Unit Code: EEB711

Unit Name: Power Generation

Description: Power Generation is an essential component of the power system. Growing energy challenges evoke the design and implementation of the most economical and viable sources of power generation for a country. Conventional sources of power generation in the form of oil-based and thermal generation still dominate, whilst modern renewables such as hydropower are slowly expanding their capacities. Electrical Engineers are to acquire fundamental knowledge of the sources of power generation, essential components of power generation technology and the economics of it. This would prove to be significant in the design, installation and maintenance of power generating stations. This course is intended for those specializing in electrical power systems, with particular emphasis on developing the understanding and skills required for the design, operation and maintenance of generating stations. The fundamentals of major sources of power generation technologies used worldwide are covered in this course with a major emphasis on Diesel power plants and thermal generation such as steam and gas power plants. There is coverage on hydropower technology as well. The course also leaps the substation equipment which is quite essential in centralized generation. Moreover, the course also goes in-depth into economic mode to evaluate the generation logistics including the capacity, output and costs of power generation. This would enable Engineers to arrive at conclusions to choose the feasible solutions for power needs.

Learning Target Outcomes: On successful completion of this course, the student should be able to: 1. Describe the plant layout, and working principles and understand the engineering fundamentals of distinct electrical power generation plants (WA1). 2. Compare various forms of power generation technology and identify the constraints of power generation. (WA2). 3. Evaluate the design and operation of essential power generation plants such as Diesel, thermal and hydropower generation (WA3). 4. Discuss the major components of a substation and develop knowledge on power system earthing (WA2). 5. Select feasible and viable solutions to power generation needs based on economics of generation figures (WA11).

Prerequisite: EEB601 Circuit Theory

Prerequisite Sentence: N/A

Credit Point: 15

Offered In: Semester 1