January 29, 2026
Global Renewable News

Plain Talk About The Electric Power System

Organization:
IEEE Power & Energy Society
Location:
Chicago, Illinois, United States
Start Date:
May 4, 2026
End Date:
May 6, 2026
Description
Co-located with IEEE PES 2026 T&D Conference and Exposition

Plain Talk About The Electric Power System

The IEEE Power & Energy Society’s Plain Talk About Electric Power System courses are designed for professionals working in or with the electric power industry, including those without a technical or engineering background. These expert-led courses provide a clear, practical understanding of electric power systems, including how they operate, current industry challenges, and key trends shaping the future of electricity delivery.

Whether you’re a new engineer, a professional transitioning into the energy sector, or a regulatory or policy expert, these courses will help you:

  • Understand the technical foundation of electric power systems
  • Gain insight into engineering concerns, regulatory demands, and consumer expectations

  • Learn how electricity powers modern society, from homes and businesses to critical infrastructure

The electric grid is the backbone of our economy, yet many professionals lack a basic understanding of how it works. IEEE’s Plain Talk courses fill this knowledge gap with practical, industry-relevant training you can apply immediately.

Boost your energy industry knowledge with IEEE Power & Energy Society –  the trusted source for power systems education.

Register for these courses in the event registration site here.

THE COURSE CURRICULUM includes:

  • Day 1- May 4, 2026:  Power System Basics - Understanding How the Bulk Electric Power System Works
  • Day 2- May 5, 2026:  Distribution System - Delivering Power to the Customer
  • Day 3- May 6, 2026:  Transmission System - The Interconnected Bulk Electric System

Each day's course is eligible for 0.8 CEUs / 8 PDHs.

Who Would Benefit:

  • Utility board members
  • Business executives
  • Power brokers and power marketers
  • Government officials, regulatory or legislative staff members,
  • Public affairs administrators
  • Media professionals
  • Attorneys
  • Economists
  • Accountants
  • Anyone with an interest in learning about the electric power systems upon which we all depend.

Course Enrollment Guidelines

  • Course fees cover electronic instructional material, CEU certificates, a daily continental breakfast, lunches, and snacks. Each day’s course is eligible for 0.8 CEUs / 8 PDHs.
  • Conference registration is NOT required to sign up for these courses.
Additional information

Group and discount rates available.


  • Two or more registrants from the same organization are eligible for 10% OFF. 

  • Comed employees or exhibitors from the same company are eligible for 15% OFF.  


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Contact LaToya Gourdine at +1-732-981-2876 or email l.gourdine@ieee.org PRIOR to registering in order to obtain discount codes.