James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2021

EE3400 - Power Engineering 1

Subject Description

The knowledge provided by this subject includes: Fundamentals of power engineering; Single phase and three phase power system modelling and analysis; Construction, modeling and performance analysis of rotating electric machines (direct current and alternating current), as well as induction motors; Steady state characteristics of synchronous machines; Transmission lines parameters, transmission modelling and performance analysis; Introduction to power flow analysis, bus admittance matrix, and use of numerical method for power flow analysis; Introduction to stability analysis of power systems; Power quality and control of power system; Symmetrical components and their networks; Fault analysis (single line to ground, line to line, double line to ground).

Learning Outcomes

• demonstrate an understanding of the fundamental concepts of power system transients and their analysis techniques
• manipulate the equations governing power transmission lines
• show competence in the various levels of power system modellings available
• demonstrate understanding of the techniques used for power system analysis
• demonstrate detailed knowledge of their characteristics, the steady state performance of synchronous machines

Subject Assessment

• Written > Examination (centrally administered) - (60%) - Individual
• Written > Test/Quiz 1 - (20%) - Individual
• Written > Case study analysis - (10%) - Individual
• Performance/Practice/Product > Simulation activity - (10%) - Individual

Note that minor variations might occur due to the continuous subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.

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