AUTOMATIC GENERATION CONTROL MASTERCLASS
“Mastering Frequency Regulation, Load Sharing, and Grid Stability through Advanced AGC Systems”
Course Schedule
| Date | Venue | Fees (Face-to-Face) |
|---|---|---|
| 02 – 06 Mar 2025 | Manama, Bahrain | USD 3495 per delegate |
Course Introduction
As electrical power systems evolve to integrate renewable sources, ensure grid reliability, and optimize operational efficiency, Automatic Generation Control (AGC) plays an increasingly critical role. AGC maintains system frequency and inter-area power flows by automatically adjusting the output of multiple generators in real time.
This 5-day masterclass provides an in-depth understanding of AGC systems, their control algorithms, communication frameworks, and integration with SCADA/EMS. It is designed for engineers and technical professionals involved in power system operations, control center management, and energy dispatch.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
• Understand the principles of automatic generation control and its role in grid stability
• Analyze frequency deviation and tie-line power flow variations
• Configure AGC loops and coordinate with governor and excitation systems
• Integrate AGC with SCADA/EMS platforms and communication protocols
• Diagnose and troubleshoot AGC performance and reliability issues
Key Benefits of Attending
• Gain expert-level understanding of AGC structure, logic, and implementation
• Learn how to model AGC behavior under varying system conditions
• Understand how AGC interacts with other control systems (AVR, PSS, turbine-governor)
• Improve grid frequency control and system response through advanced tuning
• Keep pace with evolving energy policies and grid code requirements for AGC
Intended Audience
This program is designed for:
• Power system engineers and control room operators
• SCADA/EMS and automation engineers
• Generation dispatchers and grid coordinators
• Electrical and systems engineers in utilities and transmission companies
• Consultants, regulators, and system planners involved in energy control
Individual Benefits
Key competencies that will be developed include:
• Load-frequency control analysis and modeling
• AGC setpoint tuning and bias configuration
• System response analysis and performance validation
• Communication and signal flow mapping between AGC and SCADA/EMS
• Fault diagnosis and incident reporting related to AGC failures
Organization Benefits
Upon completing the training course, participants will demonstrate:
• Improved system frequency stability and tie-line compliance
• Optimized load sharing and power dispatch efficiency
• Reduced grid instability and blackstart recovery times
• Greater coordination between generation units and dispatch control
• Readiness for AGC compliance under evolving regulatory frameworks
Instructional Methdology
The course follows a blended learning approach combining theory with practice:
• Strategy Briefings – AGC logic, grid frequency dynamics, and control principles
• Case Studies – Regional and international examples of AGC applications
• Workshops – Simulation of AGC responses and setpoint changes
• Peer Exchange – Cross-country experiences in control center operations
• Tools – AGC performance templates, signal flow diagrams, control checklists
Course Outline
Training Hours: 07:30 AM – 03:30 PM
Daily Format: 3–4 Learning Modules | Coffee Breaks: 09:30 & 11:15 | Lunch Break: 01:00 – 02:00
Day 1: Fundamentals of Load Frequency Control
Module 1: Power System Control Objectives (07:30 – 09:30)
• Generation-load balance and frequency deviations
• Role of AGC in interconnected power systems
Module 2: Primary and Secondary Control Overview (09:45 – 11:15)
• Governor response and frequency droop
• Tie-line bias and area control error (ACE)
Module 3: Workshop – Frequency Response Simulation (11:30 – 01:00)
• Analyze system response with and without AGC
Day 2: AGC Architecture and System Modeling
Module 4: AGC Control Loops and Setpoints (07:30 – 09:30)
• Control blocks and feedback structure
• ACE calculation and filtering methods
Module 5: Multi-Area Control and Tie-Line Bias (09:45 – 11:15)
• Coordinated AGC between multiple balancing areas
• Load sharing, bias tuning, and control deadbands
Module 6: Workshop – AGC Loop Configuration (11:30 – 01:00)
• Set up sample AGC loops with parameters and biases
Day 3: AGC Integration and SCADA/EMS Systems
Module 7: AGC-SCADA-EMS Interface (07:30 – 09:30)
• Signal flows, command hierarchy, and alarms
• Data latency, scan rates, and communication protocols
Module 8: System Monitoring and Control Setpoints (09:45 – 11:15)
• Operator roles and SCADA screen configuration
• Manual vs automatic dispatch control
Module 9: Workshop – Designing AGC-SCADA Data Flow (11:30 – 01:00)
• Create signal mapping for telemetry and feedback
Day 4: Performance Evaluation and Troubleshooting
Module 10: AGC Performance Indices (07:30 – 09:30)
• CPS1/CPS2, NERC performance metrics, and utility benchmarks
• Real-time compliance monitoring
Module 11: Common AGC Faults and Root Causes (09:45 – 11:15)
• Frequency oscillations, incorrect ACE calculation
• Communication failures and incorrect feedback loops
Module 12: Workshop – AGC Incident Scenario (11:30 – 01:00)
• Analyze and resolve a simulated AGC malfunction
Day 5: Advanced Applications and Grid Integration
Module 13: AGC with Renewable Energy and Hybrid Systems (07:30 – 09:30)
• Handling variable generation and fast-response resources
• Integration with energy storage and DERs
Module 14: Regulatory Trends and Grid Code Compliance (09:45 – 11:15)
• GCC, EU, and North American AGC regulations
• Compliance reporting and audits
Module 15: Final Workshop – AGC Strategy Presentation (11:30 – 01:00)
• Group presentation on AGC design and optimization for a sample grid
Certification
Participants will receive a Certificate of Completion in Automatic Generation Control, certifying their advanced skills in frequency regulation, control system tuning, and integration of AGC within power grid operations.