Subject description

The aim of this subject is to provide students with an understanding of renewable and embedded energy systems and their integration, operation and control. Topics include: fundamentals of renewable power generation; application of renewable energy resources to reduce greenhouse emissions; role of renewable and embedded generation in the electricity market; … For more content click the Read More button below.

Enrolment rules

Pre-Requisite

Equivalence

ECTE927 - Renewable and Distributed Generation

Delivery

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Engagement hours

:3 hrs lecture/tutorial per week & 3 hrs practical per fortnight

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this subject, students will be able to:
1.
Demonstrate an understanding of the principles of renewable and distributed energy systems design and development.
2.
Develop an understanding of the social and environmental impact of renewable and distributed energy resources.
3.
Demonstrate knowledge of the operational aspects of different renewable energy resources.
4.
Demonstrate an understanding of the impact of renewable and distributed resources on the operation of electricity systems.
5.
Demonstrate an understanding of grid integration issues for renewable and distributed resources including the connection standards and guidelines.
6.
Demonstrate an understanding of network support (specifically voltage support and voltage recognition) by renewable and distributed energy resources.

Assessment details

Performance Evaluation during Laboratory/Workshop

Laboratory/Workshops

Quiz

Test

End of session exam

Work integrated learning

Embedded WIL:This subject contains elements of "Embedded WIL". Students in this subject will experience activities that relate to or simulate professional practice as part of their learning.

Textbook information

No prescribed textbooks for this subject.

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