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Location: Hobart

Introduction

This unit introduces students to the basics of power system analysis, power generation and power transmission systems. Students will gain skills in analysing and modelling power systems, including calculating fault currents, performing stability analysis and solving load flow studies. The unit provides students with the necessary knowledge and skills to undertake advanced studies in electrical power engineering.

Summary

Unit name Power Systems 1
Unit code ENG767
Credit points 12.5
College/School Sciences and Engineering
School of Engineering
Discipline Engineering
Coordinator Doctor Sarah Lyden
Delivered By University of Tasmania
Level Postgraduate

Availability

Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August

Key Dates

Study Period Start date Census date WW date End date
Summer 3/1/2027 11/1/2027 24/1/2027 13/2/2027

* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).

Unit census dates currently displaying for 2027 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2027 will be available from the 1st October 2026. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).

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Learning Outcomes

  • Describe and represent the key features and components of an electric power system using standard conventions.
  • Analyse fault conditions in simple electrical systems.
  • Design power systems with increasing renewable generation using mathematical models and software packages.
  • Communicate the outcomes of simple power systems studies and designs through written technical reports and oral presentations.

Fee Information

2027 fee information will be available in August.

Requisites

Prerequisites

KAA112 Engineering Circuits|KMA154 Mathematics 1B

Teaching

AssessmentOnline Quizzes (10%)|Labs (25%)|Final exam (30%)|Major Design Project (35%)
TimetableView 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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