Clemson University Electric Power Research Association

Clemson University Electric Power Research Association has developed three online certificate programs and an online Master of Engineering program focusing on training the work force in power systems. The certificate programs included a Power Systems Engineering certificate, a Renewable Energy certificate, and an Advanced Power Systems certificate. A doctoral program was also to be offered for qualified engineers. Three groups were targeted as program candidates: electrical engineering graduates lacking power systems training coursework; engineering graduates lacking renewable energy coursework; and electrical engineering graduates with only the basics of power systems. Courses included Electric Machines and Drives, Power Systems Dynamics and Stability, Renewable Energy on the Grid, and Wind and Solar Power Fundamentals. Course enhancements were determined by a survey of power industry stakeholders.