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Hobart
Introduction
The aim of this unit is to provide students expertise in the analysis of power system dynamics and stability for practical applications. The unit covers an introduction to the concept of power system stability, representation of synchronous machines and AC transmission modelling in stability studies, static and dynamic load models, steam and hydro turbines and governing systems, HVDC systems and their representation in stability studies, small-signal stability concept, eigenvalues and eigenvectors, small-signal stability of a single machine and multimachine systems, transient stability concept, simulation of power system dynamic response, direct method of transient stability analysis, voltage stability and voltage collapse, wide-area monitoring, and impact of wind and solar integration on power system dynamics. It is highly recommended for students to have a background in power systems.
Summary
| Unit name | Power System Dynamics and Stability |
| Unit code | ENG766 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | Sciences and Engineering School of Engineering |
| Discipline | Engineering |
| Coordinator | Doctor Waqas Hassan |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Postgraduate |
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Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
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| Hobart | Semester 1 |
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- On-campus
Off-Campus- International students
- Domestic students
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Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
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| Semester 1 | 22/2/2026 | 16/3/2026 | 19/4/2026 | 13/6/2026 |
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Learning Outcomes
- Determine small-signal stability of power systems using eigenvalues and eigenvectors.
- Evaluate power system dynamic response in systems with increasing renewable generation using appropriate commercial software.
- Evaluate transient stability of a power system using the equal area criterion.
- Investigate voltage stability and conditions for voltage collapse.
- Evaluate the impact of renewable energy integration by simulating power system dynamics.
Fee Information
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
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| 031301 | $1,192.00 | $1,192.00 | not applicable | $3,401.00 |
- Available as a Commonwealth Supported Place
- HECS-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility3
- FEE-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility4
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Requisites
Prerequisites
ENG767 Power Systems 1Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | 2 x 2 hours lectorials weekly, 9 x 3 hours labs/workshops |
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| Assessment | Labs (20%)|Exam (40%)|Project (40%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
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Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
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