Training Course: Introductory RTDS Simulator Training Course in France

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GLOBAL TRAINING OPPORTUNITY: FRANCE

Our first global training event is coming to France! From February 1-5, 2027, RTDS Technologies will deliver its first international Introductory RTDS Simulator Training Course at RTE International, providing participants with the same expert-led, hands-on learning experience offered at our Winnipeg training courses.The program will include several presentations from experts in the field.

TRAINING DETAILS

WHEN: February 1 - 5, 2027

WHERE:
RTE – Campus Transfo
2119 Av. Henri Schneider, 69330 Jonage, France

COURSE FEE: CAD$2,500

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INTRODUCTORY RTDS SIMULATOR TRAINING COURSE

Learn more about real-time simulation and its applications during a 5-day, in-person Introductory Training Course. This course focuses on the basics of the RTDS Simulator's hardware and software.

What To Expect

Review the principles of operation of the RTDS Simulator
Learn how the electromagnetic transients algorithm is used
Discover the RSCAD® Software Suite and its modules
Build and run a number of power system simulation cases showing the capabilities and limitations of the RTDS Simulator
Use of various I/O cards – GTAO, GTAI, GTDO, GTDI and GTFPI
Learn to develop an interface between an external protective relay and the RTDS Simulator for closed-loop testing
Use RSCAD’s CBuilder module to create user defined models
Use scripts to automate the process of running simulation cases
Review the sub-step and UCM capabilities of the RTDS Simulator for modeling power electronic circuit

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We are excited to bring our training courses from our headquarters in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada to the rest of the world! Want to visit us in our home base in Winnipeg? Explore our RTDS Simulator introductory and advanced training courses held in Winnipeg.

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