Introduction to Power Engineering

Description

This course provides a comprehensive study of the fundamental and advanced aspects of electric power transmission systems. It covers both theoretical principles and practical design considerations necessary for the efficient and reliable delivery of electric power from generation stations to consumers. Students will gain in-depth knowledge of overhead and underground transmission systems, their mechanical and electrical design aspects, and their performance evaluation. Course Topics Include: Introduction to Power Systems: Elements of a power system and criteria for choosing operating voltages. Generating Systems: Comparative study of different generating systems and their integration into the power grid. Mechanical Design of Transmission Structures: Types of poles and transmission towers. Overhead transmission line (OHTL) design including insulator types and applications. Corona phenomenon: causes, effects, and mitigation techniques. Sag and tension calculations (two stages) ensuring mechanical stability and safety. Electrical Parameters of OHTLs: Resistance, inductance, and capacitance of transmission lines. Computation and significance of transmission line parameters (Part 1 & 2). Transmission Line Representation: Short, medium, and long transmission line models with emphasis on their performance characteristics. System Performance Evaluation: Efficiency and voltage regulation of transmission lines under varying load conditions. Underground Cables: Construction, classification, and types of underground cables. Electric field distribution, insulation design, and testing methods

Program

Bachelor Degree in Electrical and Control Engineering (160)

Objectives

• Elements of power system & Operating voltage choice - Comparison of Generating Systems - Mechanical design (types of poles and towers) - Mechanical design of OHTL (Insulators) - Mechanical design of OHTL (Corona phenomenon) - Mechanical design of OHTL (Sag calculations 1) - Mechanical design of OHTL (Sag calculations 2) - Parameters of overhead transmission lines (1) - Parameters of overhead transmission lines (2) - Representation of OHTL (short TL) - Representation of OHTL (medium TL) - Representation of OHTL (long TL) - Efficiency & Voltage Regulation - Underground cables (construction, types) - Underground cables (Electric field & insulation measurements).