NG2S850 - Energy Storage and Distribution 01 Jul 2022 - 31 Aug 2028 | Version 4
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | NG2S850 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Energy Storage and Distribution | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Science | ||
| Faculty Group: | Information and Electronics | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Electronics | ||
| Module Leader: | Clive Morgan, Lahieb Abrahim | ||
| Module Team: | David Scammell, Abdulkareem Karasuwa, , Eurfyl Davies, Gordon Collins, Ben Mehenni | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2015 | Final Year of Intake: | |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 20 | Credit Level: | 5 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100190 - mechanical engineering | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 4 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Jul 2022 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2028 |
Module Aims
To provide an understanding of the principles of storing and distributing energy in power systems.
To provide an understanding of the techniques for analysing energy storage and energy distribution systems.
Content Summary
Energy Storage
Principles of the following storage methods - Ultracapacitors. Pumped hydro storage. Lead-acid, nickel cadmium, nickel metal hydride, lithium-ion, sodium sulphur, sodium nickel chloride batteries; flow batteries; fuel cells. Flywheels. Superconducting magnetic energy storage. Compressed air energy storage. Cryogen-based energy storage. Thermal energy storage. Hydrogen and other synthetic fuels. Biomass and biofuels.
Analysis of energy storage methods using models.
Energy storage as a structural unit of a power system. Integration of energy storage systems. Energy storage and power system stability. Load balancing.
Energy Distribution
Electrical (ac) - Three-phase circuit theory. Three-phase short transmission line model and calculations. Underground transmission cables: construction and models. Calculations for basic single-phase and three-phase radial and ring distributors. Single-phase power transformer theory, models and calculations. Three-phase transformer construction, winding connections and primary/secondary voltage relationships. Superconducting lines.
HVDC link transmission - Basic operating and control characteristics of power electronic devices (power diodes, thyristors, power transistors). Analysis of the fully-controlled (thyristor) three-phase bridge converter; basic configurations of current source converter (thyristor-based) HVDC link systems; models and power flow calculations. Application of voltage source converters (IGBT-based) to HVDC link transmission.
Protection - Fuses; miniature circuit breaker (MCB) and residual current circuit breaker (RCCB); introduction to high voltage circuit breakers (bulk oil, air blast, small oil volume, sulphur hexafluoride and vacuum). Unit protection principles. Discrimination.
Other methods of distribution-heat transmission, distribution by pipeline and by batch transport.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 38 |
| Practical classes and workshops | 10 |
| Independent Study | 100 |
| Directed Study | 42 |
| Formative Assessment - Independent | 10 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Will be able to apply knowledge and understanding of the principles of energy storage and energy distribution in power systems. |
| LO2 | Will be able to analyse energy storage and energy distribution methods in power systems using appropriate models and mathematical techniques. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Synchronous Onsite Practical Assessment | Practical Coursework (Onsite) 1 | Exercises undertake in laboratory aimed at assessing the application of knowledge, analytical, problem-solving or evaluative skills with written report. | 0 | 1500 | 50 | No | 40 |
| Synchronous Onsite Assessment (Exam) | Onsite Closed Book Examination 1 | A test of knowledge and understanding by unseen questions, delivered onsite and time constrained. A closed book examination assessing both learning outcomes. | 120 | N/A | 50 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Practical Coursework (Onsite) 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Onsite Closed Book Examination 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |