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Cloud Finist Tutorial*
Cloud Finist Voltage Control I
Cloud Finist Voltage Control II
Cloud Finist Balancing and Control
Cloud Finist Restoration I
Cloud Finist Restoration II
Cloud Finist Congestion Management I
Cloud Finist Congestion Management II
Cloud Finist Relay Operations I
Cloud Finist Relay Operations II
Cloud Finist Geomagnetic Disturbance I
* Prerequisite for all modules including use of the Cloud Finist Simulator
As a pre-requisite to the Spark by
OES-NA’s Cloud Finist
on-line simulation training, all students registering for any Cloud Finist
modules must first complete the Cloud Finist Tutorial module. This module steps
through the Cloud Finist
model, it’s display, it’s navigation, and identification of the model
equipment. The module also identifies the operation of the various power system
equipment that is available for utilization of control actions in operating the
simulated power system.
Module Objectives:
- Explain
the steps for navigating in the Cloud Finist simulator
- Identify
the types of generation equipment available for operation in the simulator
- Identify
the types of voltage control equipment and their operation available for
utilization in the simulator
- Describe
the process for interchange control with neighboring areas
NERC Continuing Education Hours:
TOTAL: 1.0 CEHs Standards: 0.0 CEHs
Ops Topics: 1.0 CEHs
Sim: 1.0 CEHs
Course Overview || Registration
Registration Fee:
$40.00
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As part of the NERC Certification
program, certified individuals are required to attain 30 CEHs related to
simulation technology as part of their credential maintenance. Spark by OES-NA
is proud to now provide this training through it’s Cloud Finist
on-line simulation training activities. The Cloud Finist
Voltage Control I module explores the area of voltage control on the Bulk Power
System. This module includes tools for controlling voltages, concepts related
to surge impedance loading, and actions to implement for both high and low
voltage conditions. This module provides a unique opportunity to implement the
identified actions in a robust system simulator. All students registering for
this module must first complete the Cloud Finist Tutorial module.
Module Objectives:
- Identify
the tools available for controlling system voltages
- Describe
the principles associated with surge impedance loading
- Describe
actions to take for high and low voltage conditions
- Demonstrate
system actions to be implemented in a simulated environment
NERC Continuing Education Hours:
TOTAL: 3.0 CEHs Standards: 0.0 CEHs
Ops Topics: 3.0 CEHs
Sim: 3.0 CEHs
Course Overview || Registration
Registration Fee:
$150.00
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As part of the NERC Certification
program, certified individuals are required to attain 30 CEHs related to
simulation technology as part of their credential maintenance. Spark by OES-NA
has expanded on the Cloud Finist Voltage Control I module to now provide
the Cloud Finist
Voltage Control II module. The module provides a brief review of the voltage
control equipment and then provides an opportunity for the student to complete
two simulation activities on the Cloud Finist simulator. All students registering for
this module must first complete the Cloud Finist Tutorial module and the Cloud Finist
Voltage Control I modules.
Module Objectives:
- Identify
the tools available for controlling system voltages
- Demonstrate
system actions to be implemented in a simulated environment
NERC Continuing Education Hours:
TOTAL: 3.0 CEHs Standards: 0.0 CEHs
Ops Topics: 3.0 CEHs
Sim: 3.0 CEHs
Course Overview || Registration
Registration Fee:
$150.00
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As part of the NERC Certification
program, certified individuals are required to attain 30 CEHs related to
simulation technology as part of their credential maintenance. The Cloud Finist
Balancing and Control module explores the Balancing Authority and their role in
maintaining generation/load balance. The module defines a balancing area,
identifies the responsibility of a Balancing Authority, and describes the
actions to take for high and low frequency conditions. Students are then
presented with two opportunities to demonstrate these actions on the Cloud Finist
simulator. All students registering for this module must first complete the
Cloud Finist
Tutorial module.
Module Objectives:
- Define
what a balancing area is
- Identify
the obligations of the Balancing Authority
- Describe
action to take for high and low frequency conditions
- Demonstrate
system actions to be implemented in a simulated environment
NERC Continuing Education Hours:
TOTAL: 3.0 CEHs Standards: 0.0 CEHs
Ops Topics: 3.0 CEHs
Sim: 3.0 CEHs
Course Overview || Registration
Registration Fee:
$150.00
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The Cloud Finist Restoration I
module explores
the principles and guidelines of restoration. The module defines the elements
of a system assessment following a full or partial system blackout, it
identifies the restoration process, and explores the concepts and
considerations when restoring a system following a system disturbance that
caused the shutdown of the Bulk Electric System. Students are then presented
with two opportunities to demonstrate these concepts and considerations on the
Cloud Finist
simulator. All students registering for this module must first complete the
Cloud Finist
Tutorial module.
