OVERVIEW

The teaching unit deals with topics that constitute in-depth knowledge of electric power systems with modeling and application implications. The first module refers to steady-state analysis at fundamental and non-fundamental frequency, including comprehensive modelling of the synchronous machine. The second module deals with electromagnetic phenomena and short-term dynamics of electric power systems, ranging from simulation methods to perturbation containment measures and dedicated protective devices. 

AIMS AND CONTENT

LEARNING OUTCOMES

In this teaching unit, the steady-state and dynamic issues related to the operation, design, and planning of electrical energy systems are introduced. Students will learn the methodologies for analyzing electrical systems in steady-state and in electromagnetic transients. At the end of the course, they will be able to identify and apply the most appropriate tools to study the various phenomena that occur in a power electrical system.

PREREQUISITES

Ability to solve single-phase and three-phase alternating current electrical circuits and analyze electrical distribution systems, algebraic and differential equations, trigonometric and complex number relationships.

TEACHERS AND EXAM BOARD

EXAMS

EXAM DESCRIPTION

The learning assessment includes a written test (lasting 2 hours) for each semester module, consisting of the resolution of numerical exercises on the topics specified in the specific learning objectives. The written test can be tackled jointly or separately. The admission assessment allows students to take the oral exam, which lasts about 1 hour for each module.

Students who have valid certification of physical or learning disabilities on file with the University and who wish to discuss possible accommodations or other circumstances regarding lectures, coursework and exams, should speak both with the instructor and with Professor Federico Scarpa (federico.scarpa@unige.it ), the School's disability liaison.

ASSESSMENT METHODS

Verification of the acquisition of theoretical and practical knowledge of the calculation methodologies typically used for the operational management of electric power systems. The written exam will assess the student's ability to solve numerical exercises. The oral exam will verify the student's ability to re-propose and argue on theoretical and applicative methods concerning the sizing, verification and protection of electrical systems. The quality of the exposition and the correct use of specialized vocabulary, the ability and autonomy of reasoning, the correct use of units of measurement and the recall of previously defined cultural prerequisites will also be evaluated.