CRN 50680

3.0 credit hours

This course introduces students to the basic concepts of electric power systems.  Single-phase and 3-phase networks, electric power generations, transformers, transmission lines, power flow analysis, and ethical and professional skills (e.g., work ethic, environment-related considerations, safety matters, and relevant standards in engineering) are covered.  Additional topics dealing with fault analysis, stability, renewables and battery energy storage systems, the electricity market, and regulations affecting the power sector are introduced and discussed.  Students are expected to understand how to perform power flow simulations using Power World Software and/or other professional programming tools for power system studies. Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in EENG 3241.