IEEE Orlando Section Student Lab Visit

IEEE Orlando Section Student Lab Visit GE/FPL Microgrid Control Lab & DC/AC Microgrid Control Lab The IEEE Orlando Section invites students from the University of Central Florida and Valencia College to participate in a guided visit to UCF's Microgrid Control Laboratory and explore ongoing research in microgrids, distributed energy resources, power systems, smart-grid technologies, and advanced control systems. The event will feature a keynote session by Dr. Zhihua Qu, Director of the Microgrid Control Lab, followed by the keynote session by Dr. Vahraz Zamani from Kimley Horn. Students will then participate in guided visits to the GE/FPL Microgrid Control Lab and DC/AC Microgrid Control Lab, where they will have the opportunity to see research platforms and experimental systems in operation and interact with faculty and researchers working in the field. 📆 Date: Friday, November 13, 2026 ⏰Time: 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM 📍Location: Research 1 Building, Room 101, University of Central Florida The event is open to all UCF and Valencia College students. Attendance is limited to 20 students, who will be divided into two groups of 10 for the laboratory visits. Seats are limited and will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Students interested in attending should register as early as possible using the link below OR using the QR code: IEEE Orlando Section Student Lab Visit registration Event Schedule: Coffee and breakfast will begin at 8:00 AM, followed by the event introduction, keynote session by UCF Faculty and Industry Professional, IEEE activities update, and laboratory briefing. Guided laboratory visits will take place from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM. This is an opportunity for students interested in power systems, renewable energy, controls, electronics, and emerging smart-grid technologies to experience real-world microgrid research and connect with faculty, researchers, and IEEE professionals.