ECE5503

Electrical energy systems ( 6 points, SCA Band 2, 0.125 EFTSL)

Leader: A Zahedi

Offered:
Clayton First semester 2006 (Day)

Synopsis: Delivery of electrical energy; electrical generation technologies; transmission and distribution systems; load models; modelling of network elements; symmetrical components; steady state and dynamic analysis of power systems; frequency and voltage control; network response to transients; fault calculations; quality and harmonic issues for electrical supply systems; grid protection systems; electrical plant protection; plant ratings; fuses and overcurrent relays; earth-fault protection; introduction to high voltage engineering; aging and condition monitoring, insulation co-ordination and surge protection.

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

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

Prohibitions: ECE4503