Education & Workforce Training

The Power Systems Engineering Center (PSEC) at NJIT provides education and workforce training to support the evolving needs of the electric power and energy sector. Our activities combine graduate education, hands-on laboratory training, and industry engagement to prepare engineers for modern power system challenges.

Latest Expected Power Course List

Fall 2026

ECE610 Power Systems Steady State Analysis (hybrid)
ECE613 Protection of Power Systems (online)
ECE619 Intelligent Sensing for Smart Grid and Smart City (face to face)
ECE652 HVDC Design, Operation and Maintenance (online)
ECE654 US Offshore Renewable Energy Policy (online)
ECE656 Power System Dynamics (online)
ECE671 Wind Plant Project Financing (online) [current course title is “Financing Offshore Wind”, and it will be updated after August 2026 in the Graduate Catalog]

Spring 2027

ECE608 Electricity Markets (online) [its current course code is shown as ECE698, and it will be updated to ECE608 in academic year 2026/2027]
ECE611 Transients in Power Systems (online)
ECE616 Power Electronics (online)
ECE618 Photovoltaic Semiconductors and Renewable Energy (face to face)
ECE628 Power Grid Modernization (online)
ECE651 Wind Power Transmission and Grid Interconnection (online)
ECE670 Management Strategies in the Power Industry (online)

Fall 2027

ECE610 Power Systems Steady State Analysis (hybrid)
ECE613 Protection of Power Systems (online)
ECE617 Economic Control of Interconnected Power Systems (face to face)
ECE619 Intelligent Sensing for Smart Grid and Smart City (face to face)
ECE652 HVDC Design, Operation and Maintenance (online)
ECE654 US Offshore Renewable Energy Policy (online)
ECE671 Wind Plant Project Financing (online)

Graduate Education Programs

NJIT offers specialized graduate programs in power and energy systems that provide both strong theoretical foundations and practical skills.

Master of Science in Power and Energy Systems
Covers power system analysis, operation, power electronics, renewable integration, and grid modernization.
Graduate Certificate in Power Systems Engineering
Focused training in core power system topics for professionals and graduate students.
Graduate Certificate in Wind Power Management
Designed for professionals involved in wind energy project development, planning, and policy.
Graduate Certificate in Wind Power Systems Operation, Maintenance, and Planning
Covers technical and operational aspects of wind energy systems, including reliability, maintenance, and system integration.

These programs support both full-time students and working professionals seeking advanced training in power and energy systems.

Hands-On Training & Laboratory Experience

PSEC integrates advanced laboratory infrastructure into its education and training programs. Students and trainees gain practical experience with:

Real-time power system simulation
Hardware-in-the-loop testing
Grid-connected power electronic systems
Distributed energy resource integration
Advanced sensing and monitoring technologies

This hands-on training bridges the gap between theory and real-world power system operation.

Workforce Development & Industry Engagement

PSEC works closely with utilities, industry partners, and government agencies to align its programs with workforce needs. Activities include:

Industry-sponsored student projects
Professional training and workforce development programs
Collaborative research and training initiatives
Student internships and career pathways

These efforts support workforce development for grid modernization, electrification, and clean energy deployment.

Professional Training Programs

In addition to formal academic programs, PSEC offers professional training through short courses, workshops, and bootcamps on modern power systems and emerging energy technologies.

These activities are organized under the Future Power Academy, which serves as the Center’s platform for continuing education and industry training.

(Learn more about the Future Power Academy)

Preparing the Next Generation of Power Engineers

Through integrated education, training, and industry collaboration, PSEC is developing engineers equipped to design, operate, and modernize the electric power grid.