Power Systems:
Power System structure and components, Single Line Diagrams, per unit system of notation,
Fault Analysis, Balanced and Unbalanced, Symmetrical components,
Load flow, Theory, computational techniques, Use of software for load flow analysis
Stability Analysis; steady state and transient; computational techniques, Use of Software
Power System transient, lightening and switching surges, Travelling wave analysis, Computational techniques, use of software
Protection
Introduction to protection systems
- Electro-mechanical, static & numerical relays
- Directional & non directional overcurrent & earth fault relays
- Current & voltage transformer requirements
- Differential & busbar protection
- Transformer & machine protection
- Distance protection
- Auto-reclosing systems
- Modern relay design including signal processing & protection algorithms

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
- Lecture
- Laboratory/Tutorial

1. Power Systems Analysis, J. J. Grainger and W.D. Stevensons, McGraw-Hill, 1994, ISBN: 0070612935

2. Power System Analsysi, C. A. Gross, John Wiley & Sons, 1984, ISBN: 0471837326

3. Computer Analysis of Power Systems, J. Arrillaga & C. P. Arnold, John Wiley & Sons, 1994, ISBN: 0471927600

4. Network protection and automation guide, ALSTOM, First Edition July 2002, ISBN : 02951858906

Electrical Power Laboratory
Software packages (e.g. PSCAD/EMTDC, Simulink, ETAP)
Video Material
Lectures, library, computing facilities, Internet

1. Investigate transient overvoltages by analysis and computer based techniques. (AHEP 3: SM7M, EA6M, P9m, G1)

2. Analyse balanced and unbalanced faults in power systems. (AHEP 3: SM7M, EA6M, P9m, G1)

3. Investigate stability issues and load flow problems by analysis and computation. (AHEP 3: SM7M, EA6M, P9m, G1)

4. Undertake practical and simulation work and communicate the results. (AHEP 3: EA6M, P9m, P10m, G1)

1) An assignment 1500 words 50%, learning outcomes 1, 3 and 4. Meeting AHEP 3 Outcomes EA6M, P9m, P10m, G1
2) Two hour written examination 50%, learning outcomes 1, 2, 3 and 4. Meeting AHEP 3 Outcomes SM7M, EA6M, P9m, P10m.

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