Content, progress and pedagogy of the
module
The module is based on knowledge achieved in the modules AC
circuit theory and Electrical machines or similar.
Learning objectives
Knowledge
- Have knowledge about calculation and measurement of the
characteristic quantities of electrical power systems
- Have knowledge about calculation of voltages, currents, active
and reactive power transfer in simple and composite transmissions
and distribution networks
- Have knowledge about power flow and the belonging most applied
analytical and numerical calculation methods
- Have knowledge about symmetrical components, their
calculation and usage
- Have knowledge about calculation of currents and voltages for
single phase and multiphase faults in the electricity grid for
varying types of grounding circuits in simple and composite
transmission and distribution networks
- Have knowledge about Fourier series and harmonic functions and
their relevance in relation to power systems
Skills
- Be able to analyse various electrical power system components
in such a way that their characteristic electrical quantities may
be determined
- Be able to apply the electric power system characteristic
quantities to calculate the power flow in transmission and
distribution networks, including low voltage networks
- Be able to develop numerical methods to calculate the power
flow in transmission and distribution networks, including low
voltage networks
- Be able to calculate the distribution of short circuit currents
for symmetrical and unsymmetrical faults in transmission and
distributions networks, including low voltage networks
- Be able to apply Fourier analysis on relevant scenarios in
power systems
Competences
- Be able to handle simple development oriented situations in
relation to power systems under normal conditions or during
faults
- Independently be able to participate in disciplinary and
interdisciplinary collaboration with a professional approach in the
field of power system fundamentals
- Be able to identify one’s own learning needs and to structure
one’s own learning in electrical power systems
Type of instruction
Lectures, laboratory work and practical exercises and possibly
E-learning via digital platforms.
Extent and expected workload
Since it is a 5 ECTS course, the work load is expected to be 150
hours for the student.
Exam
Exams
Name of exam | Electrical Power Systems |
Type of exam | Written or oral exam |
ECTS | 5 |
Permitted aids | With certain aids:
For more information about permitted aids, please visit the course
description in Moodle. |
Assessment | 7-point grading scale |
Type of grading | Internal examination |
Criteria of assessment | The criteria of assessment are stated in the Examination
Policies and Procedures |