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ECE 4334 - Power System Analysis and Control (3C)

Course Description

Development of methods for power system analysis and control. An analysis and design of systems for steady state, transient, and dynamic conditions. Digital Solutions emphasized.

Why take this course?

This course is essential for those who will work in the utility, consulting or manufacturing sectors of the power industry including both bulk and industrial systems. The course is concerned with the analysis of power systems and develops the background in automatic generating control and economic dispatch as practiced in modern power engineering.

Learning Objectives

  • Analyze a power system during short circuits.
  • Analyze a power system during normal loading conditions.
  • Design the power system for stable operation
  • Analyze the economics of power production.
  • Develop software for power system analysis.
  • Analyze the control processes in a power system.
  • Design and size switchgear for a power network.

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    Two-Semester Major Design Experience

    ECE’s two-semester Major Design Experience (ECE 4805-4806) provides teams of students with simulations of the post-college world via projects specified and directed by industry partners. For more information, contact class instructor, Dr. Joe Adams.

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    ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission

    The B.S. degree in electrical engineering and the B.S. degree in computer engineering are accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET.

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