Module Objectives:
- Explain
the key elements for assessing the system following a blackout
- Define
the issues relating to system restoration with regards to load and transmission
restoration and frequency control
- Demonstrate
the implementation of a restoration process on the Finist
simulator
NERC Continuing Education Hours:
TOTAL: 5.0 CEHs Standards: 0.0 CEHs
Ops Topics: 5.0 CEHs
Sim: 5.0 CEHs
Course Overview || Registration
Registration Fee:
$240.00
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Spark by OES-NA has expanded on the Cloud
Finist
Restoration I module to now provide the Cloud Finist Restoration II module. The module
provides a brief review of the system assessment and subsequent restoration
process and then provides an opportunity for the student to complete two
simulation activities on the Cloud Finist simulator. All students registering for
this module must have first completed the Cloud Finist Tutorial module and the Cloud Finist
Restoration I module.
Module Objectives:
- Identify
the key elements for assessing the system following a blackout
- Explain
the issues relating to system restoration with regards to transmission
restoration
- Explain
the issues of load and frequency control relating to system restoration
- Demonstrate
the implementation of a restoration process on the Finist
simulator
NERC Continuing Education Hours:
TOTAL: 5.0 CEHs Standards: 0.0 CEHs
Ops Topics: 5.0 CEHs
Sim: 5.0 CEHs
Course Overview || Registration
Registration Fee:
$240.00
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The Cloud Finist Congestion Management I module explores
the principles and guidelines of congestion management. The module identifies
the options available to the System Operator for utilization in mitigating
transmission congestion and equipment overloads. The module also explores
advantages to each action. Students are then presented with two opportunities
to demonstrate these concepts and considerations on the Cloud Finist
simulator. All students registering for this module must first complete the
Cloud Finist
Tutorial module.
Module Objectives:
- Identify
the tools available for controlling congestion management
- Describe
thermal limits and how they relate to congestion management
- Describe
actions to take regarding thermal limits
- Demonstrate
system actions to be implemented in a simulated congested management scenario
NERC Continuing Education Hours:
TOTAL: 3.0 CEHs Standards: 0.0 CEHs
Ops Topics: 3.0 CEHs
Sim: 3.0 CEHs
Course Overview || Registration
Registration Fee:
$150.00
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The Cloud Finist Congestion Management II module explores
the principles and guidelines of congestion management. The module provides a
brief overview of the options available to the System Operator for utilization
in mitigating transmission congestion and equipment overloads. Students are
then presented with two opportunities to demonstrate these concepts and
considerations on the Cloud Finist simulator. All students registering for
this module must first complete the Cloud Finist Tutorial module.
Module Objectives:
- Identify
the tools available for controlling congestion management
- Describe
actions to take regarding thermal limits
- Demonstrate
system actions to be implemented in a simulated congested management scenario
NERC Continuing Education Hours:
TOTAL: 3.0 CEHs Standards: 0.0 CEHs
Ops Topics: 3.0 CEHs
Sim: 3.0 CEHs
Course Overview || Registration
Registration Fee:
$150.00
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The Cloud Finist Relay Operations I module explores the
basic principles and operation of remedial action schemes. The module also
explores and provides a brief overview of UFLS schemes. Students are then
presented with two opportunities to demonstrate a System Operator’s response to
these relay scheme operation on the Cloud Finist simulator. All students registering for
this module must first complete the Cloud Finist Tutorial module.
Module Objectives:
- Identify
the principles and operation of remedial action schemes or RAS
- Identify
the principles and operation of underfrequency load shedding schemes
- Demonstrate
a System Operators response to relay operations on a power system
NERC Continuing Education Hours:
TOTAL: 3.0 CEHs Standards: 0.0 CEHs
Ops Topics: 3.0 CEHs
Sim: 3.0 CEHs
Course Overview || Registration
Registration Fee:
$150.00
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The Cloud Finist Relay Operations II module explores the
basic principles and operation of breaker failure schemes. The module also
explores and provides a brief overview of Differential and Distance Relays schemes. Students are then presented with two
opportunities to demonstrate a System Operator’s response to these relay scheme
operation on the Cloud Finist
simulator. All students registering for this module must first complete the
Cloud Finist
Tutorial module.
Module Objectives:
- Identify
the principles and operation of differential and distance relays
- Identify
the operation and reason for breaker failure relay schemes
- Demonstrate
a System Operators response to relay operations on a power system
NERC Continuing Education Hours:
TOTAL: 3.0 CEHs Standards: 0.0 CEHs
Ops Topics: 3.0 CEHs
Sim: 3.0 CEHs
Course Overview || Registration
Registration Fee:
$150.00
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The Cloud Finist Geomagnetic Disturbance I module defines
what geomagnetic disturbances are, where they originate, and their impact on
the electric power system. The module provides a brief overview of the cyclical
occurrence of GMD activity. Students are then presented with two opportunities
to demonstrate these concepts and considerations on the Cloud Finist
simulator. All students registering for this module must first complete the
Cloud Finist
Tutorial module.
Module Objectives:
- Explain
what a Geomagnetic Disturbance is
- Describe
the impacts of Geomagnetic Disturbances on the power system
- Describe
actions to take in the event of a Geomagnetic Disturbance
- Demonstrate
system actions to be implemented in a Geomagnetic Disturbance event
NERC Continuing Education Hours:
TOTAL: 3.0 CEHs Standards: 0.0 CEHs
Ops Topics: 3.0 CEHs
Sim: 3.0 CEHs
Course Overview || Registration
Registration Fee:
$150.00
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