RTDS Simulator Training Courses

LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES

RTDS Technologies is committed to advancing global expertise in real-time power system simulation. Through our structured training programs, we empower engineers, researchers, and industry professionals with the knowledge and tools needed to lead in an evolving energy landscape.


TRAINING COURSES AT OUR HQ

Advance your expertise in real-time power system simulation with our hands-on training courses. Whether you're just getting started or looking to deepen your knowledge, our Introductory and Advanced Applications courses offer immersive, in-person learning led by RTDS Technologies expert right in our headquarters in Winnipeg, Canada.

Join us in Winnipeg and gain practical skills through real-world simulation cases.

GLOBAL TRAINING EVENTS

We’re going global! RTDS Technologies is proud to launch our first-ever international training events, bringing expert-led, hands-on RTDS Simulator education to power system professionals around the world. Each event provides the same structured and high-quality instruction as our Winnipeg-based courses—now offered in key global hubs to enhance regional access and collaboration.

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UPCOMING TRAINING COURSES

 

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


FALL 2026

September 14 - 18, 2026
150 Innovation Drive
Winnipeg, MB R3T 2E1
CANADA

REGISTER FOR FALL 2026


ADVANCED APPLICATIONS TRAINING COURSE 

FALL 2026
System Automation; IEC 61850 & More...

September 21 - 25, 2026
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
150 Innovation Drive
Winnipeg, MB R3T 2E1 CANADA

This training course focuses on System Automation Applications of the RTDS® Simulator in Power System Protection, Automation, and Control. Fundamentals of contemporary power system automation protocols and their applications are highlighted using a specially designed set of Hands-on exercises, including hardware-in-the-loop simulations with the RTDS® Simulator and external IEDs.

What To Expect 
IEC 61850 standard series
• Fundamentals and applications
• Sampled values protocol
• GOOSE protocol
• MMS protocol
• Protective relay interface using IEC 61850
• Advanced applications

Synchrophasors and SCADA systems
• Phasor measurement units (PMU)
• Modbus protocol
• DNP3/IEC 60870-5-104 protocol

Other
• Cyber-security
• Socket communication using TCP/UDP
• New developments related to Protection and Automation in RTDS

REGISTER FOR FALL 2026

  • PRICING
    Intro and Advanced Training Course: RTDS Headquarters Winnipeg 
    Full Registration - $1,050 CAD
    Student Registration - $262.50 CAD
  • PAYMENT / REFUND POLICY
    • Payment due upon registration
    • 100% refund for cancellations up to 2 months prior to course start date
    • 50% refund for cancellations up to 1 month prior to course start date
    • No refund for cancellations after 1 month prior to course start date
  • IMPORTANT INFORMATION
    • All participants are required to provide their own laptop computer for the training course, and they must download and install RSCAD FX onto their computer prior to arriving for the course. Software installation instructions will be provided one week prior to course start date.
    • An ethernet connection will be required – please ensure you bring an ethernet adaptor if your laptop does not have an ethernet port.
    • A computer mouse is recommended.
    • Morning and afternoon refreshments plus lunch each day is included in the course fees.