2017/18 Taught Postgraduate Module Catalogue
ELEC5525M Micro-grid Laboratory
15 creditsClass Size: 60
Module manager: Dr B Chong
Email: b.chong@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) View Timetable
Year running 2017/18
This module is not approved as an Elective
Objectives
On completion of this module, students should be able to:- consolidate their understanding of grid-connected renewable energy generation systems, and to develop their skills in modelling, designing and controlling such systems.
Topics covered will complement the materials studied in ELEC5564M and ELEC5515M.
Learning outcomes
On completion of this module students should be able to:
- demonstrate understanding of grid interfacing issues in a power generation system containing renewable energy sources;
- develop practical solutions for grid interfacing of individual renewably-sourced power generators;
- show practical skills in applying power electronics for renewable energy system components;
- apply a system approach in analysing and designing a control system for photovoltaic and wind energy generation systems;
- demonstrate competence in using contemporary computer environments such as MATLAB/SIMULINK through developing simulation models for various power electronic converters and renewable energy generation systems.
Syllabus
Students will conduct prescribed simulation and laboratory experiments covering the topics relevant to the MSc programme in Electrical Engineering and Renewable Energy Systems. These include:
1. Developing a simulation program for a photovoltaic energy system having a control system for voltage regulation so that maximum power can be extracted and delivered to the grid.
2. Developing a simulation program for a wind power generation system and its associated ac-dc-ac converter. Developing and simulating phase locking and control scheme for wind generator grid interface and control. Investigating its transient and steady-state characteristics under different wind conditions.
3. Applying a practical power electronic converter controlled by a digital microcontroller to lead a PV panel to operate at its maximum power point.
Teaching methods
Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
Lecture | 11 | 1.00 | 11.00 |
Practical | 11 | 3.00 | 33.00 |
Independent online learning hours | 50.00 | ||
Private study hours | 56.00 | ||
Total Contact hours | 44.00 | ||
Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 150.00 |
Private study
Private study will include background research on the analysis of the relevant power electronics and power engineering concepts, using the module notes as a framework, and the preparation of reports on the laboratory projects.Opportunities for Formative Feedback
Students' progress will be monitored in the laboratory, and by regular evaluation of students' simulation programs and hardware prototype.Methods of assessment
Coursework
Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
Report | Report 1 | 30.00 |
Report | Report 2 | 30.00 |
Report | Report 3 | 20.00 |
Project | Simulation Models and Program Codes | 20.00 |
Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) | 100.00 |
Re-sits for ELEC modules are subject to the rules in the School’s Code of Practice on Assessment. Students should be aware that, for some modules, a re-sit may only be conducted on an internal basis (with tuition) in the next academic session.
Reading list
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