Engineering 325 - ELECTRIC POWER SYSTEMS

Wind and solar energy? Power generation from coal and nuclear fuel? What are our options for maintaining the high standard of living we expect, and also for electrifying developing regions? How can we make our energy use less damaging to our environment? This course introduces students to the field of electric power, from fuel sources, energy conversion technologies (renewable, hydro, nuclear and fossil), electricity transmission and ultimate end-use. Topics include analysis and simulation of power systems, discussions of emerging smart grid technologies, as well as policy, environmental and societal aspects of energy use. A short project allows students to select and explore individual technologies or a small power system in more depth. Prerequisite: EGR 220.