KTU 2024 Scheme · Semester 5 · Program Core — Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Power Generation, Transmission and Protection (PCEET501) Syllabus
Official KTU 2024 Scheme syllabus for Power Generation, Transmission and Protection, Semester 5, Program Core — Electrical and Electronics Engineering (Electrical and Electronics Engineering).
Course Code
PCEET501
Credits
4
Teaching Hours
3:1:0:0 (L:T:P:R)
CIE Marks
40
ESE Marks
60
Exam Duration
2 Hrs 30 Min
Prerequisites
PCEET302 (Circuits & Networks)
Semester
Semester 5
Course Objective
To deliver fundamental concepts in power system components; to deliver a basic idea of power generation, transmission and protection; and to introduce new topics like energy storage systems and deregulated systems.
Module-wise Syllabus
Module 1
11 contact hoursGeneration from renewable and non-renewable sources — hydro, thermal, nuclear (block schematic details, environmental and ethical factors, advantages, disadvantages). Solar and wind (block schematic details, environmental factors, regulations, advantages, disadvantages). Energy storage systems as alternative energy sources — BESS, CESS, thermal SS. Load curve — load duration curve, load factor, diversity factor, demand factor, plant capacity factor, plant use factor, numerical problems.
Module 2
11 contact hoursPower transmission system (electrical model) — line parameters, resistance, inductance and capacitance (derivation of three phase double circuit). Transmission line modelling — classifications (concept only), transmission line as two port network, derivation and calculation of ABCD parameters. Skin effect and Ferranti effect, corona (qualitative), surge impedance loading. Insulators — string efficiency, grading, numerical problems. Introduction to EHVAC and HVDC — principle, advantages/disadvantages. Underground cables — ratings, classification, capacitance of cables, grading.
Module 3
11 contact hoursAC distribution systems — connection schemes, radial and ring main systems, single phase only (numerical problems). Method of power factor improvement using capacitors (numerical problems). Tariff — different types. Introduction to energy markets (regulated and deregulated systems). Need for protection — types of protection schemes, primary and back-up protective relays.
Module 4
11 contact hoursBasics of typical electromechanical relay (induction type only), static (block diagrams of O/C and instantaneous O/C relays), microprocessor (block diagram and flowchart of O/C relay), fundamentals of numerical relay, principles of overcurrent, directional, distance and differential protection. Circuit breakers — operating principle, arc phenomenon, arc extinction principle and methods. Problems of circuit interruption — capacitive current chopping, ratings of CBs. Circuit breaker classification based on medium of arc extinction — SF6 and VCB, introduction to GIS.
Course Outcomes
- CO1Learn different types of power generating systems and schedule generation appropriate for a given area.
- CO2Evaluate the electrical performance of any transmission line.
- CO3Compute various physical characteristics of overhead and underground transmission systems.
- CO4Demonstrate the working of relays and switchgear for protection schemes.
- CO5Design a simple AC electrical distribution system as per the standards.
Assessment Pattern (CIE: 40 marks, ESE: 60 marks)
Continuous Internal Evaluation (CIE)
| Attendance | 5 |
| Assignment / Microproject | 15 |
| Internal Examination 1 (Written) | 10 |
| Internal Examination 2 (Written) | 10 |
End Semester Examination (ESE)
Total 60 marks, 2 Hrs 30 Min. See the official KTU syllabus document for the exact Part A / Part B question pattern for this course.
Textbooks & Reference Books
Textbooks
- Electrical Power Systems — Wadhwa C. L. (New Age International, 8th edition, 2023)
- Principles of Power System — V. K. Mehta and Rohit Mehta (S. Chand, 4th edition)
- Power System Protection and Switchgear — Badri Ram and D.N. Viswakarma (Tata McGraw Hill, reprint 2020)
- Non-conventional Energy Sources — B. H. Khan (Tata McGraw Hill, 2nd/3rd edition, 2011/2017)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many credits is KTU Power Generation, Transmission and Protection (PCEET501)?
4 credits, with 3:1:0:0 (L:T:P:R) teaching hours per week, under the KTU 2024 Scheme.
How many modules are in the PCEET501 syllabus?
4 modules, 44 total contact hours.
What is the CIE and ESE mark split for this course?
CIE (Continuous Internal Evaluation): 40 marks. ESE (End Semester Examination): 60 marks, 2 Hrs 30 Min. Total: 100 marks.
What are the recommended textbooks for PCEET501?
Electrical Power Systems (Wadhwa C. L.); Principles of Power System (V. K. Mehta and Rohit Mehta); Power System Protection and Switchgear (Badri Ram and D.N. Viswakarma); Non-conventional Energy Sources (B. H. Khan).
Is this syllabus specific to one branch, or common to others too?
This Semester 5 course is listed under Program Core — Electrical and Electronics Engineering at KTU under the 2024 Scheme — check the course header above for which branches it's common to.
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