1) DEMONSTRATE KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING OF FACTS CONCEPTS AND SYSTEMS Knowledge and Understanding

2) ANALYSE AND DESIGN REACTIVE POWER COMPENSATION SYSTEMS.
Analysis

3) SOLVE REAL AND REACTIVE POWER FLOW PROBLEMS.
Problem solving

4) EVALUATE THE IMPACT OF FLEXIBLE AC TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS ON MODERN POWER SYSTEMS. Reflection

1) An assignment 1500 words 50%, learning outcomes 1, 2 and 4.
2) Two hour written examination 50%, learning outcomes 1, 2, and 3.

The assignment (50%) is simulation based which will demonstrate the ability of the student to design and apply FACTS devices to power systems.
Students will also attend the two-hour written examination (50%) at the end of the module.

Practice formative class tests will be undertaken during the module and formative guidance and feedback will be provided in tutorial sessions within the class.

Evolution of modern Power Transmission and Distribution Systems.
FACTS Concept and General System Considerations.
Reactive Power Compensation and Voltage Control: Shunt Compensation, Series Compensation
Power Flow Control, Phase Angle Control. Unified power Flow Control.
Application Examples and case studies.
Harmonic Distortion from FACTS Devices, Filter Design

This module will enable students to gain understanding, apply knowledge, analyse and evaluate problems and create solutions through a variety of activities, including:
- Directed learning and reading
- Use of software packages
- Lectures
- Laboratory/tutorials

Acha, E., et al. (2016) VSC-FACTS-HVDC Modelling, Analysis and Simulation in Power Grids, John Wiley & Sons

Hingorani, N.G. & Gyugyi, L. (1999) Understanding FACTS: Concepts and Technology of Flexible AC Transmission Systems, Wiley-IEEE Press

Jos Arrillaga, J. & Watson, N.R. (2003) Power System Harmonics, 2nd Edn., John WIley and Sons

Power Electronics l Laboratory
Software packages (e.g. PSCAD/EMTDC)
Video Material
Lectures, library, computing facilities, Internet, Industrial Collaboration

ASSESSMENT DETAILS

You will be required to complete two elements of summative assessment as follows:

1. An assignment 2,000 words weighted at 50% assessing learning outcomes 1, 2 and 4.
2. 2-hour written examination weighted at 50% assessing learning outcomes 1, 2, and 3.

The assignment (50%) is a simulation-based investigation which will demonstrate your ability to design and apply FACTS devices to power systems.
You will also attend a two-hour written examination (50%) at the end of the module.

Practice formative class tests will be undertaken during the module and formative guidance and feedback will be provided in tutorial sessions within the class.

Electricity provision in UK and around the world is undergoing a profound transformation driven by new technologies, increased demand for fossil fuels in the developing world, and climate policies. The smart grid paradigm encompasses the technological components of this transformation whereby new technologies such as solar panels and batteries will integrate with the existing grid. Enabled by new information and communication technologies this provides utilities with more efficient ways to manage their infrastructure and can provide consumers with the ability to participate fully in the energy market. Together this will lead to a more flexible and economically efficient system that can also better accommodate and even benefit from new technologies such as electric vehicles and renewables.

This module will provide you with a deep understanding of the concepts and challenges of smart grid.

. Distributed generation and power network management: basic concepts and challenges.
. Concepts of Smart Grid, Microgrids and Smart metering.
. Modern power network components and topologies.
. Real-time monitoring vs conventional monitoring.
. Communication technologies for Smart/Intelligent Power Network.
. Power flow studies (real and reactive power) with FACT devices for Smart/Intelligent Power Network using advanced communication technologies and ICT.

This module will enable students to gain understanding, apply knowledge, analyse and evaluate problems and create solutions through a variety of activities, including:
- Directed learning and reading
- Use of software packages
- Lectures
- Laboratory/tutorials

Stuart, B. (2018) Smart Grids: Advanced Technologies and Solutions, 2 Edn., CRC Press.

Budka, K.C. (2014) Communication Networks for Smart Grids: Making Smart Grid Real, Springer

Acha, E. et al. (2016) VSC-FACTS-HVDC Modelling, Analysis and Simulation in Power Grids, John Wiley & Sons.

Hingorani, N.G. & Gyugyi, L. (1999) Understanding FACTS: Concepts and Technology of Flexible AC Transmission Systems, Wiley-IEEE Press

Jos Arrillaga, J. & Watson, N.R. (2003) Power System Harmonics, 2nd Edn., John WIley and Sons

Power Electronics l Laboratory
Software packages (e.g. PSCAD/EMTDC/MATLAB, SIMULINK)
Video Material
Lectures, library, computing facilities, Internet, Industrial Collaboration