Substation Automation Based on the IEC 61850 Standard

Are you an engineer, analyst, or technician working with or aspiring to work in electrical substation automation? This comprehensive course dives deep into IEC 61850, the globally recognized standard for modern substation automation. Gain practical knowledge of this critical standard and its implementation.

What you'll learn:

• Understanding IEC 61850: Explore the core concepts of substation automation and the key aspects addressed by the IEC 61850 standard.
• Communication Architectures & Protocols: Master the communication architectures and protocols vital for efficient substation operation. Learn about GOOSE, MMS, and SV protocols and their practical applications.
• IEC 61850 Implementation: Delve into the details of IEC 61850 implementation, including data modeling, programming languages (XML, ICD, CID, SCD files), and intelligent electronic devices (IEDs).
• Network Security: Understand the importance of network security in substations and how to implement security devices and monitoring techniques.
• Time Synchronization: Learn about the crucial role of time synchronization in substation automation and the implementation of the SNTP protocol.
• Evolution of Protection & Control Systems: Trace the history of protection and control systems, examining the impact of IEC 61850 and its advantages over legacy systems.
• IEC 61850 Network Layers: Understand the layered architecture of IEC 61850 networks, covering station, bay, and process levels, along with the equipment and protocols associated with each.

Course Content Breakdown:

• Part 1: The Foundation: A historical overview of protection and control systems, communication architectures, protocols, and the critical importance of applying the IEC 61850 standard to modern electrical substation designs. We'll highlight the advantages of IEC 61850 over older systems.
• Part 2: Standard Structure & Applications: A detailed look at the general structure of the IEC 61850 standard, its organization, and how it's applied in various substation applications.
• Part 3: IEC 61850 Architectures: Explore the network division into layers – station, bay, and process levels – examining the characteristics, equipment, and protocols within each. Learn about intelligent relays (IEDs).
• Part 4: IEC 61850 Protocols in Detail: A deep dive into the GOOSE, MMS, and SV communication protocols, covering implementation details and real-world applications.
• Part 5: Data Modeling with IEDs: Understand how data is organized within IEDs, including physical devices, logical devices, logical nodes, data classes, and data structures.
• Part 6: Programming IEC 61850: Learn to utilize XML and the ICD, CID, and SCD file formats for configuring and programming IEC 61850 devices.
• Part 7: Time Synchronization Protocols: Explore the importance of accurate time synchronization in substation automation and the characteristics and implementation of the SNTP protocol.
• Part 8: Substation Network Security: Focus on implementing robust network security measures in electrical power substation networks, including network monitoring using sniffers, identifying failure points, and avoiding common implementation errors.

Practical examples will be based on equipment from SEL, a leading provider in the field, providing hands-on insights into real-world applications. This course will empower you to confidently understand and implement the IEC 61850 standard for the automation of electrical substations.