Renewable Energy Integration unit (ENG430)

Introduction

This unit explores the principles, technologies, and challenges of integrating renewable energy sources into modern power grids. Students will study the operational principles and characteristics of solar, wind, and hydro sources and learn to model, analyse, and optimise renewable energy systems using industry-standard software.

The unit emphasises the impact of renewable energy integration on power grids, covering key topics such as power quality, grid stability, and system resilience. Students will also evaluate technical and regulatory challenges, gaining insights into grid compliance, interconnection requirements, and modern integration technologies.

By engaging in laboratory exercises, simulation-based projects, and industry-relevant assessments, students will develop expertise in designing and evaluating renewable-integrated power systems. This unit equips them with the knowledge and skills to address real-world challenges in renewable energy integration, preparing them for careers in power engineering, grid operations, energy policy, and sustainable energy development.

Summary

Unit name	Renewable Energy Integration
Unit code	ENG430
Credit points	12.5
College/School	Sciences and Engineering School of Engineering
Discipline	Engineering
Coordinator	Doctor Waqas Hassan
Delivered By	University of Tasmania
Level	Honours

Availability

Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August

Learning Outcomes

• Analyse the operational principles and characteristics of renewable energy sources.
• Design and simulate renewable energy systems using software tools to ensure effective and efficient operation
• Analyse the impact of renewable energy integration into the existing power grids
• Evaluate the technical and regulatory challenges associated with integrating renewables into the grid

Fee Information

2027 fee information will be available in August.

Requisites

Prerequisites

ENG325 Power Electronics|ENG326 Sustainable Power Systems

Teaching

Teaching Pattern	1 x 2 hour lecture per week 1 x 2 hour Tutorial per week 9 x 3 hour labs per semester
Assessment	Grid Compliance Assignment (30%)|Laboratories (30%)|Project (40%)
Timetable	View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable

Textbooks

Required	Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes.

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