ET6205
The distribution grid of the future
Spring and Autumn
Trondheim
Norwegian
About this course
Content
- International and national developments towards the future, renewable electric power system
- renewable energy sources (solar, wind, hydrogen, etc.)
- battery systems
- local energy systems; microgrids; distributed production
- the concept known as Smart Grid
- system impacts related to grid, production and power market
- customer flexibility and load management
- advanced measurement systems (smartmeter)
- power electronics
- quality of delivery
- reliability
- load modeling
- cost/benefit, environmental effects
- ongoing pilot projects
- communication
- electrical transport solutions
Learning outcomes
- In this course, participants will learn some basic issues related to the development of the distribution grid in the future. 2
- The aim of the course is to clarify concepts and to give an overview and introduction to opportunities and problems with these types of technologies.
- The course will provide a good basis for further specialization within the various topics.
- Arrangements will be established so that participants with different backgrounds can start the course with the necessary professional basis.
- The project assignment is tried to be adapted to specific cases that are present and relevant to the participant/business - if possible.
Teaching methods
The course is based on lectures by experts in the relevant topics. Lectures, individual exercises/assignments, group exercises, as well as a project assignment to be solved during the period between and after the sessions. It is emphasized that it should be possible to discuss relevant issues during the meetings.