In fact, the original version of the Simulator software was built as a tool for teaching power systems and presenting power systems analysis results to technical and non-technical audiences alike. PowerWorld Simulator is ideally suited for teaching power systems operations and analysis and for performing research. (3) Ask your professor to email information on purchasing an academic license for your university. (2) Purchase the Glover/Overbye/Sarma Power Systems Analysis and Design textbook (ISBN-13: 978-3-4) Download the software from the link provided in the book, which provides a 40 bus version. (1) Download the free 13-bus version linked here. If you would like to use Simulator for your studies and research there are three options: