Power Systems PG

Postgraduate | 2026

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Area/Catalogue
ENGE 5017
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Course ID
206576
Level of study
Level of study
Postgraduate
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Unit value
6
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Course level
5
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
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Single course enrolment
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Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

Overview of modern power systems. Review of single and three-phase AC networks. Representation of synchronous machines for stability analysis. Principles of power and frequency control. Principles of reactive power and voltage control. Steady-state performance using load-flow analysis. Network fault analysis. Small and large-signal rotor-angle stability analysis. Principles of power system protection.

Course learning outcomes

  • Formulate and solve the mathematical models describing steady-state physical behavior of transmission and distribution lines
  • Define and describe operational concepts such as: flow of active and reactive power, voltage profile, steady-state stability, power flow limits and line loadability, voltage regulation, Surge Impedance Loading
  • Analyse line compensation techniques as applied in reactive power - voltage control and active power flow control
  • Formulate the mathematical models of interconnected electrical power networks
  • Simulate and analyse steady-state behavior of small-size electrical power networks using Power Flows software tool
  • Formulate the mathematical models and apply network solution techniques used in analyzing faults in power systems
  • Simulate and analyse faults in small-size electrical power networks using Fault Analysis software tool
  • Explain basic concepts and mathematical models of power system control and stability

Prerequisite(s)

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Corequisite(s)

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Antirequisite(s)

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