renewable Energy: Grid Integration Studies Mexico
2022-10-11
Overview
The objective of this training is to present a short course on renewable source integration studies.

This course covers the following topics:

Get started with EMTP® (1 day)
Introduction to scripting with EMTP®
Wind park and Photovoltaic park modeling in EMT-type tools
Renewable energy integration studies:

Load-flow and steady-state
LVRT/VRT assessment
Harmonic analysis
Transformer energization
Temporary overvoltages
Sub-synchronous Control Interaction (SSCI)

EMTP® is used for all simulations and illustration examples. Practical test cases are provided to illustrate the various concepts.
Intended audience
This course is intended for engineers, researchers, operators and maintenance personnel using simulation software in general. It provides up-to-date technical expertise on renewable energy integration projects.
Training structure
The duration is 3 days: October 11-13, 2022 (TBC)
The training starts at 9:30 am to 4:30 pm every day.
Lunch breaks (included in the course fee) are from noon to 1 pm.
Computer and temporary EMTP license
Each participant will have to bring a personal computer. EMTP® temporary licenses will be provided for the duration of the course.
Instructor
Henry Gras, director of EMTP Alliance
His responsibilities include software development, engineering, and sales. He holds a master’s degree in electrical engineering from Polytechnique Montreal and a bachelor’s degree from Ecole Centrale de Lyon. As an expert in transients in power systems, protections, control, and micro-grids, he conducts webinars and seminars related to these subjects.
General Conditions
Participants will have to pay 100% in advance before the course.
Cancellation can be made according to EMTP’ General Conditions for training:
In case you cannot attend the training after having registered, please contact us as soon as possible at marketing@emtp.com
In case of cancellation three weeks or more before the beginning of the training, the participants will not be charged.
In case of cancellation less than three weeks before the beginning of the training, POWERSYS will charge the participant 50% of the training fees.
Please note that POWERSYS will not reimburse any travel and/or accommodation expenditure in case of cancellation of the training.
We recommend you to make your travel arrangements once the training is confirmed.
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Renewable Energy: Grid Integration Studies Chile
2022-11-02

Simulation of power systems with IBR and insulation coordination studies - Australia
2023-02-20
Simulation of Large Power Systems with IBR & Insulation Coordination Studies using EMTP
Course Outline
The course starts at 9:30 a.m. and ends at 4:30 p.m. There is a lunch break of 1 hour at 12:00.
Lunch is included in the price.
The course is presented using exercises at each step. The students must build cases and study simulation results. The course emphasizes learning through exercises performed by participants.
The participants must provide their own computers and will receive a free 30-day licence of EMTP® with all options and toolboxes.
Program
Day 1, Monday, February 20th
1. Introduction to the program and welcoming remarks
2. The range of power system problems
3. Theoretical background on power system transients
4. Theoretical analysis methods
5. Introduction to EMTP®
6. EMTP®numerical methods

Load-flow
Steady-state
Time-domain
Frequency scan

7. EMTP® devices, signals, power and control pins
8. How to create and maintain subcircuits
9. EMTP® basic models
10. Visualization of scopes with MPLOT and ScopeView
11. RLC circuit examples, Capacitor bank switching example
Day 2, Tuesday, February 21st
1. Nonlinear devices: modeling in steady-state and time-domain, accurate iterative solver
2. Ferroresonance cases
3. Simulation of control systems, the library of control devices
4. Switching devices
5. Simulating power electronics circuits in EMTP®
6. Measuring and interfacing devices
7. User-defined modeling options
8. Transmission line and cable models

Theory and available models: constant parameter, wideband, pi-section
Application examples

9. Synchronous and asynchronous machines with controls
10. Exciters and governors with automatic initialization from load-flow solution
11. Setup and simulation of a complete 230 kV system, exercises
12. Setup and simulation of a complete 500 kV system, exercises
13. Interconnecting the 230 kV and 500 kV systems, exercises
14. Fast simulation of very large grids in EMTP®
Day 3, Wednesday, February 22nd
1. Introduction to insulation coordination studies

Origins and types of overvoltages
Insulation coordination standards
Design approach

2. Slow front overvoltages

Theory
Modeling and simulation
Interpretation of results

3. Switching analysis cases

Line re-energization
Controlled circuit breaker

4. Transient recovery voltages

Definitions, modeling
Studies with EMTP® RV breaker

5. Current chopping

Current chopping of small inductive current
Transformer de-energization

Day 4, Thursday, February 23th
1. Fast-front overvoltages, lightning

Definitions, standards
Modeling and simulation
Exercises with lightning cases

2. Modeling and simulation of inverter-based resources in EMTP®

EMTP® Toolbox Renewables
Available options and models
Protection systems
Fast initialization
The WECC models for wind and photovoltaic parks
Temporary overvoltages (TOVs) during single-phase-to-ground faults
Harmonic analysis
Transient immunity assessment

Day 5, Friday, February 24th
1. Modeling and simulation of inverter-based resources in EMTP®

Grid forming inverter model
IBR model verifications for interconnection applications
Sub-synchronous control interaction (SSCI) analysis tool
Impact of IBRs on protection systems

2. Integration of renewables energies in large grids, exercises

System study with 10 wind parks
Integration of wind parks int0 230 kV and 500 kV systems
Superfast simulations with EMTP® on​ multicore computers

3. Advanced topics

Scripting
DLL
CIGRE DLL​​​​​​

Instructors
Jean Mahseredjian, PH.D., IEEE Fellow
CEO PGSTech | Professor Polytechnique Montreal
Jean Mahseredjian is the creator and lead developer of EMTP. Jean Mahseredjian brings with him more than 30 years of research and development experience on power system transients.
Henry Gras, M.A.Sc.
Director of Operations PGSTech
Henry Gras is in charge of EMTP developments, consulting services and sales. He obtained his bachelor’s degree from Ecole Centrale de Lyon in 2011 and his master’s degree in electrical engineering from Polytechnique Montreal in 2013. Aside from analyzing and simulating transients in power systems, he is well versed in renewable energies, microgrids, control, insulation coordination and protection.
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HVDC-VSC System Training
2023-03-13

Renewable Energy: Grid Integration Studies
2023-04-17

Workshop “Introduction to EMTP Simulations”
2024-10-14
Overview
In collaboration with the Department of Electrical Engineering at the University of Tabuk, Saudi Arabia, our EMTP® team is excited to offer a free online workshop, focused on EMTP® simulations. Delivered entirely in Arabic, this workshop provides participants with both hands-on experience and theoretical insights into the simulation of power system transients.
This workshop covers the following topics:
Day 1

Introduction to EMTP®
Theoretical backgrounds on power systems and transients, analysis methods
Exploring a range of issues:

Lightning, Switching Operations
Temporary Overvoltages
Electromechanical Transients

Numerical methods for simulation of transients
EMTP® case study on “Protection of Microgrids” by Dr. Husam Samkari
Building basic test cases

Day 2

Transmission line models: from basic to advanced
Load-Flow and Steady-State solutions of EMTP®
IBR modeling and simulations

Integration of Wind Parks and Photovoltaic Parks into power grids
Available generic models
Initialization from load-flow solution
Manufacturer models

Audience
This course is intended for engineers, researchers, operators and maintenance personnel who use simulation software in general. It provides up-to-date technical expertise on renewable energy integration projects.
Training structure
Language: Arabic
The duration is 2 days: October 14-15, 2024
The training starts at 13:00 h to 15:00 h (Saudi Arabia Time).
Computer and temporary EMTP® license
Each participant will have to bring a personal computer. EMTP® temporary licenses will be provided for the duration of the course.
Instructor
Amro Alsabbagh (Senior Member, IEEE) received his B.S. and M.S. degrees in automatic control and computer engineering from Al-Baath University, Syria, and a Ph.D. in control science and engineering from the University of Michigan-Shanghai Jiao Tong University Joint Institute, Shanghai, China.
He is currently an EMTP® Research and Development Engineer at PGSTech. His current work focuses on developing the EMTP® solver, co-simulation methods, and analysis of power system transients.
Dr. Alsabbagh has reviewed papers for leading IEEE journals and received several academic awards. He is the treasurer in the executive committee of IEEE Montreal Section since 2021.
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HVDC-VSC Systems Training
2025-04-07
HVDC-VSC Systems Training
Objectives
The objective of the training is to present a technical hands-on on HVDC-VSC systems.
It is organized in collaboration with RTE International.
The training covers the following topics:
Introduction to VSC-MMC technology
Modeling and simulation of HVDC-VSC systems with EMTP®
VSC-MMC station control and protection
Introduction to DC cable technology
HVDC-VSC project specifications
Maintenance of HVDC converters
This course presents practical and technical information on HVDC-VSC systems.
EMTP® will be used to illustrate concepts and performances of HVDC-VSC systems.
Training structure
The duration is 5 days.
The training starts at 9:00 am and ends at 5:00 pm every day.
Lunch breaks (included in the course fee) are from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm.
Intended audience
This course is designed for engineers, researchers, and students with a keen interest in HVDC systems.
Computer and temporary EMTP® licenses
Every participant is required to bring their own personal computer. Temporary EMTP® licenses will be provided to participants for the course’s duration.
Program
Day 1: Introduction and HVDC Technology Basics

