ET6205

The distribution grid of the future

Spring and Autumn

Trondheim

Norwegian

Overview

6 candidates

Average grade

C

2.50

1.44

Pass rate

50%

33 points

Grade distribution
Average over time
Pass rate over time

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

  1. In this course, participants will learn some basic issues related to the development of the distribution grid in the future. 2
  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.
  3. The course will provide a good basis for further specialization within the various topics.
  4. Arrangements will be established so that participants with different backgrounds can start the course with the necessary professional basis.
  5. 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.