- International Fees
International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course Overview
This course aims to provide learners with the fundamentals of Substation Automation Systems. It primarily reviews digital substations, their components, systems, topologies, features, and functionalities. It then explains Substation Automation Systems and protocols/standards such as IEC 61850. Moreover, it covers important topics related to digital substations such as substation design, communication, networking analysis, monitoring, control, operation, maintenance, abnormal event management, condition monitoring, FLISR, and virtualization. Last but not least, it goes over the security and cybersecurity aspects of digital substations in detail. This synchronous online course consists of fourteen modules. Each module includes a module blueprint, learning outcome section, lecture session, self-quiz, and post-lecture practice (or lab work). In general, two weeks are assigned for each module to be completed. Three more hours are assigned for final project review, presentation, and discussions. Learners should complete this course in 28 weeks.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
3.0
Domestic fees
$845.38
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Understand the design of substation automation systems in modern substations
- Learn how to use substation automation protocols/standards such as IEC 61850 in substations
- Learn how digital substations operate and be maintained during normal and abnormal conditions
- Understand how digital substations are monitored and controlled in real-time using Human Machine Interface (HMI)
- Learn how to monitor digital substations using cloud-based applications
- Learn how digital twin technologies can support substation protection
- Learn cybersecurity aspects of digital substations
- Learn how to design substations as a part of Energy Hubs to reduce carbon emissions
Effective as of Fall 2023
Course Offerings
Fall 2025
Below is one offering of APRE 4110 for the Fall 2025 term.
CRN 50512
Dates
Sep 02 - Mar 10 Loading
- CRN 50512
- $845.38 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 02 - Mar 10 | Tue | 18:00 - 21:00 | Online |
Duration
28 weeks
Instructor
Moein Manbachi
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- **YOU MAY REGISTER FOR THIS COURSE UNTIL NOVEMBER 30, 2025. ONCE ONLINE REGISTRATION IS CLOSED, PLEASE CALL STUDENT INFORMATION & ENROLMENT SERVICES at 604-434-1610 TO REGISTER.** This course includes 14 modules. Students have full flexibility up to 28 weeks to complete the course. There is one 1-hour biweekly lecture session every week, and a 2-hour biweekly lab session, the week after the lecture session. Recorded sessions are available and can be viewed at any time.
Status
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.