Overview of HVDC technology – evolution, key drivers and challenges
HVDC MMC station main equipment description
HVDC connection requirements overview & HVDC system applications
Basics of Power Electronics in EMT – Introduction to EMTP®

Day 2: Project Management and Specifications of HVDC Projects

Basic Design approach
Tender Principles
Technical Specification
Project Execution

Day 3: HVDC Converter Design and EMT Studies

Introduction to HV cable technology
Cable systems in HVDC projects
Installation, operation, maintenance, and monitoring
HVDC converter design principles
Introduction to HVDC control and architecture
General description of VSC controls
Specific upper-level and low-level controls for MMC converters

Day 4: HVDC-VSC Design Studies and Convtrol & Protection Aspects

HVDC system design studies
General overview of converter protection strategy and implementation in real systems
HVDC-VSC behaviour during AC fault events
DC side transients analysis of typical DC faults
Introduction to transients during start-up and shut-down sequences

Day 5: Maintenance of HVDC-VSC systems and integration in AC grids

Introduction to the maintenance principles of HVDC-VSC systems
Maintenance of HVDC-VSC converter stations, focus on HVDC specifics
Introduction to practical experiences using replica
Maintenance specifications, spare parts, experiences and recommendations
Real Time Simulation Studies Introductions
Specific upper-level and low-level controls for MMC converters

General conditions
RTE International conditions apply. The number of participants from each compny is limited to ensure a diversity of participants.
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HVDC-VSC Systems Training - USA
2025-05-19
HVDC-VSC Systems Training
Objectives
The objective of the training is to present a technical hands-on on HVDC-VSC systems.
It is organized in collaboration with RTE International.
The training covers the following topics:
Introduction to Power Systems
Introduction to VSC-MMC technology
Modeling and simulation of HVDC-VSC systems with EMTP®
VSC-MMC station control and protection
Introduction to DC cable technology
HVDC-VSC project specifications
Maintenance of HVDC converters
This course presents practical and technical information on HVDC-VSC systems.
EMTP® will be used to illustrate concepts and performances of HVDC-VSC systems.
Training structure
The duration is 5 days.
The training starts at 9:00 am and ends at 5:00 pm every day.
Lunch breaks (included in the course fee) are from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm.
Intended audience
This course is designed for engineers, researchers, and students with a keen interest in HVDC systems.
Computer and temporary EMTP® licenses
Every participant is required to bring their own personal computer. Temporary EMTP® licenses will be provided to participants for the course’s duration.
Program
Day 1: Introduction and HVDC Technology Basics

Overview of HVDC technology – evolution, key drivers and challenges
HVDC MMC station main equipment description
HVDC connection requirements overview & HVDC system applications
Basics of Power Electronics in EMT – Introduction to EMTP®

Day 2: Project Management and Specifications of HVDC Projects

Basic Design approach
Tender Principles
Technical Specification
Project Execution

Day 3: HVDC Converter Design and EMT Studies

Introduction to HV cable technology
Cable systems in HVDC projects
Installation, operation, maintenance, and monitoring
HVDC converter design principles
Introduction to HVDC control and architecture
General description of VSC controls
Specific upper-level and low-level controls for MMC converters

Day 4: HVDC-VSC Design Studies and Convtrol & Protection Aspects

HVDC system design studies
General overview of converter protection strategy and implementation in real systems
HVDC-VSC behaviour during AC fault events
DC side transients analysis of typical DC faults
Introduction to transients during start-up and shut-down sequences

Day 5: Maintenance of HVDC-VSC systems and integration in AC grids

Introduction to the maintenance principles of HVDC-VSC systems
Maintenance of HVDC-VSC converter stations, focus on HVDC specifics
Introduction to practical experiences using replica
Maintenance specifications, spare parts, experiences and recommendations
Real Time Simulation Studies Introductions
Specific upper-level and low-level controls for MMC converters

