Power Systems Engineering

Master the fundamentals and advanced concepts of modern electric power systems

Course Description

The Power System Course provides a comprehensive understanding of electric power generation, transmission, distribution, and utilization. This course covers the principles, technologies, and practices essential for the reliable and efficient operation of modern electrical power systems.

Scope and Objectives

Scope

This course covers a wide range of topics including power generation methods, grid integration of renewable energy sources, power system analysis, protection, control, and management.

Objectives
  1. Introduce fundamental concepts of electric power systems
  2. Analyze and model power system components and networks
  3. Understand the operation and control of power systems
  4. Explore the integration of renewable energy sources into the grid
  5. Familiarize students with power system protection and reliability

Topics Covered

  • Introduction to Power Systems
  • Transmission line modeling
  • Power System Components and Configuration
  • Characteristics and performance of lines
  • Per-unit systems
  • Power Flow or Load flow studies
  • Symmetrical and Unsymmetrical Fault Analysis
  • Power System Stability
  • Power System Transients
  • Smart Grid Technologies

Fundamentals
  • Basic Concepts
  • Power System Structure
  • Single Line Diagrams
Analysis
  • Load Flow Analysis
  • Fault Analysis
  • Stability Studies
Advanced
  • Renewable Integration
  • Smart Grids
  • Microgrids

Recommended Textbooks

"Power System Analysis and Design"
J. Duncan Glover, Mulukutla S. Sarma, Thomas Overbye

Comprehensive coverage of power system fundamentals with practical design orientation.

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"Electric Power Systems"
A. Pansini, S. S. Saadat

Detailed exploration of power system operation and control.

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"Power System Analysis"
Hadi Saadat

Clear explanations with numerous solved examples and MATLAB applications.

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"Modern Power System Analysis"
D. P. Kothari, I. J. Nagrath

Focuses on computational methods and recent developments in power systems.

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Prerequisites

Before taking this course, you should be comfortable with these concepts:
Electrical Circuits

Basic knowledge of AC/DC circuits and network analysis

Mathematics

Understanding of linear algebra and complex numbers

Engineering Fundamentals

Familiarity with basic engineering concepts

Course Format

Lectures

Interactive sessions with multimedia presentations and real-world case studies

Tutorials

Solved problems and step-by-step solution guides

Labs

Hands-on simulations using industry-standard software tools

Instructor
Dr. Mithun Mondal

Power Systems Specialist

15+ years of experience in power system analysis and education

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