Course overview
A power system is an interconnected network consisting of various components such as generators that convert mechanical energy into electrical energy and transmission/distribution lines that transmit this to the load centres. This course is a foundational course in the electrical power engineering and provides a good understanding of the complex power system and its operation. It covers power and frequency control, reactive power and voltage control, load flow analysis, stability analysis, fault and protection analysis.
Course learning outcomes
- Formulate and solve the mathematical models describing steady-state real and reactive power transfer 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
- Analyse steady-state behaviour of small-size electrical power networks using both analytical methods and software tools
- Analyse faults in small-size power networks using both analytical methods and software tools
- Explain basic concepts and mathematical models of power system control and stability
Degree list
The following degrees include this course