ECE5510

Distribution and utilisation of electrical energy (6 points)

(ENG)

Leader: P Wallace

Offered:
Not offered in 2003.

Synopsis: Automatic generation control; voltage stability enhancement; quality of electricity supply; harmonic distortion, voltage drops, surges and flicker; power electronic solutions. Asymmetry; energy metering systems; quality standard and benchmarks; calculation of short circuit currents; plant rating. Automation; supervisory and control systems; substation arrangements; cable and overhead line arrangement.

Assessment: Examination (3 hours): 70% + Laboratory and assignment work: 30%

Contact Hours: 26 lectures, 26 hours of tutorial and laboratory classes

Prerequisites: ECE3502

Prohibitions: ECE4510