(Topics include but are not limited to)
Theme One: Smart grid
Smart grid architecture and models
Smart grid security
Energy transmission and interactive technologies
Smart grid in network and physical security systems
Smart grid networks and communications
Large-scale power grid security control
Communication based control and protection
Smart grid technology and equipment
Smart grid testing
Smart sensors and advanced metering infrastructure
Hybrid smart grid energy system technology
Theme two: Automation
Measurement and control technology and instruments
Modern signal processing and detection technology
Applied theory of automatic control
Command and control systems engineering
Control system simulation technology
Mechatronics technology
Fluid transmission and control
Automated instrumentation and equipment
Robot control
Automation technology application
Control science and technology
Manufacturing automation
Precision automation
Information automation
Biomedical automation
Chemical automation and instrumentation