EEE375 Power Distribution and Utilization Fall 2018

COMSATS University Islamabad

COURSE DESCRIPTION FILE

EEE375 Power Distribution and Utilization

DEPARTMENT OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING

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EEE375 Power Distribution and Utilization Fall 2018

COMSATS University Islamabad

COURSE DESCRIPTION FILE

EEE375 Power Distribution and Utilization

DEPARTMENT OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING

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Power Distribution and Utilization

Course Code
EEE 375 (3+0)

Prerequisites
None

Co-requisites
None

Course Catalog Description

Introduction to Power Systems basic Infrastructure, Types of AC and DC distributors and calculations, 3–
phase unbalanced load and its calculations; power factor - disadvantages and causes of low power factor,
power factor improvement schemes, most economical power factor and power factor calculations;
different types of tariff and its calculation; voltage control and different methods required for voltage
control; introduction to electric heating-resistance, induction and dielectric heating, electric welding,
resistance welding and its types. illumination schemes for various situations (street lighting,
commercial/industrial lighting, stadium/flood/stage/spot lighting etc.), types of lamps, their working and
relative merit.

Text book
1. Principles of power systems by V.K Mehta (4th Edition)

Reference Books
1. The Transmission and Distribution of Electrical Energy by H-Cotton, H-Barber. (3rd edition)
2. Electrical Technology by B.L. Theraja

Course Learning Objectives

This course is designed to help students to achieve following objectives:
1. Study of electrical power distribution and utilization systems,
2. Analysis of various distribution system components, their performance, limitations and to coordinate
these components,
3. Introduction and understanding of various types of voltage control, power factor improvement
methods and tariff schemes,
4. Familiarization with fundamentals of illumination engineering and electric heating.

Course Learning Outcomes

After successful completion of this course students will be able to:
1. Understand classification of distribution systems. (C2-PLO1)
2. Learn and Analyze DC/AC distributors by solving distribution problems under different loading
conditions. (C4-PLO2)

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3. Perform calculations of power factor correction and voltage control systems along with design of
different tariff schemes. (C4-PLO2)
4. Learn power utilization: illumination engineering and electric heating as case studies. (C3-PLO3)

Topics covered
1. Introduction to power generation, transmission and distribution
2. DC distribution systems, different types of DC distribution and design calculations
3. AC distribution systems, different types of AC distribution and design calculations.
4. Power factor improvement schemes and power factor calculations.
5. Different types of tariff and its calculation.
6. Voltage control and different methods required for improvement of voltage control.
7. Electric heating.
8. Electric Welding, Resistance welding and its Types.
9. Illumination- Schemes for various situations (street lighting, commercial/industrial lighting,
stadium/flood/stage/spot lighting etc).
10. Types of lamps, their working and relative merit.

Assessment Plan
Theory Quizzes(4) 15%
Homework assignments 10%
2 Sessional exams (in class, 60-60 minutes each, 10%+15%) 25%
Terminal exam (3 hours) 50%
Total (theory) 100%
Learning Outcomes Assessment Plan:
Sr. # Course Learning Outcomes Assessment
1. Assignment 1
2. Quiz 1
3. Sessional 1
4. Assignment 2
5. Quiz 2
6. Assignment 3
7. Quiz 3
8. Sessional 2
9. Assignment 4
10. Quiz 4
11. Terminal
Table 1: Assessment Plan for Course Learning Outcomes

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Mapping Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs) to Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs):

