EEE458 Electrical Distribution SystemsIstanbul Okan UniversityDegree Programs Industrial Engineering (English)General Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementNational Qualifications
Industrial Engineering (English)
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

General course introduction information

Course Code: EEE458
Course Name: Electrical Distribution Systems
Course Semester: Fall
Course Credits:
Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
3 0 3 5
Language of instruction: EN
Course Requisites:
Does the Course Require Work Experience?: No
Type of course: Compulsory
Course Level:
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE:6. Master`s Degree QF-EHEA:First Cycle EQF-LLL:6. Master`s Degree
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Assoc. Prof. ÖMER CİHAN KIVANÇ
Course Lecturer(s): Assoc. Prof. ÖMER CİHAN KIVANÇ
Prof. Dr. RAMAZAN NEJAT TUNCAY
Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives: The purpose of this course is to introduce following topics: Properties of electrical energy and energy distribution systems. Line constants and calculation methods. Effect of abnormal voltages on apparatus and machines. Fundamentals of line conductor cross-section determinations. Lines loaded from a point. Energy distribution networks. Lines loaded with point loads and their crosssection calculations. Distributed loads and power densities. Cross-section calculations on compact and distributed load lines. Determination of transformation locations, and calculations of powers. Towers, calculation of side-wing forces and determination of tower types. Preparation fundamentals of low voltage energy distribution network projects.
Course Content: Describe the properties of electrical energy and energy distribution systems.
Understand the Line constants and calculation methods, effect of abnormal voltages on apparatus and machines.
Understand the fundamentals of line conductor cross-section determinations and lines loaded from a point, lines loaded with point loads and their cross-section calculations.
Describe energy distribution networks.
Calculate the distributed loads and power densities, Cross-section calculations on compact and distributed load lines.
Determine the transformation locations, and calculations of powers.
Calculate Towers, side-wing forces and determination of tower types.
Prepare fundamentals of low voltage energy distribution network projects.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Learning Outcomes
1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) The Students will be able to select and use the necessary tools for applications.
2 - Skills
Cognitive - Practical
1) The Students will be able to have strong practical ability to apply the knowledge and ability to continually innovating research, analysis and synthesis
3 - Competences
Communication and Social Competence
Learning Competence
Field Specific Competence
Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility
1) The Students will be able to have the professional knowledge and ethical responsibility on power distribution

Lesson Plan

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction to electrical distribution systems Review the Class Notes
2) Fundamental definitions of electrical distribution lines and networks Review the Class Notes
3) Effects of unbalanced operations Review the Class Notes
4) Design and determinations of power system components and effects of their sizing Review the Class Notes
5) Load characteristics and their effects to the network Review the Class Notes
6) Network types Review the Class Notes
7) Design and determinations of power system loads and effects of their sizing Review the Class Notes
8) Power flow within network Review the Class Notes
9) Evaluate students via midterm exam Review the Class Notes
10) Design and determinations of distributed load lines and effects of their sizing Review the Class Notes
11) Transformer load types and effects of transformer’s location on network Review the Class Notes
12) Tower types and force analysis Review the Class Notes
13) Design process and fundamental criteria for low voltage distribution network project Review the Class Notes
14) Analyze and design of example applications Review the Class Notes
15) Final Exam Review the Class Notes

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: T. Gönen, “Electric Power Distribution System Engineering”, McGraw-Hill Book Company, 1986.
References: T. A. Short, “Electric Power Distribution Equipment and Systems”, 2006.
Anthony j. Pansini, “Guide to Electrical Power Distribution Systems”, CRC Pres, 2005.
Westinghouse Electric Corporation, “Electric Utility Engineering Reference Book-Distribution Systems”, 1965.

Course-Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Learning Outcomes

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Program Outcomes
1) Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering subjects pertaining to the relevant discipline; ability to use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve engineering problems.
2) Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modelling methods for this purpose.
3) Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way so as to meet the desired result; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. (Realistic constraints and conditions may include factors such as economic and environmental issues, sustainability, manufacturability, ethics, health, safety issues, and social and political issues according to the nature of the design.)
4) Ability to devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for engineering practice; ability to employ information technologies effectively.
5) Ability to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyse and interpret results for investigating engineering problems.
6) Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually.
7) Ability to communicate effectively i Turkish, both orally and in writing; knowledge of a minimum of one foreign language.
8) Recognition of the need for lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continue to educate him/herself.
9) Awareness of professional and ethical responsibility.
10) Information about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development.
11) Knowledge about contemporary issues and the global and societal effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering subjects pertaining to the relevant discipline; ability to use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve engineering problems.
2) Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modelling methods for this purpose.
3) Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way so as to meet the desired result; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. (Realistic constraints and conditions may include factors such as economic and environmental issues, sustainability, manufacturability, ethics, health, safety issues, and social and political issues according to the nature of the design.)
4) Ability to devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for engineering practice; ability to employ information technologies effectively.
5) Ability to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyse and interpret results for investigating engineering problems.
6) Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually.
7) Ability to communicate effectively i Turkish, both orally and in writing; knowledge of a minimum of one foreign language.
8) Recognition of the need for lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continue to educate him/herself.
9) Awareness of professional and ethical responsibility.
10) Information about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development.
11) Knowledge about contemporary issues and the global and societal effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.

Learning Activity and Teaching Methods

Expression
Individual study and homework
Lesson
Reading
Homework
Problem Solving
Project preparation
Report Writing
Technical Tour
Application (Modelling, Design, Model, Simulation, Experiment etc.)

Assessment & Grading Methods and Criteria

Written Exam (Open-ended questions, multiple choice, true-false, matching, fill in the blanks, sequencing)
Homework
Application
Individual Project
Presentation
Reporting
Bilgisayar Destekli Sunum

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Homework Assignments 1 % 5
Presentation 1 % 5
Project 1 % 5
Midterms 1 % 35
Final 1 % 50
total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 50
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 50
total % 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Grading

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 14 3 42
Study Hours Out of Class 14 3 42
Presentations / Seminar 1 2 2
Project 1 30 30
Homework Assignments 2 5 10
Midterms 1 10 10
Final 1 14 14
Total Workload 150