EPE8205 : Power System Operation and Management
EPE8205 : Power System Operation and Management
- Offered for Year: 2024/25
- Module Leader(s): Dr Jianfang Xiao
- Owning School: NUIS
- Teaching Location: Singapore
Semesters
Your programme is made up of credits, the total differs on programme to programme.
| Semester 2 Credit Value: | 15 |
| ECTS Credits: | 8.0 |
| European Credit Transfer System | |
Pre-requisite
Modules you must have done previously to study this module
Pre Requisite Comment
N/A
Co-Requisite
Modules you need to take at the same time
Co Requisite Comment
N/A
Aims
The course is designed to be of value to engineers whose task is the planning and operation of an electricity supply system which moves towards smart grid. Further, it provides students with an advanced and systematic understanding of the operation of a modern electricity network which demands highly reliability and high quality of supply.
Outline Of Syllabus
• Power System Operation Strategies: Energy Management System, Electricity Market, Power system Planning: Lone-term, Medium term and Short-Term
• Power System Reliability and Protection – Reliability Indexes
• Power System Operation and Maintenance in Singapore Power Industry
• Roles of Singapore Professional Engineers (PES) and License Electrical Workers (LEWs)
Learning Outcomes
Intended Knowledge Outcomes
On successful completion of the module the student will be able to:
• Demonstrate power system operation though understanding of the principles of power system operation.
• Design power system planning for short term, medium and long term in generation, transmission and distribution systems.
• Demonstrate reliability of any power system though a proper statistical analysis.
• Know the principles of power system operation in Singapore Power Industry, and the roles of PEs and LEWs.
Intended Skill Outcomes
On successful completion of the module the student will be able to:
• To analyse the behaviour of power systems under steady-state and fault conditions using appropriate analytical and numerical techniques.
• Demonstrate a critical understanding of the relevant theoretical concepts and practical implementation of a modern electricity networks.
• Collate, critically analyse and evaluate data associated with electricity systems and apply energy management strategies.
• Identify problems, produce and appraise solutions to network operational problems.
Teaching Methods
Teaching Activities
| Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 2:00 | 2:00 | Final exam |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 36 | 0:30 | 18:00 | Revision for final exam |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Lecture | 36 | 1:00 | 36:00 | N/A |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 15:00 | 15:00 | Coursework |
| Guided Independent Study | Directed research and reading | 12 | 2:30 | 30:00 | Reading specified articles |
| Guided Independent Study | Independent study | 1 | 49:00 | 49:00 | Reviewing lecture notes; general reading |
| Total | 150:00 |
Teaching Rationale And Relationship
Knowledge and understanding of electricity networks and issues associated with their operation will be taught via formal lectures and self-guided study material. This will be supported by reflective learning using worked examples to develop critical awareness and evaluative skills.
Subject specific, cognitive and communication skills will also be developed during the formal lectures and self-guided material. Time management and IT skills will largely be developed through the self-guided material.
Reading Lists
Assessment Methods
The format of resits will be determined by the Board of Examiners
Exams
| Description | Length | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written Examination | 120 | 2 | A | 80 | 24 hrs Take home exam (to be submitted within 24 hours of being set) |
Other Assessment
| Description | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Case study | 2 | M | 20 | Case study (2000 words) |
Assessment Rationale And Relationship
The unseen written examination will provide students with the opportunity to demonstrate their knowledge and understanding of the key aspects of the operation of a modern electricity supply system.
Subject specific, critical and evaluative skills will also be assessed through the written examination. The other key skills will not be assessed, but students will need to utilise these in order to access the self-guided material and prepare for the exam.
The coursework will provide additional opportunities for the student to develop their skills and understanding of the operation and planning of a power system. Furthermore, the coursework will provide timely feedback prior to the examination assessment.
Timetable
- Timetable Website: www.ncl.ac.uk/timetable/
- EPE8205's Timetable
Past Exam Papers
- Exam Papers Online : www.ncl.ac.uk/exam.papers/
- EPE8205's past Exam Papers
General Notes
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