The work package deals with laboratory extensions and curriculum development. Most of the laboratory equipment is already in place but some expansions are required to achieve a multi-vendor environment and substation GPS synchronization. Expansion of the co-simulation software could be needed. The industry partners will lend equipment for testing. The work package also is also related to providing remote access for testing and online work-force development. Topics of interest in this WP are:

• Multi-vendor
• Time synchronization, PTP
• Remote access and control, virtual lab
• Co-simulation
• Online educational and workforce development aspects. Specialization topic.