Electrical Power SystemsLaajuus (15 ECTS)

Objective

Students are familiar with the most important electrical power quality criteria and standards , in particular EN 50160 and electricity market regulations. The student is able to measure and analyse the power quality, and where relevant the student knows most common quality improvement methods.
The student is familiar with power distribution network structure, and knows the mutual interference factors and compatibility requirements between various network components.
Students are familiar with the function of frequency converter and electric motor control. Students know design and sizing principles of variable speed drives for different applications. The student is able to perform basic drive parameter setting and commissioning with required electrical and mechanical measurements.
The student knows the principles of commissioning and maintenance measurements of electric power systems, and has the ability to perform measurements in practice.

Content

-Electrical power quality according to EN 50160
-Quality requirements of distribution network
-Electrical distribution network and component mutual interference and EMC compatibility
-Electrical power systems commissioning and maintenance measurements
-Frequency converter structure, operating principle and key parameters
-Variable speed drive function and sizing

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student has achieved the course objectives fairly. The student will be able to identify, define and use the course subject area’s concepts and models. The student understands the criteria and principles of the expertise development. The student has completed the required learning exercises in minimum requirement level. His/her competences have developed in a way that he/she may complete the remaining studies in electrical engineering and automation technology and finally work in a suitable job position related to this field.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The student has achieved the course objectives well, even though the knowledge and skills need improvement on some areas. The student has completed the required learning exercises in good or satisfactory level. The student is able to define the course concepts and models and is able to justify the analysis. The student is able to apply their knowledge in study and work situations. The student understands the importance of expertise in the field of electrical engineering and automation technology and is able to analyze his/her own expertise.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student has achieved the objectives of the course with excellent marks. The student master commendably the course subject area’s concepts and models. The student has completed the required learning exercises in good or excellent level. The student is able to make justified and fluent analysis and to present concrete development measures. The student is well prepared to apply their knowledge study and work situations. Students are able to analyze the expertise in electrical engineering and automation technology and the evolvement of their own expertise.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

The student has achieved the course objectives fairly. The student will be able to identify, define and use the course subject area’s concepts and models. The student understands the criteria and principles of the expertise development. The student has completed the required learning exercises in minimum requirement level. His/her competences have developed in a way that he/she may complete the remaining studies in electrical engineering and automation technology and finally work in a suitable job position related to this field.