EE374 FUNDAMENTALS OF POWER SYSTEMS AND ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT

Course Code:5670374
METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week):3 (3.00 - 0.00)
ECTS Credit:7.0
Department:Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Language of Instruction:English
Level of Study:Undergraduate
Course Coordinator:Assoc.Prof.Dr. MURAT GÖL
Offered Semester:Fall Semesters.

Course Objectives

At the end of this course, the student will be able to:

 1. understand the structure of electric power systems and to develop models for basic power system equipment (such as lines, cables, transformers, generators, etc), 

2. analyze balanced three-phase electric systems,

3.  use and apply these models in the analysis of  three-phase short-circuits and learn different electrical protection devices.


Course Content

Introduction to power systems. Real and reactive power concepts. Reactive power compensation. Three-phase system analysis. Modeling of acrial lines and cables. Modeling of transformers, generators and loads. Per-unit system. Three-phase fault phenomena and analysis. Protective devices. Electrical grounding and safety.


Course Learning Outcomes

Student, who passed the course satisfactorily will: 

1)  Gain the fundamental knowledge of the characteristics and structure of power systems, and be able to analyze three-phase balanced networks.

2)  Be able to develop and use models for basic power system equipment (such as lines, cables, transformers, generators, etc) and utilize these models in the analysis of  three-phase short-circuits.   


Program Outcomes Matrix

Contribution
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1An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics
2An ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors
3An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences
4An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts.
5An ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives
6An ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions
7An ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies