eCOM 202: Introduction to IEC 61850

eCOM 202 provides an introductory look at the practical application of IEC 61850. The goal of this course is to gain a basic comprehension of the fundamentals and protocols specified within the standard. Topics include network architecture, redundancy, time synchronization, and an emphasis on the following protocols: GOOSE, MMS, and Sampled Values in digital secondary systems (DSSs).

Students will learn terminology and concepts through recorded lecture, videos, and exercises.

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Audience

Utility engineers and technicians who have an interest in learning the fundamentals of IEC 61850-based communications protection and automation systems or are evaluating IEC 61850 for future plans should attend this course. This includes utility protection engineers, automation engineers, integration engineers, and communications engineers.

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Agenda

• IEC 61850 Overview
• Network and Time Requirements
• GOOSE Messaging
• Manufacturing Message Specification (MMS)
• Digital Secondary Systems

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Learning Outcomes

At the conclusion of this course, students can:

• Recall basic fundamentals of IEC 61850.
• Use the standards to correctly read and name logical nodes.
• Analyze and identify data sets, GOOSE, and MMS settings using acSELerator Architect SEL-5032 Software.

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Student Background and Knowledge

Before taking this eLearning course, we recommend that you have a basic understanding of Ethernet networks and SCADA protocol implementation and usage.

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Course Preparation

Make sure your laptop has the following features and updated software:

• Google Chrome browser
• AcSELerator Architect Software and the ICD Package.