Course Introduction

Utility networks such as water, drainage, electricity, and public services require advanced monitoring and control systems to ensure reliability, efficiency, and rapid response to failures. Public works authorities increasingly rely on smart control systems to enhance operational visibility and decision-making.

This course provides participants with practical knowledge of advanced monitoring and control systems used in utility networks, focusing on public sector infrastructure environments.

Course Objectives

Participants will be able to:

• Understand monitoring and control concepts for utility networks
• Apply SCADA and control system principles
• Improve operational visibility and response time
• Support efficient utility network management
• Reduce operational risks and service interruptions

Target Audience

• Utility and infrastructure engineers
• Operations and maintenance professionals
• Control room and monitoring staff
• Public works authority engineers
• Asset management teams
• Technical supervisors

Course Outline (5 Training Days)

Day 1: Utility Networks and Control Fundamentals

• Types of utility networks and systems
• Monitoring and control objectives
• Public sector utility challenges
• Reliability and service continuity
• Control system architectures

Day 2: Monitoring Technologies and SCADA Systems

• SCADA system components
• Sensors and data acquisition
• Communication networks
• Control room operations
• Cybersecurity considerations

Day 3: Data Analysis and Operational Control

• Real-time data analysis
• Alarm management and response
• Decision support tools
• Performance monitoring
• Case studies

Day 4: System Integration and Optimization

• Integrating monitoring systems
• Optimizing network performance
• Fault detection and isolation
• Energy and resource efficiency
• Vendor and contractor management

Day 5: Governance and Best Practices

• Control system governance
• Standards and compliance
• Lessons learned
• Best practices in public utilities
• Course review