Production and Distribution of Electricity (5 cr)

Evaluation scale

0-5

Objective

You will get to know the electricity transmission and distribution networks as well as the different forms of electricity production. Studying in this course requires planning skills in electrical engineering.

EUR-ACE ENGINEERING PRACTICE
You outline the basic structure of the electricity transmission and distribution network and know their basic components. You know the basic components used in high voltage technology and their applications. You know the basic protection methods used in the electricity transmission and distribution network, such as short-circuit and earth-fault relay protection. You identify the requirements set by decentralized electricity generation for the control and structure of the electricity network. You know how to dimension and select equipment and components using techno-economic principles. You have knowledge of the protections and control of electricity distribution devices and switchgear as well as electrical systems.

Content

Electricity transmission and distribution networks and high voltage technology
Power transmission systems, over voltages and over voltage protection
Electricity quality
Power distribution components, switch gear
Technical and economic dimensioning of cables
Short-circuit and earth-fault protection
Electricity distribution automation and remote operation
Decentralized electricity generation
New technologies and future prospects
Electricity generation plants (power plant technology)
New forms of electricity generation
Smart grids

Materials

Learning environment (Moodle) materials.

Teaching methods

Problem-based learning is used as a learning method. Learning takes place through lectures and independently performed and returned learning tasks and exercise works. The completion of learning tasks is guided by video instructions and during the contact lessons. This study unit includes also laboratory works.

Exam schedules

Two mid-term tests (spring 2025)
Resit 1 (spring 2025)
Resit 2 (spring 2025)

Completion alternatives

The admission procedures are described in the degree rule and the study guide. The teacher of the course will give you more information on possible specific course practices.

Student workload

One credit corresponds to an average of 27 hours of work, which means that the load of five credits is approximately 135 hours. The load is distributed in different ways depending on the course implementation.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Adequate (1): You recognize the basics and terminology, but you have shortcomings in interpreting the key issues.

Satisfactory (2): You know the basics and terminology, but applying things is challenging.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Good (3): You are familiar with the most commonly used forms of electricity generation. You outline the basic structure of the electricity transmission and distribution network and know their basic components. You know the basic protection methods used in the electricity transmission and distribution network, such as short-circuit and earth-fault relay protection. You know how to dimension and select components on a techno-economic basis.

Very good (4): You master the key things and know how to apply them in a variety of ways.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Excellent (5): You master the key things and know how to apply them in many ways. You are an expert.

Qualifications

Basic knowledge and skills in electrical engineering

Further information

Self-assessments are mainly done through learning tasks. The assessment decision is based on the skills demonstrated in the exercises and midterm exams.
Laboratory works are mandatory part of the course.