Microcredential

Microgrid Operator

Step into the critical role of microgrid operations and gain the knowledge to keep resilient energy systems running efficiently, safely, and securely—no matter the conditions.

$495

Total: Course cost

30 Hours to complete

Duration

Online - self-paced
Earn a credential

Overview

The Microgrid Operator Certificate Program delivers practical, self-paced training for individuals seeking to manage and monitor microgrid systems in real-world conditions. Designed by Arizona State University’s Laboratory for Energy And Power Solutions (LEAPS), this course equips learners with the skills needed to understand dispatch routines, system commissioning, battery integration, fault detection, and performance testing. With a focus on reliability, safety, and operational excellence, this program prepares operators to keep systems running smoothly and securely in an evolving energy landscape.

Key Benefits:

  • Learn how to operate and commission resilient microgrid systems
  • Understand fault response, power flow, and control topologies
  • Gain hands-on knowledge of system communications and testing
  • Build skills in energy theft prevention and technical documentation
  • Prepare for real-world challenges in microgrid integration and oversight

What’s Included:

  • Self-paced modules with expert-led video lectures
  • Interactive learning activities
  • Downloadable slide decks
  • Concept checks after each module to evaluate understanding
  • Supplemental readings with deep dives into underlying subject matter
  • Real-world case studies and applications
  • Eligibility for 3 CEUs upon successful completion

 Certificates will be granted and shared with graduates of the program.


Bundle and save on your microgrid training

Pair Microgrid Operator with a core knowledge course to build a complete, job-relevant skill set. This bundle connects foundational concepts with applied skills, helping you move from understanding to execution. Enroll in both together and save 15% while following a structured pathway designed to support real-world impact and career growth. You can learn more below:

Course Modules

Learn to classify and apply dispatch methods that align with system goals, impacting energy performance and design outcomes.

Who this course is designed for

  • Facility and plant operators transitioning to microgrid environments.
  • Veterans and service members entering energy operations roles.
  • Utility professionals seeking microgrid-specific operational training.
  • Field technicians expanding into clean energy infrastructure.
  • Engineers or energy analysts looking for applied microgrid skills.

Outcomes

By the end of this course, you’ll be able to:

  • Operate, monitor, and test microgrid systems under varying conditions
  • Apply dispatch, control, and commissioning strategies effectively
  • Evaluate and manage power flow, short circuits, and arc flash risks
  • Integrate communication protocols and battery systems into operations
  • Produce technical reports and performance documentation
  • Detect power theft and implement preventive operational practices

Practical skills you will develop

This program equips learners with vital skills to thrive in today's complex workforce. Key skills include:

System commissioning
Arc flash analysis
Grid control
Power system communications
Renewable energy integration
Short circuit analysis

These skills directly apply to these careers

Construction Manager

Plans, coordinates, and supervises construction projects, ensuring they meet safety codes, timelines, and budgets.

Median Salary: $104,900

Electrical and Electronics Engineering Technician

Assists in building, maintaining, and testing electrical infrastructure for energy systems.

Median Salary: $71,530

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Please reach out to asuleaps@asu.edu for direct assistance.

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