General conditions
RTE International conditions apply. The number of participants from each compny is limited to ensure a diversity of participants.
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EMT Modeling & Simulation - Colombia
2025-05-27
Overview
This training will be help in Spanish.
This 2-day training session is designed to introduce participants to the fundamentals of electromagnetic transients (EMT) modeling and simulation using EMTP®. It combines theoretical concepts with practical, hands-on exercises to build a strong foundation in power system analysis and simulation techniques.
Training structure
The duration is 2 days.
The training starts at 8:30 am and ends at 4:30 pm every day.
Lunch breaks (included in the course fee) are from 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm.
Computer and temporary EMTP® licenses
Every participant is required to bring their own personal computer. Temporary EMTP® licenses will be provided to participants for the course’s duration.
Program
Day 1: Tuesday, May 27, 2025

Introduction to EMTP®
Theoretical background on power systems and transients; analysis methods
The range of problems and frequencies: lightning, switching, and temporary phenomena
Numerical methods for the simulation of transients
Initialization methods of EMTP®
Time-domain simulation options of EMTP®
Scopes and visualization options
Overview of EMTP® components: power and control devices
Creation and maintenance of subnetworks with masking
Building basic test cases

Day 2: Wednesday, May 28, 2025

Transformer models
Transmission line models: from basic to advanced
Load-flow and steady-state solution in EMTP®
Frequency scan option of EMTP®
Synchronous machine and controls
Wind and solar park modeling
Integration of DLLs in EMTP® using the IEEE/CIGRE B4.82 wrapper

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May 27-28, 2025

Get Started with EMTP - Online
2025-09-02
Overview
This training will be held in English.
This course is designed to help participants gain a solid foundation in electromagnetic transient (EMT) simulation using EMTP®. By the end of the training, participants will be able to:

Understand the fundamentals of EMT simulation

Create and configure circuits in EMTP®

Simulate and visualize waveforms

Model key power system components

No prior experience is required – the course includes hands-on exercises and guided examples to build both theoretical understanding and practical skills.
Training structure
The training lasts for 3 days, running daily from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The sessions will be conducted in English.
Computer and temporary EMTP® licenses
Every participant is required to bring their own personal computer. Temporary EMTP® licenses will be provided to participants for the course’s duration.
Intended audience
This training is ideal for T&D electrical engineers, consultants, industry professionals, researchers, and post-graduate students involved in power system studies.
Ticket types
Regular Ticket (Full Admission)
Includes a temporary EMTP® license, access to live Q&A, and participation in small hands-on labs with personalized support. Ideal for those who want to actively practice during the training.
Listener Ticket (Listen Only)
Grants full access to all presentations and sessions but excludes EMTP® licenses and lab participation. Best for those who prefer to focus on listening only.
Program
Day 1: Tuesday, September 2, 2025

Introduction to EMTP®
Theoretical background on power systems and transients; analysis methods
The range of problems and frequencies: lightning, switching, and temporary overvoltages; electromechanical transients
Numerical methods for the simulation of transients
Initialization methods of EMTP®

Day 2: Wednesday, September 3, 2025

Time-domain simulation options of EMTP®
Scopes and visualization options
Overview of EMTP® components: power and control devices
Creation and maintenance of subnetworks with masking
Building basic test cases

Day 3: Thursday, September 4, 2025

Transformer models
Transmission line models: from basic to advanced
Load-flow, Steady-state solution of EMTP®
Frequency scan option of EMTP®

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September 2-4, 2025

IBR Models Verification & Compliance for Power Systems - Online
2025-09-15
Overview
This training will be held in English.
This course is designed to deepen your expertise in EMT Inverter-Based Resource (IBR) models using EMTP®. By the end of the training, participants will be able to:

Understand EMT IBR models

Build EMT IBR models effectively

Choose the appropriate model for specific studies

Verify the quality and conformity of IBR models

Perform key EMT studies, including:
– LVRT / HVRT
– Temporary Overvoltages
– Switching
– Stability
– Sub-Synchronous Control Interaction (SSCI)

