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<p>This unit provides an in-depth knowledge and understandings of micro-grid and smart-grid technologies along with their design and implementation strategies. The unit further introduces energy storage systems and provides a broad understanding and appreciation of the scientific principles that underpin the operation of such systems.</p>
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<p>Topics may include:<br>
1. Introduction to micro-grid<br>
2. Micro-grid - components, standards, applications, operations<br>
3. Use of mircro-grid as smart-grid<br>
4. Smart-grid - standards, control, communication, cyber security and energy management<br>
5. Smart metering<br>
6. Energy storage systems - background, application and objectives<br>
7. Overview and study of different energy storage systems which can include, electrical, chemical, mechanical, electrochemical, thermochemical, thermomechanical, etc.</p>
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<p>Where supplementary assessment is available a student must have failed overall in the Unit but gained a final mark of 45 per cent or above, has completed all major assessment tasks (including all sub-components where a task has multiple parts) as specified in the Unit Description and is not eligible for any other form of supplementary assessment.</p>
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Unit description
<p>This unit provides an in-depth knowledge and understandings of micro-grid and smart-grid technologies along with their design and implementation strategies. The unit further introduces energy storage systems and provides a broad understanding and appreciation of the scientific principles that underpin the operation of such systems.</p>
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<p>Topics may include:<br> 1. Introduction to micro-grid<br> 2. Micro-grid - components, standards, applications, operations<br> 3. Use of mircro-grid as smart-grid<br> 4. Smart-grid - standards, control, communication, cyber security and energy management<br> 5. Smart metering<br> 6. Energy storage systems - background, application and objectives<br> 7. Overview and study of different energy storage systems which can include, electrical, chemical, mechanical, electrochemical, thermochemical, thermomechanical, etc.</p>
Key information
Institute / school:
Institute of Innovation, Science & Sustainability
Discipline:
Engineering
Study level:
Postgraduate - Coursework
Credit points:
15
EFTSL:
0.125
Field of education:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/engrg9206">031301 - Electrical Engineering</a>
Grade scheme:
Graded (e.g. HD, D, C, etc)
Placement component:
No
Requisites
Prerequisite
<p>must have completed <a href="/ords/r/dev/fed_occ/course?p6_code=ENGRG3201" target="_blank">ENGRG3201</a></p>
Corequisite
None
Exclusion
<p>must not have completed ENGIN5102</p>
Learning outcomes
Learning outcomes
<p>On successful completion of this unit, students are expected to gain the following [K]nowledge, [S]kills and [A]pplication of knowledge & skills</p>
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<p>Identify the main components of a micro-grid and discern the differences between micro-grid and smart-grid systems.</p>
K2
<p>Recognise the key standards and salient operational characteristics of micro-grid and smart-grid systems.</p>
K3
<p>Explain the scientific and conceptual principles underpinning the operation of energy storage systems and key characteristics which inform their selection for use.</p>
S1
<p>Design micro-grids and smart-grids to meet specified criteria and performance standards.</p>
S2
<p>Conduct fault analysis specific to micro-grids and smart-grids.</p>
S3
<p>Evaluate and assess solutions to problems associated with a variety of energy storage systems in micro-grids.</p>
A1
<p>Apply industry standard software analysis tools to simulate and study characteristics and behaviour of micro-grids and smart-grids.</p>
A2
<p>Interpret and appraise different challenges associated with micro-grids and smart-grids.</p>
A3
<p>Develop and analyse the key objectives and applications of energy storage in electical networks.</p>
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<p>Relevant tasks and problems to enforce understanding of the students and help in gradual development of knowledge and skills throughout the unit.</p>
<p>Quizzes</p>
<p>10% - 30%</p>
K1, K2, K3, S1, S3
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<p>Experimental/simulation work to verify students' ability to apply knowledge and skills acquired in the unit.</p>
<p>Report, oral or written explanatory tasks.</p>
<p>10% - 30%</p>
S2, S3, A1, A3
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<p>The test or exam tests analytical and critical thinking and a general understanding of the unit materials.</p>
<p>Test i.e., laboratory test using simulation software</p>
<p>40% - 60%</p>
K1, K2, K3, S1, A2, A3
Supplementary assessment available:
Yes
Supplimentary assessment information:
<p>Where supplementary assessment is available a student must have failed overall in the Unit but gained a final mark of 45 per cent or above, has completed all major assessment tasks (including all sub-components where a task has multiple parts) as specified in the Unit Description and is not eligible for any other form of supplementary assessment.</p>
Key information
Institute / school:
Institute of Innovation, Science & Sustainability
Discipline:
Engineering
Study level:
Postgraduate - Coursework
Credit points:
15
EFTSL:
0.125
Field of education:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/engrg9206">031301 - Electrical Engineering</a>
Grade scheme:
Graded (e.g. HD, D, C, etc)
Placement component:
No
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<em>Information in the Federation Handbook is correct at the time of publication. The University reserves the right to alter any course, unit, procedure or fee.</em>
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