Code
ELEN3001
Credits
25
Graduate Attributes
Introduction
Electric power systems are at the heart of modern society, powering our homes, cities, and industries. This unit is designed for students pursuing a career in electrical engineering who want to develop a solid understanding of how power systems are modelled, analysed, and operated. In this unit, you will explore the fundamental components of power systems, including generators, transformers, transmission lines, and loads. As the unit progresses, you will develop the tools to analyse how electricity flows through the grid under normal and faulted conditions. This includes learning how to conduct power flow studies using iterative techniques and how to assess system behaviour during faults. We take a practical and applied approach to learning. Through worked examples, simulations, and guided problem-solving sessions, you’ll build confidence in using industry-relevant tools and techniques. Concepts such as system stability will also be introduced to help you appreciate the challenges engineers face in maintaining a safe and reliable grid. Whether you're planning to work in transmission, distribution, or power system operations, this unit will equip you with the analytical foundation needed to tackle real-world challenges in power engineering.
Lecture
1 x 2 Hours Weekly
Tutorial
1 x 1 Hours Weekly
Unit Learning Outcomes
- 1 demonstrate an in-depth understanding of power system components, and operational principles, GC1, GC3, GC6
- 2 apply advanced mathematical, scientific, and engineering principles to analyse and solve power system problems, including load flow and fault analysis, GC1, GC2, GC3, GC6
- 3 design and investigate power system models under normal and contingency conditions, GC1, GC2, GC3, GC6
- 4 utilise industry-standard software to simulate and analyse power system performance, GC1, GC3, GC6
- 5 reflect and communicate on ability to work professionally within a team, GC1, GC3, GC4, GC5, GC6
Course Learning Outcomes
- 1 Demonstrate a conceptual understanding of fundamental science, mathematics, data analytics, information science, and computing underpinning the broad field of engineering
- 2 Solve complex electrical and electronic engineering problems of industrial and societal significance through the application of discipline-specific and integrated bodies of knowledge, design and sustainability principles
- 6 Demonstrate lifelong learning habits, teamwork and leadership abilities, and project management skills, and the ability to identify opportunities for career-wide professional growth, necessary for advancing a career in engineering and beyond
Assessment Breakdown
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