Basics of electric power engineerig (5cr)

Objective

The students understand the basic calculation of coupled three-phase circuits, and they know the various power concepts. They understand the effect of reactive power and harmonics on an electric power system. They know how to measure the basic quantities of an electric power system. They also know the measurements related to the quality of supply. They have a basic understanding of the various areas of electrical power engineering.

TSAST – Electrotechnical and other basic competence

The student is able to apply mathematical methods and tools to describe the phenomena of the field and to solve problems.

YHTVI – Communication skills

The student is able to communicate well, both orally and in writing in their mother tongue.

EA-KN: Knowledge and understanding

The student has a systematic understanding of the key aspects and concepts of their branch of engineering.

EA-IV: Investigations

The student has the ability to conduct literature searches and use databases and other sources of information.

Content

Symmetric and asymmetric three-phase system
Voltage reduction
Harmonics theory
Transient
Electrostatics and current flow
Compensation
Measurement of current, voltage and power in an electric power system, energy measurement
Measurements related to the quality of supply
Electromechanics: electric machines and transformers
Power plant and lighting engineering
Electric drives and power electronics
Power generation plants at a general level

Qualifications

Basics in electrical engineering

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Excellent (5): The student masters the essential knowledge and can apply the knowledge acquired in a creative and innovative manner.

Very good (4): The student masters the essential knowledge and can apply the knowledge.

Good (3): The student:
- understands the basic calculation of coupled three-phase circuits, and they know the various power concepts.
- understands the effect of reactive power and harmonics on an electric power system.
- knows how to measure the basic quantities of an electric power system.

Satisfactory (2): The student is familiar with the basic knowledge and terminology but in the application of the essential concepts the skills are still inadequate.

Adequate (1): The student identifies the basic knowledge and terminology but in the interpreting of the essential concepts the skills are still inadequate.