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Opinto-opas 2012-2013
Smart Grids, 30 cr |
Type of the study block
Int. MSc Major Studies
Contact
Enrique Acha, Pertti Järventausta
Learning outcomes
| - | After passing the major the student is able to recognize, manage, and use common scientific and professional concepts of the field. |
| - | The student has possibility to work in electricity companies, power engineering industry and research institutes and has knowledge and skills to develope applications in areas such as active network management, the integration of distributed energy resources or the enabling FACTS technology. |
| - | By doing the master thesis in the major subject the student gains ability to understand and use the scientific and professional concepts of the field. |
Prerequisites
| Study block | Credit points | Mandatory/Advisable | Additional information |
| 20 cr | Mandatory | At least the following courses are prerequisites: SET-6216 Introduction to Smart Grids, SET-6226 Introduction to Renewables, SET-6236 Fundamentals of Electrical and Power Engineering |
Post study options
| Study block | Credit points |
| Electrical Engineering / Master's Thesis | 30 cr |
Content
Compulsory courses
- At least the following courses are prerequisites for the major: SET-6216 Introduction to Smart Grids, SET-6226 Introduction to Renewables, SET-6236 Fundamentals of Electrical and Power Engineering. - Recommended year of a course: 3 means the first year at Master level studies and 4 the second year
| Course | Credit points | Alternativity | Class |
| SET-2596 Master's Seminar on Electrical Energy Engineering | 1 cr | 1 | IV |
| SET-6316 Electric Power Systems | 5 cr | III | |
| SET-6336 Power Electronics Converters | 5 cr | III | |
| Total | 11 cr |
1. Master's thesis seminar is mandatory for students writing their Master's thesis in Smart Grids.
Alternative Studies
- Optional courses should be selected so that the content of the whole major is at least 30 credits. - Courses SET-6336, SET-6326, SET-6346, SET-6416, SET-6436 and SET-6446 focus more on integration of distributed energy resources and power electronics and courses SET-6316, SET-6346, SET-6356, SET-6416, SET-6426 and SET-6446 more on active distribution network management issues.
Must be selected at least 20 credits of courses
| Course | Credit points | Class |
| ASE-1256 Introduction to Control and Automation | 6 cr | III |
| SET-6326 Switched-mode Converters | 5 cr | III |
| SET-6346 Solar Power Systems | 4 cr | III |
| SET-6356 Distribution Automation | 5 cr | III |
| SET-6416 Wind Power Systems | 3 cr | IV |
| SET-6426 Distributed Energy Resources in Electricity Networks | 3 cr | IV |
| SET-6436 Converter Dynamics and EMC | 5 cr | IV |
| SET-6446 Flexible Transmission Systems | 5 cr | IV |
| SMG-8047 Background for Electromagnetic Systems | 3 cr | III |
Additional information
In general, Smart Grid is an enabler of energy-efficient and environmentally friendly energy market and critical infrastructure for society. The smart solutions will connect information technology and communication technology to the electricity infrastructure. The major studies provide thorough knowledge of Smart Grids, addressing in-depth some of the underlying areas such as active network management, the integration of distributed energy resources and the enabling FACTS technology. Power electronics plays a key role in the integration of the so-called distributed energy resources into the smart grid - distributed renewable sources of generation such as solar and hydrogen cells, wind turbines, controllable loads and electric vehicles. Distribution automation and ICT solutions for active network management provide the foundation for the overall target of smart grids to enable energy-efficient and environmentally friendly energy markets aiming at a secure infrastructure for the benefit of society.