ENERGY SYSTEMS ENGINEERING
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code Course Name Semester Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
ESE3409 Power Transmission and Distribution Fall 3 0 3 6

Basic information

Language of instruction: English
Type of course: Must Course
Course Level: Bachelor’s Degree (First Cycle)
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Dr. Öğr. Üyesi GÜRKAN SOYKAN
Course Lecturer(s): Dr. Öğr. Üyesi GÜRKAN SOYKAN
Recommended Optional Program Components: Not available.
Course Objectives: To have knowledge about electrical energy distrubution and transmisson system structures and their elements, characteristics of consumers, power factor correction and distribution network voltage drop calculations

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1. Define the basic parts of the electrical power system and power terms.
2. Have knowledge about the structure of electrical networks.
3. Have knowledge about network voltage drop.
4. Have knowledge about the correction of the power factor.
5. Have knowledge about loads and characteristics of loads.
6. Learn all the elements in the electricity distribution network in detail.
7. Learn all the elements in the transmission network in detail.
8. Learn the protection elements of distribution and transmission systems in detail.

Course Content

Introduction to power systems, power definitions, power factor improvement, electrical network types and structures, distribution network structures, loads and load characteristics, distribution and transmission system proteciton elements, distribution network components, transmission network elements, voltage drop calculations

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduciton to power systems
2) Power definitions
3) Power factor improvement
4) Electrical network types and structures
5) Distribution network structures
6) Loads and load characteristics
7) Load characteristics
8) Distribution and transmission system proteciton elements
9) Distribution and transmission system proteciton elements
10) Distribution and transmission system proteciton elements
11) Distribution network components
12) Transmission network elements
13) Voltage drop calculation
14) Voltage drop calculation

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Luces M. Faulkenberry and Walter Coffer, Electrical Power Distribution and Transmission,1996,0-13-249947-9.
References: a)Kothari D. P., Nagrath I.J, Modern Power System Analysis, 2005,0-07-049489-4.

b)Hadi S., Power System Analysis, 1980, 0-07-012235-0.

c)John J. Grainger and William D. Steenson JR, Power System Analysis, 1994, 0-07-061293-5.

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 14 % 0
Midterms 1 % 50
Final 1 % 50
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 50
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 50
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Workload
Course Hours 14 42
Study Hours Out of Class 14 98
Midterms 1 2
Final 1 2
Total Workload 144

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Build up a body of knowledge in mathematics, science and Energy Systems Engineering subjects; use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve complex engineering problems. 4
2) Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex Energy Systems Engineering problems; select and apply proper modeling and analysis methods for this purpose. 5
3) Ability to design complex Energy systems, processes, devices or products under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; apply modern design methods for this purpose. 4
4) Ability to devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for solving complex problems in Energy Systems Engineering practice; employ information technologies effectively.
5) Ability to design and conduct numerical or pysical experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for investigating the complex problems specific to Energy Systems Engineering. 4
6) Ability to cooperate efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; and show self-reliance when working on Energy Systems-related problems 3
7) Ability to communicate effectively in English and Turkish (if he/she is a Turkish citizen), both orally and in writing. Write and understand reports, prepare design and production reports, deliver effective presentations, give and receive clear and understandable instructions.
8) Recognize the need for life-long learning; show ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continuously educate oneself.
9) Develop an awareness of professional and ethical responsibility, and behave accordingly. Be informed about the standards used in Energy Systems Engineering applications. 2
10) Learn about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; develop an awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development.
11) Acquire knowledge about the effects of practices of Energys Systems Engineering on health, environment, security in universal and social scope, and the contemporary problems of Energys Systems engineering; is aware of the legal consequences of Energys Systems engineering solutions. 2