Basics of Electrical Power EngineeringLaajuus (3 cr)
Code: 5S00GS42
Credits
3 op
Objectives
The student knows:
• the basic components of an electricity system and the principal forms of electricity production
• the most common structures for electricity distribution networks and components for transmission and distribution networks.
The student can:
• the basic principles of the operation of the electricity system
• describe the environmental impact associated with the production and use of electricity.
Content
Structure of electricity production and consumption, basics of three-phase system, principles and basic components of electricity networks, principles of electrical equipment and management selection. Finnish electricity distribution network, power plant solutions, Nordic power grid system, electricity market, power grid failure types. Advantages and disadvantages of electrical energy. Environmental impacts of production and use. Importance of electricity system for society.
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
The student knows the basic laws of the production, transmission and distribution and use of electrical energy.