ENGM045 | 2024/5 | University of Exeter

MODULE TITLE	Introduction to Power Systems and Plant	CREDIT VALUE	15
MODULE CODE	ENGM045	MODULE CONVENER	Dr Shuhang Shen (Coordinator)

DURATION: TERM	1	2	3
DURATION: WEEKS	6

Number of Students Taking Module (anticipated)	25

DESCRIPTION - summary of the module content

The modern power system is a complex and highly integrated network comprising a set of power infrastructure. This module provides an overview of the modern power system, and introduce key power system components and basic principles of the power system operation. The module will start from basic circuit theory and electrical principles and then cover key power system equipment and materials. Towards the end, energy conversion, operational stresses, balance between generation and demand and power quality will be addressed. This module is particularly useful to ensure you have sufficient fundamental knowledge for other advanced modules.

AIMS - intentions of the module

This module aims to develop your understanding of modern power system structure, functions, components, and basic working principles of energy conversion. On successful completion of this module, you will be able to describe the operation of modern power system and to explain the basic working principles and challenges of key power system components. This module will raise your awareness on technical problems in modern power systems.

INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES (ILOs) (see assessment section below for how ILOs will be assessed)

On successful completion of this module you should be able to:

Module Specific Skills and Knowledge

1. Understand the fundamental physical principles of electrical power (M.1)
2. Understand the structure of the modern power system, and identify and describe key power system components and their functions (M.1)

3. Apply basic circuit theory and electrical principles to analyse energy conversion processes within the power system (M.1, M.2, M.3)

Discipline Specific Skills and Knowledge

4. Evaluate the balance between power generation and demand within the system (M.2)

Personal and Key Transferable / Employment Skills and Knowledge

5. Develop critical thinking skills through analysing and solving problems related to power system
6. Enhance communication skills by effectively conveying technical concepts related to power systems

SYLLABUS PLAN - summary of the structure and academic content of the module

Power System Fundamentals:

Basic circuit analysis techniques used in power system
Phasor representation of AC
Active power P and reactive power Q
Basics of electrical and magnetic fields
Single phase power vs three phase power

Power System Structure and Components:

Transmission and distribution networks
Introduction of power system equipment and materials
Fundamental principles of synchronous machines, asynchronous machines, transmission lines, power transformers and cables

Power System Operation:

Energy conversions in power systems
Energy storage in power systems
Dielectric and thermal requirements in power equipment
Power balance between generation and demand
HVAC vs HVDC systems

Power Quality:

Voltage distortion
Harmonics
Fourier Analysis
Impact of Electrification of Heat and Transport

LEARNING AND TEACHING

LEARNING ACTIVITIES AND TEACHING METHODS (given in hours of study time)

Scheduled Learning & Teaching Activities	39	Guided Independent Study	111	Placement / Study Abroad	0

DETAILS OF LEARNING ACTIVITIES AND TEACHING METHODS

Category	Hours of study time	Description
Scheduled learning and teaching activities	24	Lectures
Scheduled learning and teaching activities	12	Tutorials
Scheduled learning and teaching activities	3	Laboratories
Guided independent study	111	Lecture and assessment preparation and associated reading

ASSESSMENT

FORMATIVE ASSESSMENT - for feedback and development purposes; does not count towards module grade

Form of Assessment	Size of Assessment (e.g. duration/length)	ILOs Assessed	Feedback Method
Quizzes	One for each major topic, (typically 2 hours of work)	All	One for each major topic, (typically 2 hours of work)

SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT (% of credit)

Coursework	30	Written Exams	70	Practical Exams	0

DETAILS OF SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT

Form of Assessment	% of Credit	Size of Assessment (e.g. duration/length)	ILOs Assessed	Feedback Method
Coursework	20	6 – 8 hours	All	Marking Comments
Lab Report	10	3 – 6 A4 sides	All	Marking Comments
Written exam	70	2 hours in winter	All	Exam marks

DETAILS OF RE-ASSESSMENT (where required by referral or deferral)

Original Form of Assessment	Form of Re-assessment	ILOs Re-assessed	Time Scale for Re-assessment
Coursework, lab work, written exam	Written exam (100%)	All	Referral/deferral period

RE-ASSESSMENT NOTES

Referred and deferred assessment will normally be by examination.

For referrals, only the examination will count, a mark of 40% being awarded if the examination is passed. For deferrals, candidates will be awarded the higher of the deferred examination mark or the deferred examination mark combined with the original coursework mark.

RESOURCES

INDICATIVE LEARNING RESOURCES - The following list is offered as an indication of the type & level of
information that you are expected to consult. Further guidance will be provided by the Module Convener

Basic reading:

Mohamed E. El-Hawary, Introduction to Electrical Power Systems, Wiley, 2008.
Frank Delea, Jack Casazza, Understanding Electric Power Systems, Wiley, 2011.
Pieter Schavemaker, Lou van der Sluis, Electrical Power System Essentials, Wiley, 2017.

Other Resources:

Alexandra von Meier, Electric Power Systems: A Conceptual Introduction, Wiley, 2006.

Reading list for this module:

There are currently no reading list entries found for this module.

CREDIT VALUE	15	ECTS VALUE	7.5

PRE-REQUISITE MODULES	None
CO-REQUISITE MODULES	None

NQF LEVEL (FHEQ)	7	AVAILABLE AS DISTANCE LEARNING	No
ORIGIN DATE	Thursday 25th July 2024	LAST REVISION DATE	Monday 29th July 2024

KEY WORDS SEARCH	None Defined

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