This course will provide a broad overview of all components and technologies associated with, and connected to, the new Smart Grid. The field specific knowledge to be covered would be Renewable Energy Systems and characteristics. Grid code compliance. PV components and sizing. Storage components, e.g. batteries. Microgrids and power flow. Energy storage scheduling, load-frequency control and inter-area power flow. Network dynamics & stability. Economics of SG installations. Communications technology and selection. Applicable network codes & regulations, and power system modeling and simulation software