PLO 1 Engineering Knowledge: An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science,
engineering fundamentals and an engineering specialization to the solution of complex
engineering problems.
PLO 2 Problem Analysis: An ability to identify, formulate, research literature, and analyze
complex engineering problems reaching substantiated conclusions using first principles
of mathematics, natural sciences and engineering sciences.
PLO 3 Design/Development of Solutions: An ability to design solutions for complex
engineering problems and design systems, components or processes that meet
specified needs with appropriate consideration for public health and safety, cultural,
societal, and environmental considerations.
PLO 4 Investigation: An ability to investigate complex engineering problems in a methodical
way including literature survey, design and conduct of experiments, analysis and
interpretation of experimental data, and synthesis of information to derive valid
conclusions.
PLO 5 Modern Tool Usage: An ability to create, select and apply appropriate techniques,
resources, and modern engineering and IT tools, including prediction and modeling, to
complex engineering activities, with an understanding of the limitations.
PLO 6 The Engineer and Society: An ability to apply reasoning informed by contextual
knowledge to assess societal, health, safety, legal and cultural issues and the
consequent responsibilities relevant to professional engineering practice and solution
to complex engineering problems.
PLO 7 Environment and Sustainability: An ability to understand the impact of professional
engineering solutions in societal and environmental contexts and demonstrate
knowledge of and need for sustainable development.
PLO 8 Ethics: Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics and responsibilities
and norms of engineering practice.
PLO 9 Individual and Team Work: An ability to work effectively, as an individual or in a team,
on multifaceted and /or multidisciplinary settings.
PLO 10 Communication: An ability to communicate effectively, orally as well as in writing, on
complex engineering activities with the engineering community and with society at
large, such as being able to comprehend and write effective reports and design
documentation, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear instructions.
PLO 11 Project Management: An ability to demonstrate management skills and apply
engineering principles to one’s own work, as a member and/or leader in a team, to
manage projects in a multidisciplinary environment.
PLO 12 Lifelong Learning: An ability to recognize importance of, and pursue lifelong learning in
the broader context of innovation and technological developments.

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PLOs

PLO10

PLO11

PL012
PLO 9
PLO1

PLO2

PLO3

PLO4

PLO5

PLO6

PLO7

PLO8
CLOs
CLO1 C2

CLO2 C4

CLO3 C4
CLO4 C3
Table 2: Mapping CLOs to PLOs

PLO Coverage Explanation:

PLO 1- Engineering Knowledge:

The course lectures, assignments, quizzes and exams require direct application of mathematics and
engineering knowledge to successfully complete the course. Students learn how the basic concepts of
electrical engineering are used for power distribution and utilization.
(High relevance to course).
PLO 2- Problem Analysis:
The course includes the assignments and tasks which force students to analyse various distribution
systems along with voltage control, power factor improvement and tariff schemes. These exercises enable
students to formulate and analyze complex engineering problems on the basis of fundamental principles.
(High relevance to course).

PLO 3- Design/Development of Solutions:

Design of power factor improvement plants on the basis of given specification will enable students to
cover PLO3. In addition, the safety and environmental aspects are covered under the CLO4 i.e. illumination
engineering and induction heating or welding techniques.
(High relevance to course).
PLO 4 - 12 are not directly addressed in this course.

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ANNEXURE-I
Tentative lecture breakdown

No of
Topics
lectures

Introduction to Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution Basic Infrastructure. 2

DC Distribution systems, different types of DC Distribution and calculations. 6

AC Distribution systems, different types of AC Distribution and calculations. 5

Power factor - disadvantages and causes of low Power Factor, improvement schemes,
4
most Economical Power Factor and Power factor calculations.

Different types of Tariff and its calculation. 3

Voltage Control and different methods required for voltage control. 3

Introduction to circuit-breakers, fuses, Protection of Bus-Bars and Lines. 1

Neutral Grounding or Earthling of Power equipment. 2

Introduction to Electric heating - Resistance, induction and Dielectric Heating. Electric

2
Welding, Resistance welding and its Types.

Illumination- schemes for various situations (street lighting, commercial/industrial

lighting, stadium/flood/stage/spot lighting etc). Types of lamps, their Working and 2
relative merit. Wiring Schemes. Safety Regulations.

Version Applicable From

Version 1 Fall 2016

Version 2 Spring 2017

Version 3 Fall 2017

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