The Institution of Engineering & Technology

Course on Distributed Generation

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The UK Government aspires to generate 20% of UK electricity from renewable energy sources by the year 2020. In practice, much of this will be connected as “distributed generation”, primarily domestic and industrial CHP schemes, wind farms and diesel power generation, in addition to other renewables such as hydro and solar PV. This event aims to provide engineers with an appreciation of the technical issues relating to distributed generation. This will be achieved through a unique combination of lectures and case studies providing both breadth and depth.

The large range of topics covered provides the breadth, from the principal prime movers, to generators, their control and protection, through to connection to the distribution network in compliance with Engineering Recommendation G.59, a copy of which will be provided to delegates.

The depth is provided through four case studies, which will cover in detail fault calculations, protection and earthing of generators and generator sizing. Industrial speakers will present examples of actual installations for each of the principal prime mover technologies; CHP, wind and diesel.

This event will provide an opportunity to undertake continued professional development for new and experienced engineers alike.

Key Benefits

For the breadth and depth of material provided by this unique course

  • Receive your own copy of Engineering Recommendation G.59 and have it`s application explained through numerous case studies
  • Hear leading experts in the field, including industrial experiences and case studies
  • An opportunity to discuss best practice and network with peers
  • Obtain detailed course notes for future reference
  • Visit the New and Renewable Energy Centre

Speakers Include

  • Doug Henderson, Senior Lecturer, Napier University
  • Geoffrey Hensman, Director, Hensman Associates
  • Professor Miles Redfern, Senior Lecturer, University of Bath
  • Professor Lawrence Haydock, LH Consultants Ltd
  • Joe Duddy, RES Ltd
  • David Linsell, McLellan and Partners
  • Gordon Smith, Consultant

What they said last year...

  • Comprehensive introduction to problems associated with Distributed Generation
  • Good summary on planning alternative energy services
  • Provides a useful starting point for further investigation and involvement
  • A good balance between theory and practical aspects
  • Good introduction to distributed generation networks and their components
  • Very good insight to generation systems even for non-electrical based engineers
  • Strong coverage of technical aspects of DG with emphasis on electrical connection and protection
  • The event was really informative, there is a lot of information for future reference
  • A good refresher on fundamental concepts
  • A well constructed course for a wide range of delegate experience levels and provides a great opportunity to question the experts

Who should attend?

All engineers involved or potentially involved with distributed generation from organisations such as generating companies, regional electricity companies, renewable energy groups, consultants, industries with their own generation capacity, academics, researchers and manufacturers.

In particular, those who require first hand explanations of the application of Engineering Recommendation G.59 should benefit greatly from this course.