Objectives
The aim of the short-term course would be to familiarize the participants with the concepts of Common Information Model and its role in integration of inter and intra utility applications. Technology fundamentals of CIM, such as unified modeling language (UML), model driven integration (MDI), object oriented design, profiles and schema definitions, eXtensible markup language (XML), resource description framework, architectural concepts, service orientation, etc. will be discussed at length. Special focus shall be given in showing the hands on working of tools that are available for CIM extensions, CIM XML schema generation, and CIM compliance validation, with demo sessions. Upon successful completion of this course, participants would appreciate the strategic long-term importance of CIM in Indian context.
Who May Benefit
The primary beneficiaries of CIM include system operators, vendors, utilities, and system integrators. System operators can establish unambiguous and consistent definition of power system data throughout the system, thereby avoiding confusion. Operators can prepare specifications for ensuring CIM compliance while procuring the next generation SCADA/EMS systems. Manual actions can be eliminated and automation of various functions can be achieved in a phased manner. Vendors can develop integrated solutions configured to specific requirements. Utilities can get ready-made solutions in modular fashion. System integrators, owing to interoperability, find it easier to integrate applications at syntactic and semantic levels.
