ELEC 7006 Advanced Smart Grids and Distributed Generation
Credit Points 10
Legacy Code 301026
Coordinator Mahmood Nagrial Opens in new window
Description This unit is designed to model, analyse and control of newly developing areas of distributed generation and smart grids. The unit will cover modelling, control, simulation and protection of such systems. The unit will also cover the impacts of renewable sources and power electronics on the operation of smart grids and micro-grids. The unit will also cover environmental and economic impacts of such systems.
School Eng, Design & Built Env
Discipline Electrical And Electronic Engineering And Technology
Student Contribution Band HECS Band 2 10cp
Level Postgraduate Coursework Level 7 subject
Restrictions
Students must be enrolled in a postgraduate program
Assessment
The following table summarises the standard assessment tasks for this subject. Please note this is a guide only. Assessment tasks are regularly updated, where there is a difference your Learning Guide takes precedence.
| Item | Length | Percent | Threshold | Individual/Group Task |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Intra-session Exam | 1.5 hours | 25 | N | Individual |
| Final Exam | 2 hours | 50 | N | Individual |
| Case Study | Length of reports between 10-15 pages each | 25 | N | Individual |
Prescribed Texts
- Keyhani, A, Marwali, M & Dai, M 2009, 'Smart Grid Distributed Generation Systems', in Integration of green and renewable energy in electric power systems, John Wiley & Sons, Inc., Hoboken, N.J.
Teaching Periods