Fundamentals of Power Systems

Описание: This technical webinar will cover the essential infrastructure, operation, and performance of electrical power systems – from generation, transmission, and distribution to system stability, protection, and load management. It will review the required coordination of technical and operational controls to ensure stable, reliable, and efficient performance under varying load and fault conditions.

Key takeaways from this webinar:
Power systems rely on load flow analysis and protection coordination to maintain safe and continuous operation.
Stability assessment and control ensures voltage, frequency, and that line loading remain within acceptable operational limits.
Effective protection schemes prevent equipment damage and preserve system integrity.

Presenter: Samkelo Nene – Lecturer

Samkelo Nene is a Candidate Engineering Technologist registered with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) and holds a BEng Tech (Honours) in Electrical Power Engineering. In recognition of his academic excellence and leadership, he was inducted into the Golden Key International Honour Society, a distinction awarded to the top-performing students worldwide. His academic foundation spans power systems, rotating machines, transformers and switchgear, power electronics, and energy policy.

He has served at the Durban University of Technology as a formal undergraduate tutor and lab facilitator, integrating practical experiments with theoretical learning to support diverse student needs. His teaching philosophy emphasizes adaptability, mentorship, and authentic engagement, ensuring that students not only grasp complex concepts but also connect them to real-world applications.

Beyond academia, during his previous contract with the South African National Energy Development Institute (SANEDI), Samkelo has contributed to South Africa’s G20 Presidency through Energy Transitions Working Group, supporting policy dialogues and collaborative frameworks for sustainable energy as an energy technical support and workshops coordinator. His involvement strengthened his perspective on the intersection of engineering, policy, and international cooperation, reinforcing his commitment to advancing energy transitions locally and globally.