Power Engineering
5 credits
Syllabus, Bachelor's level, 1TE655
A revised version of the syllabus is available.
- Code
- 1TE655
- Education cycle
- First cycle
- Main field(s) of study and in-depth level
- Technology G2F
- Grading system
- Fail (U), Pass (3), Pass with credit (4), Pass with distinction (5)
- Finalised by
- The Faculty Board of Science and Technology, 12 November 2013
- Responsible department
- Department of Electrical Engineering
Entry requirements
60 credits in science and engineering including a basic course in Electric circuit theory.
Learning outcomes
To give an introduction to electric power engineering.
Content
The electric power system, three phase currents, symmetric components, AC transmission. Equivalent circuits for transformers, rotating machines (motors and generators) cables and transmission lines. Power devices: Transformers, rotating machines, switchgear, transmission lines and cables and ancillary equipment. Ethical aspects of generation and use of electricity. Visit at a substation and at a transformer production site.
Instruction
Lectures and classes.
Assessment
Written examination.