Turbine Efficiency and Grid Integration
Syllabus, Master's level, 1GV071
This course has been discontinued.
- Code
- 1GV071
- Education cycle
- Second cycle
- Main field(s) of study and in-depth level
- Energy Technology with focus on Wind Power A1F
- Grading system
- Pass with distinction (5), Pass with credit (4), Pass (3), Fail (U)
- Finalised by
- The Faculty Board of Science and Technology, 21 March 2013
- Responsible department
- Department of Earth Sciences
Entry requirements
Introduction to Wind Energy, 4.5 credits, Wind Turbine Concepts and Application, 6 credits and a Bachelor's degree of 180 Swedish credits points in engineering, natural or social science. Mathematics C and English B.
Learning outcomes
After approved course the student should be able to:
- describe how a wind turbine functions in the power system
- describe aerodynamic and mechatronical level of wind turbine efficiency
- analyse the implications of wind power integration on power system planning, operation and design with emphasis on grid regulations and electricity markets
- perform energy production forecasting in concert with weather forecasting systems
- write a full project report
Content
The course covers the application of turbine generated electrical output using aerodynamic and mechatronical systems. This course brings together the engineering and economical aspects of distributed and bulk power generation. The course covers wind power energy technology and systems integration by highlighting the key principles behind each technology, its state of development and its relevance in the power industry with emphasis on operational, system connection and market aspects.
Instruction
The course includes lectures, seminars, group and field work. Student attendance is compulsory at all scheduled activities.
Assessment
Written hand-in assignments 3 credits.
Written project report with oral presentation 3 credits.