James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2022
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EE5410 - Renewable System Integration
| Credit points: | 03 |
| Year: | 2022 |
| Student Contribution Band: | Band 2 |
| Prerequisites: | EE5500 AND EE5310 |
| Administered by: | College of Science and Engineering (pre 2023 PCS) |
Subject Description
- This subject develops a foundation for pursuing electrical engineering oriented research in the area of sustainable electric energy systems. This subject aims to introduce the concepts behind smart grid technologies, future low-carbon networks, sustainable electricity systems as well as the main renewable and low-carbon generation technologies. The subject will introduce students to tools and techniques so that distributed energy resources (e.g. distributed renewable generation, storage, small scale such as electric vehicles and utility-scale, demand response, peak demand shifting, etc.) may be integrated effectively into the power system in the context of both traditional grids and future smart grids.
Learning Outcomes
- discuss the importance of active distribution networks, smart grids, role of smart meters for demand side management and beyond the meter smart appliances; role of low-carbon technologies in future distribution networks and low-carbon electricity systems
- calculate utility benefits and customers benefit from smart grids
- compare the main characteristics and basic operation of distributed energy resources and micro-grid systems
- analyse the steady-state operation of distribution networks and power systems with low-carbon technologies
- assess the techno-economic impact of wind power and Solar Photovoltaic (PV) generation on distribution networks and power system operation and planning
- analyse cost and benefits of different technological alternatives to support low-carbon power system operation and development
- describe the important benefits of EV in helping the electricity network during peak demand periods
- use power system analysis software
Subject Assessment
- Written > Examination (centrally administered) - (60%) - Individual
- Written > Test/Quiz 1 - (10%) - Individual
- Written > Problem task - (20%) - Individual
- Performance/Practice/Product > Practical assessment/practical skills demonstration - (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.
Availabilities
Townsville, Study Period 1, Internal | |
| Census date: | Thursday, 24 Mar 2022 |
| Study Period Dates: | Monday, 21 Feb 2022 to Friday, 17 Jun 2022 |
| Coordinator(s): | DR Kenny Leong |
| Lecturer(s): | DR Kenny Leong |
| Workload expectations: | The student workload for this 3 credit point subject is approximately 130 hours.
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