5.00 credits
30.0 h + 30.0 h
Q1
Teacher(s)
De Jaeger Emmanuel;
Language
English
Prerequisites
Knowledge and practical application of the theory of electrical circuits and electromechanical converters, as covered in the courses LELEC1370 and LELEC1310
Main themes
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Introduction to electric energy systems (generation, transmission, distribution, storage and end-use of electric power and their respective developments
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Positioning of electricity as energy vector, electric energy systems overview and outlook,
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Structure and architectures of electric power systems,
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Modelling, calculation and optimization of electric power systems in steady state,
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Planning and operation of electric power systems,
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Introduction to economics of power systems and electricity markets,
- Introduction to Smart Grids
Learning outcomes
At the end of this learning unit, the student is able to : | |
| 1 | Contribution of the course to the program objectives In view of the LO frame of reference of the "Master Electrical Engineering", this course contributes to the development, acquisition and evaluation of the following learning outcomes: - AA1.1, AA1.2, AA1.3 - AA2.1, AA2.2 - AA3.3 - AA6.1 Specific LO of the course
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Content
- Electricity as energy carrier, architecture and constitution of power systems,
- Power systems physical concepts and modelling: transmission and distribution links (power transformers, lines, cables), generators and sources (synchronous machines, renewable energy conversion systems), power electronics devices used for grid control and operation (HVDC links, Flexible AC Transmission Systems),
- Load-Flow calculation,
- Electrical power systems planning concepts,
- Optimal and secure operation of power systems (Optimal Power Flow, units commitment and economic dispatch problems, contingency analysis),
- Frequency and power control,
- Voltage control,
- State-estimation,
- Balanced faulty operation (short circuit), basic introduction to power grids protections.
Teaching methods
- Lectures
- Practical sessions (supervised exercise sessions).
- Project to be carried out by groups of two students, based on the use of dedicated software for power systems design and analysis (This project is evaluated and taken into account in the final evaluation grade.)
Evaluation methods
Students are assessed during a written and/or oral examination dealing with both theoretical concepts and the discussion of practical situations (practical industrial case study, numerical exercises).
One quarter of the final grade will be awarded to the project assessment, provided that the student passes the oral exam (that is, score ≥ 10/20). In case the student does not obtain at least 50% of the points for the exam, the final grade is equal to the grade obtained for the exam.
One quarter of the final grade will be awarded to the project assessment, provided that the student passes the oral exam (that is, score ≥ 10/20). In case the student does not obtain at least 50% of the points for the exam, the final grade is equal to the grade obtained for the exam.
Online resources
Moodle
Bibliography
- Reference textbook: Electric Energy Systems - Analysis and Operation (A. Gomez-Exposito, A.J. Conejo, C. Canizares)
- Copy of the slides
- Complementary documentation
Faculty or entity
ELEC
