Battery energy storages in smart grids

Individual course

Learning outcomes

After completing the course, the student

  • is able to understand reasons for power system changes, impact of these changes and need for utilization of flexible resources like battery energy storages to manage the impacts
  • understands the key role of battery energy storages in the future power system in which more flexibility and controllability will be needed at all voltage levels
  • has strong knowledge about basics of battery technologies their modeling and management and overview of battery storage solutions in Smart Grids, smart homes and hybrid power plants.

In addition, the course will cover topics related to electric vehicles effects on Smart Grids and multi-objective management of batteries in future power systems. Course exercise(s) will enable student to obtain in-depth understanding related to some relevant battery storage topic.

Teaching schedule

Final scheduling available in August 2025.

Completion methods

The course consists of two parts:

When applying for the course, you have the option to complete both parts (5 ECTS in total). If you only complete one part, you will get 2/3 ECTS.

You can get a digital badge after completing this course.

Responsible teacher

University of Vaasa
Hannu Laaksonen
hannu.laaksonen(at)uwasa.fi

Further information about the studies

University of Vaasa
FITech contact person
fitechvaasa(at)uwasa.fi

Contact person for applications

FITech-verkostoyliopisto
Fanny Qvickström, Opintoasioiden suunnittelija
info(at)fitech.io

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