Introduction
This course equips learners with essential knowledge in power system planning and operations. Learners will explore key areas such as load forecasting, generation scheduling, network operations, reliability analysis, and planning for both power generation and transmission. The course offers a comprehensive understanding of how modern power systems are managed to ensure efficiency, reliability, and sustainability. This course is ideal for learners interested in energy systems, electrical engineering, or pursuing careers in the power and utilities sector.This course is credit-bearing (3 AU) and stackable to:
- Graduate Certificate in Power Engineering (9 AU)
- FlexiMasters in Power Engineering (15 AU)
- MSc in Power Engineering (30 AU)
Learners will receive their Statement of Accomplishment (for a grade of D and above) or Certificate of Participation for this course—dependent upon their assessment performance.
This course is part of the FlexiMasters in Power Engineering.Course Availability
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Date(s): 10 Aug 2026 to 02 Jan 2027
Venue: Nanyang Technological University
Registration Closing Date: 13 Jul 2026
At the end of the course, learners will be able to:
- Explain the important functions and issues involved in different activities associated with power system operation and planning.
- Apply the fundamental concepts and techniques to deal with all the issues in power system planning and operation functions.
- Develop research methodologies for research in various aspects of power systems.
This course is suitable for learners who are working or intending to work in the power engineering industry. Prior knowledge in power system operation will be an advantage.
Standard Course Fee: S$5615.68
| SSG Funding Support | BEFORE funding & GST | AFTER SSG funding (if eligible under various schemes) & 9% GST |
| Course Fee | Course Fee Payable | |
| Singapore Citizen (SC) and Permanent Resident (PR) (Up to 70% funding) | $5,152 | $1,684.70 |
| Enhanced Training Support for SMEs (ETSS) | $5,152 | $654.30 |
| Singapore Citizen aged ≥ 40 years old SkillsFuture Mid-career Enhanced Subsidy (MCES) (Up to 90% funding) | $5,152 | $654.30 |
- NTU/NIE alumni may utilise their $1,600 Alumni Course Credits for this course. Click here for more information.
- Learners can utilise their SkillsFuture Credits for this course.
- Singaporeans aged 40 years and above are able to use their SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career) top-up of $4,000 to offset the course fee after SSG funding.
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- Power Quality (3 AU)
- Modern Electrical Drives (3 AU)
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