Course Syllabus

Course Syllabus Course No. & Title: EEL 4935/6935 – Utility Distribution Systems Term & Meeting Info: Spring 2008, Wednesdays 6:00pm - 8:50pm, ENB 113 Instructor Info: Joe Skala, P.E., [email protected] Phone: (727) 791-2558, Fax: (727) 791-2660 Office Hours: Wednesdays 4:00pm – 5:30pm, or by appointment Website: http://web.tampabay.rr.com/usfpower/skala.htm Catalog Description: This course familiarizes the student with electric utility power distribution systems. It focuses specifically on • characterizing and modeling electric loads • applying distribution transformers • designing subtransmission lines, substations, and distribution primary and secondary • performing basic power system calculations • implementing voltage regulation means • understanding protection systems and their impact on reliability and power quality Semesters Offered: Every other Spring semester (even years) Prerequisites: EGN 3375 (Electromechanical Systems) and [EEL 5250 (Power System Analysis 1) or EEL 4935/6936 (Industrial Power Distribution 1) or instructor permission] Corequisites: none Courses that require this course as a direct prerequisite: none Level: UG/Grad

Credits: 3

Class Duration: 165 minutes per week

Text Info: Electric Power Distribution System Engineering, second edition, Turan Gönen. CRC Press / Taylor & Francis Group, 2008. ISBN 1-4200-6200-X. Reference (supplemental reading): see references cited in required text Course Outcomes: 1. Students will become familiar with power distribution terms and definitions, and basic power calculations. Crit. 3(a)(e)(k)(m) 2. Students will become familiar with the methods of modeling load and calculating voltage drop and power loss. Crit. 3(a)(c)(e)(k)(m) 3. Students will become familiar with the design of subtransmission lines and distribution substations. Crit. 3(a)(c)(e)(k)(m) 4. Students will learn the effects of protection strategies on reliability and power quality. Crit. 3(a)(c)(e)(k)(m) 5. Students will prepare and present topical issues relevant to the evolution of utility distribution systems. Crit. 3(a)(c)(e)(f)(g)(i)(k)(m) Note: For a definition of the components of ABET Criterion 3, please refer to the “Relation of Course to EE Dept. Program Outcomes” section later in this syllabus.

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Test & Grading Info: Grading -- plus/minus grading will be used Homework 25% Midterm 25% (take-home) Project 25% Final 25% (open book/notes) Test conflicts due to illness, religious observances, or travel may be rescheduled by contacting the instructor as soon as possible.

Course Topics: W 01/09/08 W 01/16/08 W 01/23/08 W 01/30/08 W 02/06/08 W 02/13/08 W 02/20/08 W 02/27/08 W 03/05/08 W 03/12/08 W 03/19/08 W 03/26/08 W 04/02/08 W 04/09/08 W 04/16/08 W 04/23/08 W 04/30/08

Introduction Ch. 1 – Distribution System Planning and Automation Ch. 2 – Load Characteristics Ch. 3 – Application of Distribution Transformers Ch. 4 – Design of Subtransmission Lines and Distribution Substations Ch. 4 – Design of Subtransmission Lines and Distribution Substations Ch. 5 – Design Considerations of Primary Systems Ch. 6 – Design Considerations of Secondary Systems Ch. 7 – Voltage Drop and Power Loss Calculations Spring Break Ch. 8 – Application of Capacitors to Distribution Systems Ch. 9 – Distribution System Voltage Regulation Ch. 10 – Distribution System Protection Ch. 10 – Distribution System Protection Ch. 11 – Distribution System Reliability Ch. 12 – Electric Power Quality Final Exam (6:00pm – 8:00pm)

Specialization: This course is useful for the engineer involved with the planning, design, engineering, and/or operation of distribution substations and utility distribution systems. Professional Component: Engineering Science - 25% Engineering Design 75% (Eng Science = math/science required for creative applications; Eng Design = decision making process of devising a system, component or process to meet a desired need) Additional Course Features: This course will include a field trip to a distribution substation. The time and date will be announced as soon as the details are arranged. While participation in the field trip is not mandatory, it is strongly recommended. Although attendance will not be taken (other than the first day of class, per university policy), attendance and participation is strongly suggested to enhance the learning experience for all students. Academic dishonesty of any kind will not be tolerated. If caught cheating, the guilty parties will be subject to AT LEAST failure of the course, up to and possibly including expulsion from the university. DO NOT CHEAT!! Relation of Course to EE Dept. Program Outcomes: Program Outcome “a”: An ability to apply knowledge of basic math, science and engineering. Program Outcome “c”: An ability to design systems, components, or processes to meet desired needs. Program Outcome “e”: An ability to identify, formulate and solve engineering problems. Program Outcome “f”: An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility. Utility Distribution Systems Syllabus

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Program Outcome “g”: Program Outcome “i”: Program Outcome “k”: Program Outcome “m”:

An ability to communicate effectively. A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning. An ability to use techniques, skills and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice. Knowledge of basic and engineering science necessary to analyze and design complex electrical/electronic hardware/software devices and systems.

Final Exam Info: W 04/30/08, 6:00pm-8:00pm. Additional Course Info: When E-mailing Prof. Skala about this course, please either (1) include “UDS:” as the first characters in the subject line, or (2) send the E-mail from Blackboard™ and keep its default subject line “[EELxxxx.xxxS08]” at the beginning of your subject line. Thank you! Taping lectures requires the permission of the instructor. APEX students are responsible for designating a proctor for tests, and must inform the APEX office of their designation. Notifying the instructor of an inability to attend a class or class-related activity is appreciated. Syllabus Prepared by: Ralph Fehr, Ph.D., P.E. and Joe Skala, P.E. Date of Approval of Syllabus by Area Subcommittee: Spring 2008

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