EDUCATION
CPES Power Electronics Short Course
One of the missions of CPES is to provide the opportunity for practicing engineers to broaden their knowledge base and stay updated on new technologies by offering professional short courses that will provide a clear understanding of the fundamental principles and a working knowledge of current technology and applications.
Modeling & Control Design of DC/DC Converter
July 29 - August 2, 2019
Lectures: Cascades Conference Room, The Inn at Virginia Tech (IVT) and Skelton Conference Center
Lab: 253 Whittemore Hall (within walking distance to IVT)
Instructors: Fred C. Lee, Qiang Li
Course Fee:
Lab: 253 Whittemore Hall (within walking distance to IVT)
Instructors: Fred C. Lee, Qiang Li
Course Fee:
- $1,600.00 -- Principal-Plus, Principal, Associate Members
- $2,500.00 -- Affiliate Members
- $3,500.00 -- Non-Members
To check membership status, click: CPES Industry Members
Additional Information
- Course materials will be available on Monday outside the lecture room.
- Short course lectures - begin at 8 a.m.
- All participants are invited to join group lunch on Monday
- Lunch on own - Preston's @ Inn at VT, or nearby restaurants
Lodging
The Inn at Virginia Tech
901 Prices Fork Road
Blacksburg, VA 24060
540-231-8000
Group rate: $149 plus tax | Lodging Block deadline: 28 June 2019
Blacksburg, VA 24060
540-231-8000
Group rate: $149 plus tax | Lodging Block deadline: 28 June 2019
Hyatt Place
650 University City Blvd
Blacksburg, VA 24060
(540) 552-7500
Group Rate: $117/night plus tax | Lodging Block deadline: 29 June 2019
Blacksburg, VA 24060
(540) 552-7500
Group Rate: $117/night plus tax | Lodging Block deadline: 29 June 2019
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Blacksburg
1020 Plantation Rd.
Blacksburg, VA 24060
(540) 552-0900
Group Rate: $109/night plus tax | Lodging Block deadline: 29 June 2019
Blacksburg, VA 24060
(540) 552-0900
Group Rate: $109/night plus tax | Lodging Block deadline: 29 June 2019
Transportation
- Closest airport: ROA
(Roanoke Regional Airport, approximately 45 miles away) - Car rentals: Numerous car rentals are available at Roanoke Regional Airport. To perform a search for the dates of the conference, click here.
- Smart Way Bus: Commuter bus service linking the Roanoke Valley to the New River Valley. Fare is $4.00 each way and exact change is required. Does not stop at hotels. The closest stop to the Conference venue will be Squire Student Center, with possible pick-up arranged directly with your chosen lodging. Phone: (540) 982-6622 | Website
- Roanoke Airport Transportation Services: Offers door-to-door service from Roanoke Regional Airport. Phone: (540) 345-7710 | Website
For More Information
If you wish to receive additional information about the CPES short course at Virginia Tech, please contact Dennis Grove or call (540) 231-3353.
