Aims

Analysis of flexibility for electric power systems in the different time domains, with the emphasis on the modeling and the tools.

• Modeling and control of controllable devices such as HVDC, HVDC grids and FACTS
• Introduction to real-time digital  simulations and hardware-in-the-loop testing, as well as SCADA tools.

The introduction of renewables, the opening of the market and the higher  loading of the power system requires a new manner of operating the  power system. This results in new operational procedures and controls to  keep the system reliable and stable. During this course, the student will  specialize himself in the analysis of flexibility for electric power systems in  the different time domains. The course focuses on the modeling and  simulation of modern power systems and their controls. Special attention  is paid to  controllable devices such as HVDC, HVDC grids and FACTS in  the system. The course also provides an introduction to real-time digital  simulations and hardware-in-the-loop testing.  The course focuses on the modeling and tools.

Previous knowledge

Students should have a solid understanding of power system dynamics and operations. The course "Design and Management of Electric Power Ssystems" H04C6A and its prerequisites (or equivalents thereof) are strongly recommended. 

Order of Enrolment

Mixed prerequisite:
You may only take this course if you comply with the prerequisites. Prerequisites can be strict or flexible, or can imply simultaneity. A degree level can be also be a prerequisite.
Explanation:
STRICT: You may only take this course if you have passed or applied tolerance for the courses for which this condition is set.
FLEXIBLE: You may only take this course if you have previously taken the courses for which this condition is set.
SIMULTANEOUS: You may only take this course if you also take the courses for which this condition is set (or have taken them previously).
DEGREE: You may only take this course if you have obtained this degree level.


SIMULTANEOUS(H04C6A)

The codes of the course units mentioned above correspond to the following course descriptions:
H04C6A : Design and Management of Electric Power Systems

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• Master in de ingenieurswetenschappen: energie (Leuven) (Thermo-mechanische energie) 120 ects.
• Master of Engineering: Energy (Leuven) (Option: Electrical Energy) 120 ects.
• Master of Engineering: Energy (Leuven) (Option: General Techno-Economic Energy Knowledge) 120 ects.
• Master of Engineering: Energy (Leuven) (Option: Thermo-Mechanical Energy) 120 ects.
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