Learning outcomes

On successful completion of

this unit a learner will:

Assessment criteria for pass

The learner can:

LO1 Understand the construction

and properties of overhead

lines and cables

1.1 explain the construction and properties of an overhead

line

1.2 compare different types of cable used in power systems

1.3 explain methods of fault location

1.4 use T and π models to evaluate performance

LO2 Understand symmetrical

faults and protection

schemes

2.1 explain the function of the components in a protection

scheme

2.2 use one-line diagrams to solve fault analysis problems

2.3 solve problems involving the use of fault-limiting

reactors

2.4 analyse the protection scheme used in a given system

LO3 Be able to analyse power

system transients

3.1 analyse the propagation of surges

3.2 use a Bewley lattice diagram to analyse multiple

reflections

3.3 explain how surges occur and compare two methods

used for surge control

LO4 Understand the

synchronising and control of

synchronous machines

4.1 analyse and compare two methods of synchronising

4.2 explain how the control of voltage, frequency and power

factor of a synchronous machine can be achieved.