This course includes hands-on exercises and guided examples to build both theoretical understanding and practical skills.
Training structure
The training lasts for 5 days, running daily from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., except for the last day, which ends at 11:00 a.m. The sessions will be conducted in English.
Computer and temporary EMTP® licenses
Every participant is required to bring their own personal computer. Temporary EMTP® licenses will be provided to participants for the course’s duration.
Intended audience
This training is ideal for T&D electrical engineers, consultants, industry professionals, researchers, and post-graduate students involved in power system studies.
Ticket types
Regular Ticket (Full Admission)
Includes a temporary EMTP® license, access to live Q&A, and participation in small hands-on labs with personalized support. Ideal for those who want to actively practice during the training.
Listener Ticket (Listen Only)
Grants full access to all presentations and sessions but excludes EMTP® licenses and lab participation. Best for those who prefer to focus on listening only.
Program
Day 1: Monday, September 15, 2025 | 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
– Wind-park and Photovoltaic Park Modeling in EMT-type Tools

WECC representation
Grid-Forming converter

Day 2: Tuesday, September 16, 2025 | 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
– Renewable Energy Integration Studies

Load-flow and steady-state
Reference step-changes
LVRT/HVRT assessment
Transient immunity assessment

Day 3: Wednesday, September 17, 2025 | 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
– Renewable Energy Integration Studies

Harmonic analysis
Transformer energization
Temporary overvoltages
Sub-synchronous Control Interaction (SSCI)

Day 4: Thursday, September 18, 2025 | 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
– Automated Model Quality Test (MQT) and Conformity Assessment of Inverter-Based Resources with E-Interconnect
Day 5: Friday, September 19, 2025 | 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
– Questions & Answers
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https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/training-ibr-models-verification-compliance-for-power-systems-tickets-1583026738589?aff=oddtdtcreator
September 15 – 19, 2025

Switching & Lightning Transients - Online
2025-09-22
Overview
This training will be held in English.
This course is designed to provide a deep understanding of switching and lightning transient phenomena using EMTP®. By the end of the training, participants will be able to:

Understand switching and lightning transient phenomena

Identify the challenges involved in transient studies

Gather and interpret the necessary data for transient studies

Perform insulation coordination studies covering switching and lightning

This course includes hands-on exercises and guided examples to build both theoretical understanding and practical skills.
Training structure
The training lasts for 4 days, running daily from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., except for the first and last days, which end at 11:00 a.m. The sessions will be conducted in English.
Computer and temporary EMTP® licenses
Every participant is required to bring their own personal computer. Temporary EMTP® licenses will be provided to participants for the course’s duration.
Intended audience
This training is ideal for T&D electrical engineers, consultants, industry professionals, researchers, and post-graduate students involved in power system studies.
Ticket types
Regular Ticket (Full Admission)
Includes a temporary EMTP® license, access to live Q&A, and participation in small hands-on labs with personalized support. Ideal for those who want to actively practice during the training.
Listener Ticket (Listen Only)
Grants full access to all presentations and sessions but excludes EMTP® licenses and lab participation. Best for those who prefer to focus on listening only.
Program
Day 1: Monday, September 22, 2025 | 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
– Insulation Coordination: Introduction

Origin and type of overvoltages
Design approach
Transients in networks – basics

Day 2: Tuesday, September 23, 2025 | 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
– Slow-Front Overvoltage (Switching)

Approach
Modeling and simulation
Results interpretation

– Slow-Front Overvoltage (Switching)

Lab: Line re-energization
Controlled circuit-breaker

Day 3: Wednesday, September 24, 2025 | 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
– Fast-Front Overvoltage (Lightning)

Definitions
Approach
Modeling and simulation
Results interpretation
Lab: lightning analysis

Day 4: Thursday, September 25, 2025 | 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
– Questions & Answers
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https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/training-switching-lightning-transients-tickets-1582675227209?aff=oddtdtcreator
September 22 – 25, 2025

Mastering EMTP: Advanced Online Training
2025-10-06
Overview
This training will be held in English.
This course is designed to help participants master advanced capabilities in EMTP® and leverage them for greater efficiency and customization. By the end of the training, participants will be able to:

Improve proficiency with EMTP®

Script and automate the graphical user interface

Create customized toolboxes

Integrate DLLs to extend EMTP’s functionality

Prior experience with EMTP is strongly recommended. The course includes hands-on exercises and guided examples to build both theoretical understanding and practical skills for advanced workflows.
Training structure
The training lasts for 3 days, running daily from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., except for the third day, which ends at 11:00 a.m. The sessions will be conducted in English.
Computer and temporary EMTP® licenses
Every participant is required to bring their own personal computer. Temporary EMTP® licenses will be provided to participants for the course’s duration.
Intended audience
This training is ideal for T&D electrical engineers, consultants, industry professionals, researchers, and post-graduate students involved in power system studies.
Ticket types
Regular Ticket (Full Admission)
Includes a temporary EMTP® license, access to live Q&A, and participation in small hands-on labs with personalized support. Ideal for those who want to actively practice during the training.
Listener Ticket (Listen Only)
Grants full access to all presentations and sessions but excludes EMTP® licenses and lab participation. Best for those who prefer to focus on listening only.
Program
Day 1: Monday, October 6, 2025

