The Skill Development & Training and Infrastructure Management (SDT & IM) Division of NIWE has successfully conducted the 2nd International Online Training Course on "Wind Turbine Technology" during 25th July to 05th August 2022, sponsored by Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), Government of India under e-ITEC programme. The course addressed all aspects of Wind Power starting from introduction to wind and its technology, wind resource assessment, installation and commissioning, Grid integration, operation and maintenance of wind farms, financial and policy aspects along with testing and certification of wind turbines. The course was attended by 23 participants from 12 ITEC countries, Bangladesh, Cambodia, Ecuador, Egypt, Ethiopia, Iraq, Mauritius, Morocco, Myanmar, Nepal, South Sudan and Sri Lanka.
The training course was inaugurated virtually by Dr. K. Balaraman, Director General, NIWE in the presence of Course Coordinator Dr. P. Kanagavel, Director and Head, SDT & IM, NIWE on 25th July 2022.
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| Course Coordinator Dr. P. Kanagavel delivering the welcome address |
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| Participants self introduction during Inaugural |
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| Dr. K. Balaraman delivering the inaugural address |
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| Participants group photo |
During the 10 days of course, 20 lectures were scheduled. The course content of the training were handled by Scientists, Engineers of NIWE, wind turbine manufacturers and academicians from premier institutions, who have years of experience in the field.
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| Glimpse of lectures during training |
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Dr. K. Balaraman, Director General, NIWE delivered the Valedictory Address and distributed e-certificates virtually to the participants.
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| Participants sharing their feedback |
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| Virtual distribution of the Course Certificate |
The course structure and organization of training was highly appreciated by the participants. The participants were very much satisfied by the quality of lectures and support from the organizing team throughout the course.
