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Regional Workshop on Standardisation of the Electricity Supply Chain Kafue Gorge Regional Training Centre, Zambia 17 21 August, 2015 Application deadline 5 July, 2015 Course fee USD 500 fee includes course materials, accommodation and meals Electrical energy is used everywhere and affects every technical career. Managers of utility companies need a firm understanding of the organisation s complex business activities in order to effectively and efficiently manage all the resources and engage stakeholders including government and regulatory bodies- on issues ranging from quality of supply and quality of service to revision of tariffs and new developments. Engaging the public also through awareness campaigns for new developments not only requires patience but more importantly clear and concise communication to avoid any ambiguity. The Regional Workshop on Standardisation of the Electricity Supply Chain has been designed to enhance interaction and communication among stakeholders with greater confidence, clarity and impact. The course provides insight into electricity generation, transmission, distribution and supply as well as the issues related to tariffs and coordination of public awareness on environmental and social aspects. COURSE OBJECTIVES At the end of the training programme, course participants shall be able to: Comprehend the basic components and operations of a power network; Effectively implement budgeted activities to achieve corporate objectives; Implement best practices and standards in operations and control of electricity utility; Apply in-depth knowledge, skills and values so developed during the planned course to demanding situations in their line of duty. MAIN TOPICS Electricity System Overview Electrical Code and Safety in Electricity Utilities People Management in Electricity Utilities Maintenance Activities for Utility Success Standards for Quality of Supply and Quality of Service Standards in Electricity Transmission and Distribution Construction (Special feature from the Power Institute of Eastern and Southern Africa - PIESA) Case Studies and Technical Excursions to Designated Sites in Zambia Managers, Engineers and any personnel suitably qualified responsible for planning, managing and construction of electricity infrastructure as well as service delivery. www.ich.no
Regional Workshop on Managing Water Hyacinth and Siltation in Reservoirs Kafue Gorge Regional Training Centre, Zambia 28 September 2 October, 2015 Application deadline 30 August, 2015 Course fee USD 500 fee includes course materials, accommodation and meals The impact of water hyacinth and siltation in water reservoirs for hydropower applications require concerted effort among stakeholders including management teams of utilities, policy makers, researches and the general public. The Regional Workshop on Managing Water Hyacinth and Siltation in Reservoirs has been designed to raise awareness and a call to action among Environmentalists, Policy Makers, Researchers, and industry practitioners to alleviate the socio-economic impacts and costs of water hyacinth and siltation in reservoirs for hydropower applications. MAIN TOPICS Challenges and mitigations on weed and siltation in hydropower reservoirs Ecological analysis of Water hyacinth and its habitat Water Hyacinth; Socio economic & environmental impacts, Economic &environmental costs Available alternatives for control of water hyacinth and their effectiveness, costs and possible benefits Regional and global experiences in the effective management of Water Hyacinth Silt problems in hydropower stations Water hyacinth and siltation challenges Case studies and technical excursions to designated sites in Zambia Environmentalists, Policy Makers, Researchers, Managers, Engineers and any personnel suitably qualified responsible for planning and managing water reservoirs for hydropower applications. COURSE OBJECTIVES At the end of the training programme, course participants shall be able to: Adopt appropriate mitigations to combat proliferation of water hyacinth; Fully engage with stakeholders at all levels to coordinate activities aimed at changing bad practices along river courses;...ich, enhancing sustainable development of hydropower resources
Regional Power Trade Programme Johannesburg, South Africa 12 16 October, 2015 Application deadline 23 August, 2015 Course fee USD 950 fee includes course materials, accommodation and meals Southern African Power Pool (SAPP) has been a regional champion for development of the power sector in the SADC region for almost two decades. SAPP is perceived as a role model for development of regional cooperation by other African regions as well as internationally. One of the key roles of SAPP in the last years has been to promote and operate trading platforms to enhance the regional trading of power between the SADC countries. SAPP has gained a lot of experience through the operation of its market and during 2015 is launching the second version of its trading platform with new markets that will allow and further increase the regional trading. As SAPP is now the owner of its trading systems, a key for SAPP will be to be able to offer its services to other emerging African power pools. Trading of power will become a new field of expertise that will attract new opportunities for innovation. This seminar will give and excellent insight in how this will be implemented in the SADC region and give the participants a head-start in understanding this. The seminar will focus on the tasks that are required to bring more liquidity into the markets and promote efficient cross-border trading in medium and short term, at the same time highlight some of the required changes to the structure of the market focusing especially on the regulatory role. SEMINAR OBJECTIVES The objective of this seminar is to allow the participants to learn about the SAPP experience up to now; but most important, it will enable the participants to learn about the new market offerings of the SAPP regional trading solutions. It will focus on the new markets that will enable SAPP and its market participants to grow. In additions it will focus on the role of the regulatory authorities both in each of the individual countries, but also regionally. The seminar will contain high-profiled speakers from the SADC region, international experts and other key stakeholders. MAIN TOPICS Generic focus on the African Market model that has been launched by SAPP - SAPP business platform and organization - The opportunities of the new market concept with additional markets to serve the market participants - How to utilize the regional resources by portfolio management in the new market concept - 20 years of SAPP operations Regulatory requirements and challenges - What will be the future role of the regional and national regulatory authorities (and associations) in the SADC region? - Focusing on the African theme with short introductions from international best practices with main speakers from relevant African countries - Presentation of Market surveillance s function in a market environment - How is market surveillance executed internationally - SAPP market surveillance operation and reporting The main target group will be anybody interested in an efficient trading of electricity in the SADC region. This includes Energy Regulators from the individual countries, Executives of power companies, ministries, water resource and energy agencies, relevant private sector enterprises with management responsibility, lawyers, energy sector investors and developers. The course will also be of value to engineers interested in developing their career within power markets and power trade, regulatory systems and licensing. The International Centre for Hydropower (ICH) is a non-profit organization based on
