Electrical Power Stations

Description

This course provides an in-depth study of the design, operation, and economics of power stations and generation systems. It begins with an introduction to power stations, demand variation, and the economics of power generation, including tariffs and electricity pricing. Students will examine different types of power plants, including thermal (steam), combined cycle, diesel, nuclear, hydro, and renewable energy-based plants such as concentrated solar power (CSP). The course also covers power station control systems and SCADA integration, along with transmission substations, both air-insulated (AIS) and gas-insulated (GIS). Emphasis is placed on understanding operational principles, economic considerations, and modern technologies used in the power generation sector.

Program

Bachelor Degree in Electrical and Control Engineering (160)

Objectives

• Introduction to power stations - Demand variation and power generation - Economics of power generation plants - Tariffs and electricity pricing - Thermal (Steam) power plant - Combined cycle power plant - Diesel power plant - Nuclear power plant - Hydro power plant - Renewable energy based power plant (CSP power plant) - Power stations control and SCADA systems - Transmission substations (AIS and GIS).