About This Course

This online, self-paced course focuses on how information and data are managed across the lifecycle of hydropower assets. It provides a practical understanding of how structured data systems, documentation practices, and digital tools support decision-making, compliance, and operational performance. Participants will learn how leading operators capture, organize, and leverage data—from design and commissioning through to daily operations—to improve reliability, reduce risk, and optimize asset performance. ⏱ Estimated completion time: approximately 2 hours.

Course curriculum

    1. Welcome Message

    2. Welcome and Introduction

    3. Asset Knowledge Enablers

    4. Data Management | EAM | Dashboards

    5. Incident Management

    6. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

    7. Training of Staff | Onboarding | Operation Readiness

    8. Closing Remarks

    9. Survey: Please provide your review of this module

About this course

  • $500.00
  • 9 lessons
  • 1 hour of video content

Key Outcomes of This Course

Participants completing this module will gain foundational understanding of:

  • Data and document management systems

    Learn how to structure, store, and manage critical hydropower data using DMS and EAM systems to ensure accuracy, traceability, and compliance.

  • Using data for decision-making and performance optimization

    Understand how dashboards, KPIs, and analytics tools transform raw data into actionable insights for operations, maintenance, and planning.

  • Incident tracking, reporting, and continuous improvement

    Learn how structured information flows support faster response, better reporting, and ongoing operational improvement.

Why Hydropower O&M Matters

Hydropower plays a critical role in modern electricity systems by providing reliable renewable energy and supporting grid stability. Effective operations and maintenance practices are essential to ensure these assets continue delivering safe, efficient, and dependable performance over decades of operation.

  • Hydropower plants provide dependable renewable electricity and support grid stability through services such as frequency regulation, spinning reserve, and black start capability.

  • Poor operations and maintenance practices can lead to equipment failures, safety incidents, environmental impacts, and costly operational disruptions.

  • Hydropower facilities often operate for 50–100 years or more, requiring disciplined operations and maintenance practices to sustain long-term reliability and efficiency.

  • Operators must comply with environmental regulations, dam safety requirements, and operating licenses to maintain regulatory compliance and public trust.