- Docente: Alberto Borghetti
- Credits: 6
- SSD: ING-IND/33
- Language: Italian
- Teaching Mode: Traditional lectures
- Campus: Bologna
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Corso:
Second cycle degree programme (LM) in
Electrical Energy Engineering (cod. 9066)
Also valid for Second cycle degree programme (LM) in Energy Engineering (cod. 0935)
Learning outcomes
The course provides the knowledge for the analysis of the dynamic behavior of generating stations connected to electric power transmission and distribution networks. At the end of the course, the student know: - the dynamic models of the most common types of power plants; - the characteristics of frequency and voltage control systems; - the types of power plant connection to the networks, of the internal electrical power systems, and their protection against faults; - the criteria for the operation of medium and low voltage electricity networks equipped with distributed generation.
Course contents
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Introduction to the stability and control of the electric power system in the energy transition
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Dynamic model of generators.
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Excitation system and voltage control.
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Dynamic modelling of power plants and renewable energy resources
4.1 Dynamic behavior of a hydroelectric power plant and speed control. Propagation of waves in penstocks. Pump-storage hydro systems. 4.2 Dynamic model of thermoelectric power stations. 4.3 Dynamic behavior of wind farms. Generators of the different types of wind turbines. Control system. 4.4 Model of photovoltaic solar plant. -
Impact of renewable energy sources on power system dynamics.
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Connection of power stations to the transmission and distribution grids. Distributed generation.
Readings/Bibliography
Lecture notes in Italian are available at the web site https://virtuale.unibo.it/.
Teaching methods
Traditional lecture.
Assessment methods
The exam consists of a closed-book test in eol.unibo.it. The test aims at assessing the student knowledge and operational ability in relation to the key concepts illustrated during the course.
The achievement by the student of a complete knowledge of the course content and of its application to the solution of engineering problems are assessed with marks of excellence. The mnemonic knowledge of the matter, with limited synthesis and analysis capabilities, and difficulties in the application to case studies lead to discrete evaluations. Learning gaps and inability to apply the knowledge to case studies justify negative assessments or low marks.
Teaching tools
https://virtuale.unibo.it/
Office hours
See the website of Alberto Borghetti
SDGs
This teaching activity contributes to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals of the UN 2030 Agenda.