Parallel computing
Parametric study

Day 2: Tuesday, October 7, 2025

Scripting with EMTP® (JavaScript, Python)- Modify a circuit
– Start a simulation
– Post process results

Day 3: Wednesday, October 8, 2025

Control DLL integration using CIGRE/IEEE standard DLL interface

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https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/mastering-emtp-advanced-training-tickets-1579007075669?aff=oddtdtcreator
October 6 – 8, 2025

Training: Get Started with EMTP - Beginners
2026-03-31
Overview
This training will be held in English.
This course is designed to help participants gain a solid foundation in electromagnetic transient (EMT) simulation using EMTP®. By the end of the training, participants will be able to:

Understand the fundamentals of EMT simulation

Create and configure circuits in EMTP®

Simulate and visualize waveforms

Model key power system components

No prior experience is required – the course includes hands-on exercises and guided examples to build both theoretical understanding and practical skills.
Computer and temporary EMTP® licenses
Every participant is required to bring their own personal computer. Temporary EMTP® licenses will be provided to participants for the course’s duration.
Intended audience

T&D electrical engineers
Consultants
Industry electrical engineers
Research personnel in industry, utilities, universities and consulting companies involved in power systems studies
Post-graduated students.

The course objectives are:

Understand the basics of EMT simulation
Know how to create a circuit in EMTP
Know how to simulate and visualize waveforms
Know how to model power system components

Program

Session 1– 31th of March – 9am to 12pm

Introduction to EMTP®
Theoretical backgrounds on Power Systems and Transients, analysis methods
The range of problems and frequencies: lightning, switching and temporary overvoltages; electromechanical transients
Numerical methods for the simulation of transients
Initialization methods of EMTP®

Session 2– 1st of April – 9am to 12pm

Time-domain simulation options of EMTP®
Scopes and visualisation options
Overview of EMTP® components: power and control devices
Creation and maintenance of subnetworks with masking
Building basic test cases

Session 3– 2nd of April – 9am to 12pm

Transformer models
Transmission line models: from basic to advanced
Load-flow, Steady-state solution of EMTP®
Frequency scan option of EMTP

IBR models verifications and compliances for bulk power-system integrations
2026-04-14
Overview
This training will be held in English.
The course objectives are:

To understand EMT IBR models
To know how to build EMT IBR models
To understand which model to use for what studies
To know how to verify the quality and the conformity of an IBR model
To know how to perform important EMT studies:

LVRT/HVRT
Temporary overvoltages
Switching
Stability
Sub-Synchronous Control Interaction (SSCI)

Training structure
The training lasts for 5 days, running daily from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The sessions will be conducted in English.

Computer and temporary EMTP® licenses
Every participant is required to bring their own personal computer. Temporary EMTP® licenses will be provided to participants for the course’s duration.
Intended audience

T&D electrical engineers
Consultants
Industry electrical engineers
Research personnel in industry, utilities, universities and consulting companies involved in power systems studies
Post-graduated students.

Program
Session 1– 14th of April – 9am to 12pm

Wind-park and Photovoltaic park modeling in EMT-type tools

WECC representation
Grid-Forming converter

Session 2 – 15th of April – 9am to 12pm

Renewable energy integration studies:

Load-flow and steady-state
Reference step-changes
LVRT/HVRT assessment
Transient Immunity assessment

Session 3 – 16th of April – 9am to 12pm

Renewable energy integration studies:

Harmonic analysis
Transformer energization
Temporary overvoltages
Sub-synchronous Control Interaction (SSCI)

Session 4 – 17th of April – 9am to 12pm

Automated Model Quality Test (MQT) and Conformity Assessment of Inverter-Based Resources with E-Interconnect

Session 5 – 18th of April – 10am to 12pm

Questions and answers

Mastering EMTP: Advanced Training
2026-04-28 - 2026-04-30
Overview
This training will be held in English.
This course is designed to help participants master advanced capabilities in EMTP® and leverage them for greater efficiency and customization. By the end of the training, participants will be able to:

Improve proficiency with EMTP®

Script and automate the graphical user interface

Create customized toolboxes

Integrate DLLs to extend EMTP’s functionality

Prior experience with EMTP is strongly recommended. The course includes hands-on exercises and guided examples to build both theoretical understanding and practical skills for advanced workflows.