Regional Workshop on Revenue Protection Management and Prevention of Vandalism Ghana 26 October 4 November, 2015 Application deadline 30 August, 2015 Course fee USD 500 fee includes course materials, accommodation and meals Energy theft and vandalism on utility infrastructure are more common than most think. Both vices cost consumers billions of dollars every year the world over. It is therefore a strategic imperative that organizations establish revenue protection programs as well as measures to curb vandalism. This workshop is aimed at sensitizing all relevant personnel on best practices in revenue protection management as well as the effects of vandalism in terms of loss of revenue, lives and property. This how-to regional workshop for Africa provides tools to identify customer fraud and billing errors applicable to both large and small utilities as well modern day strategies to fight and protect utility infrastructure against acts of vandalism. The workshop focuses on minimizing revenue losses in Utilities by providing solutions against pilfering, theft, fraud, misallocation and misappropriation of revenue as well also the education of the role players to implement effective counter measures. COURSE OBJECTIVES At the end of the training programme, course participants shall be able to: Establish a revenue protection program Conduct theft and fraud investigations Recover lost revenues Implement measures to curb against utility infrastructure vandalism MAIN TOPICS Revenue protection process and management Project planning and management tools Revenue protection risk management issues Tampering Data management and technical awareness Tamper detection skills development Remedial actions and investigation processes Technological solutions Smart metering solution Vandalism-Infrastructure Protection Quality guidelines and best practices Meter shop supervisors, customer service managers, utility investigators, security personnel in power generation, transmission and distribution utilities, water utilities, manufacturing companies, mining sector, government ministries, NGO s, educational & research institutions, security wings and other suitably qualified personnel dealing with revenue and vandalism issues. institutional membership among organizations with an involvement in Hydropower
Condition Monitoring & Maintenance Planning of the Francis Turbine Tanzania PART 1 Online course: elearning.ich.no 10 August 6 November, 2015 PART 2 Workshop in Tanzania 16 20 November, 2015 Application deadline 19 July, 2015 Course fee USD 2000 fee includes The course fee includes access to Part 1 of the course, accommodation, meals & a visit to a local power plant during the workshop Part 2. This is a 2 part course: A special training programme for Technical staff and Management in existing Power plants in Africa and other emerging economies. PART 1 Online course: elearning.ich.no 10 August 6 November, 2015 A web-based preparatory tool to increase and harmonise the skills of the participants. 10 modules (over 10 weeks) 1 module per week (4 6 hrs workload per week) Assignments, tests and discussion forums (obligatory) PART 2 Workshop in Tanzania 16 20 November, 2015 A physical workshop with participants upon completion of the web-based part With a skilled instructor Demonstration of testing equipment and methods Practical exercises Condition evaluation is necessary to reduce the risk of failure Technical staff, Management and those engaged in planning, implementation and follow-up on maintenance activities in existing power plants. COURSE OBJECTIVES The course should facilitate participants with the capacity to identify performance indicators that support the maintenance decision-making process, thus develop solid internal condition assessment tools so as to gain consistency within their Power plants. ICH... Gaining through training
Francis Turbine Course Layout COURSE CONTENTS All relevant Francis turbine components are described in detail with the actual types of damages and their causes. The coursework also includes descriptions of measuring methods and measuring programmes with the necessary flow diagrams and inspection forms. These turbine components are described in separate chapters, and each chapter gives a detailed explanation of the: Components Types of damages Measuring methods Measurement programme Scheduling, planning and tracking of Operation and Maintenance work can significantly improve efficiency of O & M and production capacity GENERAL Joining the course presents an opportunity to learn about maintenance planning for the short and long term thus being able to take necessary actions in due time which can significantly improve efficiency of O&M and production capacity. Participants are encouraged to bring along information about turbine maintenance issues of your interest that can be shared with colleagues. ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS A relevant background in hydropower engineering or its equivalent Proficiency in English is necessary Basic computer skills and internet access All relevant Francis turbines measuring methods are included: Visual inspection Penetrate examination Magnetic particle examination Eddy current measurement Ultrasound testing Vibration measurement www.ich.no
Women are encouraged to apply. SPECIFICS FOR THE COURSES GENERAL All lecturers and resource persons are well-known specialists within their field, and they have extensive international and regional experience. Attending the courses is an opportunity to discuss and learn about current issues related to hydropower together with professionals from the continent and abroad. Participants are encouraged to bring along information that can be shared about pending energy and hydropower issues of your interest. ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS A minimum of about 5 years of working experience is required. Applicants should hold an applicable degree or possess relevant background knowledge. Proficiency in English is compulsory for all the courses Notice of admission will be given shortly after the application closing date. ICH reserves the right to accept or reject any applicant on the basis of their qualifications and experience. Women are encouraged to apply Information on travel, detailed course programme and other relevant information will be sent to all participants in due course. Participants are expected to arrive at the venue of the course the day prior to the course start, and leave no earlier than the day after end of the course. COURSE FEE The course fee includes lectures, materials, accommodation, meals, a social programme and fieldtrips if applicable. International travel expenses are not included. There is a reduced fee for ICH members. A limited number of sponsored seats are available for participants from countries prioritized by NORAD (Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation). Those who would like a guaranteed seat on the course should secure their own funding. MORE INFORMATION Information on other courses can also be found on our website: www.ich.no or by contacting Carole.Rosenlund@sintef.no International Centre for Hydropower (ICH), Klæbuveien 153, N-7465 Trondheim, Norway. E-mail: Carole.Rosenlund@sintef.no Fax: +47 73 59 07 81 Fagtrykk Trondheim AS www.ich.no