Course Summary
This course is designed to provide an introduction to electric power systems, including power generation, transmission, distribution, and utilization. Students will gain a basic understanding of how electricity is generated, transmitted, and distributed, as well as the key components and technologies used in power systems.Key Learning Points
- Gain a foundational understanding of electric power systems
- Learn about power generation, transmission, distribution, and utilization
- Explore the key components and technologies used in power systems
Job Positions & Salaries of people who have taken this course might have
- USA: $76,000 - $118,000
- India: ₹500,000 - ₹1,700,000
- Spain: €26,000 - €45,000
- USA: $76,000 - $118,000
- India: ₹500,000 - ₹1,700,000
- Spain: €26,000 - €45,000
- USA: $80,000 - $120,000
- India: ₹600,000 - ₹2,000,000
- Spain: €30,000 - €50,000
- USA: $76,000 - $118,000
- India: ₹500,000 - ₹1,700,000
- Spain: €26,000 - €45,000
- USA: $80,000 - $120,000
- India: ₹600,000 - ₹2,000,000
- Spain: €30,000 - €50,000
- USA: $80,000 - $120,000
- India: ₹500,000 - ₹2,000,000
- Spain: €30,000 - €50,000
Related Topics for further study
- Electric Power Generation
- Power Transmission
- Power Distribution
- Power Utilization
- Power System Components
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the fundamentals of electric power systems
- Identify the key components and technologies used in power systems
- Apply this knowledge to real-world power system challenges
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- Basic knowledge of physics and mathematics
- Familiarity with electrical circuits and systems
Course Difficulty Level
IntermediateCourse Format
- Self-paced
- Online
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Notable People in This Field
- Physicist and Former US Secretary of Energy
- CEO of Tesla and SpaceX
Related Books
Description
This course familiarizes you with standards and policies of the electric utility industry, and provides you with basic vocabulary used in the business. It introduces the electric power system, from generation of the electricity all the way to the wall plug. You will learn about the segments of the system, and common components like power cables and transformers.
Outline
- Basic Electricity
- Introduction: Energy: Production, Distribution & Safety
- Basic Electricity: Concepts
- Basic Electrical Properties
- Simple Circuits
- Ohm's Law
- AC Current
- Acknowledgements
- Basic Electricity (OPTIONAL) Resources
- Self-Check
- Self-Check
- Self-Check
- Self-Check
- Self-check
- Basic Electricity
- Generation, Transmission, & Distribution
- Generation, Transmission, & Distribution: Substations & Transformers
- Generation
- Transmission & Subtransmission
- Distribution
- Generation, Transmission, & Distribution (OPTIONAL) Resources
- Self-check
- Self-check
- Self-check
- Self-check
- Generation, Transmission, & Distribution
- System Design & Switching
- System Design & Switching: Circuit Breakers
- Switches
- Double-Busbar & Switching Sequence
- System Design & Switching (OPTIONAL) Resources
- Self-check
- Self-check
- Self-check
- System Design & Switching
- Renewable Energy & Smart Grid Technologies
- Smart Grid Risks
- Smart Grid, Utilities & Consumers
- Smart Grid & the Environment
- Renewable Energy
- Renewable Energy & Smart Grid Technologies (OPTIONAL) Resources
- Roadmap to Success Resources: Project Definition
- Roadmap to Success: Project Definition
- Electric Power Systems - Key Takeaways
- Self-check
- Self-check
- Self-check
- Self-check
- Renewable Energy & Smart Grid Technologies
Summary of User Reviews
Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course
The key aspect that many users thought was good is the use of real-world examples to illustrate concepts.Pros from User Reviews
- Comprehensive coverage of electric power systems
- Real-world examples to illustrate concepts
- Engaging lectures and interactive assignments
- Expert instructors with industry experience
- Flexible scheduling and self-paced learning
Cons from User Reviews
- Some users found the course to be too technical
- The pace of the course may be too fast for some learners
- Not suitable for those without a basic understanding of electrical engineering
- Limited interaction with instructors and peers
- Lack of hands-on experience or practical applications
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