Computer and temporary EMTP® licenses
Every participant is required to bring their own personal computer. Temporary EMTP® licenses will be provided to participants for the course’s duration.
Intended audience
This training is ideal for T&D electrical engineers, consultants, industry professionals, researchers, and post-graduate students involved in power system studies.

Program
Day 1: 28th of April, 2026

Parallel computing
Parametric study

Day 2: 29th of April, 2026

Scripting with EMTP® (JavaScript, Python)- Modify a circuit
– Start a simulation
– Post process results

Day 3: 30th of April, 2026

Control DLL integration using CIGRE/IEEE standard DLL interface

Training: Switching & Lightning Transients
2026-05-12 - 2026-05-15
Overview
This training will be held in English.
This course is designed to provide a deep understanding of switching and lightning transient phenomena using EMTP®. By the end of the training, participants will be able to:

Understand switching and lightning transient phenomena

Understand the challenges around transient studies

Know the data required for transient studies and where to find typical data

Know the main steps to perform an insulation coordination study (switching, lightning, TRV)

Know how to interpret the results provided by EMT-type software.

This course includes hands-on exercises and guided examples to build both theoretical understanding and practical skills.

Computer and temporary EMTP® licenses
Every participant is required to bring their own personal computer. Temporary EMTP® licenses will be provided to participants for the course’s duration.

Intended audience
This training is ideal for T&D electrical engineers, consultants, industry professionals, researchers, and post-graduate students involved in power system studies.

Program
Session 1– 12th of May – 10am to 12pm
– Insulation Coordination: Introduction

Origin and type of overvoltages
Design approach
Transients in networks – basics

Session 2 – 13th of May – 9am to 12pm
– Slow-Front Overvoltage (Switching)

Approach
Modeling and simulation
Results interpretation

– Switching analysis with EMTP

Lab: Line re-energization
Controlled circuit-breaker

Session 3 – 14th of May – 9am to 12pm
– Fast-Front Overvoltage (Lightning)

Definitions
Approach
Modeling and simulation
Results interpretation
Lab: lightning analysis

Session 4 – 15th of May – 10am to 12pm
– Questions & Answers

Training: Get Started with EMTP - Beginners
2026-08-03 - 2026-08-04
Overview
This training will be held in English.
This course is designed to help participants gain a solid foundation in electromagnetic transient (EMT) simulation using EMTP®. By the end of the training, participants will be able to:

Understand the fundamentals of EMT simulation

Know how to create a circuit in EMTP

Know how to simulate and visualize waveforms

Know how to model power system components

No prior experience is required – the course includes hands-on exercises and guided examples to build both theoretical understanding and practical skills.

Computer and temporary EMTP® licenses
Every participant is required to bring their own personal computer. Temporary EMTP® licenses will be provided to participants for the course’s duration.

Intended audience
This training is ideal for T&D electrical engineers, consultants, industry professionals, researchers, and post-graduate students involved in power system studies.

Program
Session 1– 3rd of August – 9am to 12pm

Introduction to EMTP®
Theoretical background on power systems and transients; analysis methods
The range of problems and frequencies: lightning, switching, and temporary overvoltages; electromechanical transients
Numerical methods for the simulation of transients
Initialization methods of EMTP®

Session 2– 4th of August– 9am to 12pm

Time-domain simulation options of EMTP®
Scopes and visualization options
Overview of EMTP® components: power and control devices
Creation and maintenance of subnetworks with masking
Building basic test cases

Get started with EMTP® - Beginners
2026-09-15 - 2026-09-16
Overview
This training will be held in English.
This course is designed to help participants gain a solid foundation in electromagnetic transient (EMT) simulation using EMTP®. By the end of the training, participants will be able to:

Understand the fundamentals of EMT simulation

Training: Get Started with EMTP

Know how to simulate and visualize waveforms

Know how to model power system components

No prior experience is required – the course includes hands-on exercises and guided examples to build both theoretical understanding and practical skills.

Training structure
The training lasts for 3 days, running daily from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The sessions will be conducted in English.

Computer and temporary EMTP® licenses
Every participant is required to bring their own personal computer. Temporary EMTP® licenses will be provided to participants for the course’s duration.
Intended audience
This training is ideal for T&D electrical engineers, consultants, industry professionals, researchers, and post-graduate students involved in power system studies.

Program
Session 1– 15th of September – 9am to 12pm

Introduction to EMTP®
Theoretical background on power systems and transients; analysis methods
The range of problems and frequencies: lightning, switching, and temporary overvoltages; electromechanical transients
Numerical methods for the simulation of transients
Initialization methods of EMTP®

Session 2– 16th of September – 9am to 12pm

Time-domain simulation options of EMTP®
Scopes and visualization options
Overview of EMTP® components: power and control devices
Creation and maintenance of subnetworks with masking
Building basic test cases

Mastering EMTP: Advanced Training
2026-10-13 - 2026-10-15
Overview
This training will be held in English.
This course is designed to help participants master advanced capabilities in EMTP® and leverage them for greater efficiency and customization. By the end of the training, participants will be able to:

Improve proficiency with EMTP®
Script and automate the graphical user interface
Create customized toolboxes
Integrate DLLs to extend EMTP’s functionality

Prior experience with EMTP is strongly recommended. The course includes hands-on exercises and guided examples to build both theoretical understanding and practical skills for advanced workflows.

Training structure
The training lasts for 3 days, running daily from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., except for the third day, which ends at 11:00 a.m. The sessions will be conducted in English.

Computer and temporary EMTP® licenses
Every participant is required to bring their own personal computer. Temporary EMTP® licenses will be provided to participants for the course’s duration.
Intended audience
This training is ideal for T&D electrical engineers, consultants, industry professionals, researchers, and post-graduate students involved in power system studies.
Ticket types
Regular Ticket (Full Admission)
Includes a temporary EMTP® license, access to live Q&A, and participation in small hands-on labs with personalized support. Ideal for those who want to actively practice during the training.
Listener Ticket (Listen Only)
Grants full access to all presentations and sessions but excludes EMTP® licenses and lab participation. Best for those who prefer to focus on listening only.

Program
Day 1: Tuesday, October 13, 2026

Parallel computing
Parametric study

Day 2: Wednesday, October 14, 2026

Scripting with EMTP® (JavaScript, Python)- Modify a circuit
– Modify a circuit
– Start a simulation
– Post process results

Day 3: Thursday, October 15, 2026

Control DLL integration using CIGRE/IEEE standard DLL interface

IBR models verifications and compliances for bulk power-system integrations
2026-10-26 - 2026-10-29
Overview
This training will be held in English.
This course is designed to deepen your expertise in EMT Inverter-Based Resource (IBR) models using EMTP®. By the end of the training, participants will be able to:

To Understand EMT IBR models

To know how to build EMT IBR models

To understand which model to use for what studies

To know how to verify the quality and the conformity of an IBR model

To know how to perform important EMT studies:
– LVRT / HVRT
– Temporary Overvoltages
– Switching
– Stability
– Sub-Synchronous Control Interaction (SSCI)

This course includes hands-on exercises and guided examples to build both theoretical understanding and practical skills.

Training structure
The training lasts for 5 days, running daily from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., except for the last day, which ends at 11:00 a.m. The sessions will be conducted in English.

Computer and temporary EMTP® licenses
Every participant is required to bring their own personal computer. Temporary EMTP® licenses will be provided to participants for the course’s duration.
Intended audience
This training is ideal for T&D electrical engineers, consultants, industry professionals, researchers, and post-graduate students involved in power system studies.

Program
Session 1– 26th of October – 9am to 12pm
– Wind-park and Photovoltaic Park Modeling in EMT-type Tools

WECC representation
Grid-Forming converter

Session 2 – 27th of October – 9am to 12pm
– Renewable Energy Integration Studies

Load-flow and steady-state
Reference step-changes
LVRT/HVRT assessment
Transient immunity assessment

Session 3 – 28th of October – 9am to 12pm
– Renewable Energy Integration Studies

Harmonic analysis
Transformer energization
Temporary overvoltages
Sub-synchronous Control Interaction (SSCI)

Session 4 – 29th of October– 9am to 12pm
– Automated Model Quality Test (MQT) and Conformity Assessment of Inverter-Based Resources with E-Interconnect
– Questions & Answers
