Power Generation
Study conventional and renewable energy generation systems, their operating principles and integration with electrical networks.
Postgraduate Programme
Power Systems
Advanced learning in electrical power generation, transmission, distribution, protection, control and sustainable energy systems.
Programme Overview
Advanced study of modern electrical power networks
Power Systems is an advanced area of Electrical Engineering concerned with the generation, transmission, distribution, protection, operation and control of electrical energy. The programme develops an understanding of interconnected electrical networks and the methods used to maintain their safety, stability, reliability and efficiency. It also introduces developments in renewable energy, smart grids, power system automation and computational analysis.
Academic Focus
Core areas of Power Systems
The programme covers important technical areas associated with the planning, analysis, operation, protection and modernisation of electrical power networks.
Transmission and Distribution
Understand the planning, operation and performance of electrical power transmission and distribution systems.
Power System Protection
Explore protection principles, fault detection, relays and coordinated methods used to protect electrical equipment and networks.
Power System Analysis
Apply analytical and computational methods to load flow, fault analysis, stability and the performance of interconnected power systems.
Renewable Energy Integration
Examine the integration of solar, wind and other renewable energy sources with modern electrical power networks.
Smart Grids and Automation
Study monitoring, communication, automation and intelligent control technologies used in modern power systems.
Learning Objectives
Developing advanced engineering ability
The academic focus combines advanced technical knowledge, computational analysis, engineering tools and research-oriented problem-solving.
Advanced Technical Knowledge
Develop advanced knowledge of electrical power generation, transmission, distribution, protection, operation and control.
System Analysis
Apply mathematical, analytical and computational methods to investigate complex power system problems.
Engineering Tools
Use appropriate simulation and engineering tools for modelling, analysis, planning and evaluation of electrical networks.
Research and Innovation
Develop the ability to study technical literature, identify engineering problems and investigate practical solutions.
Programme Capabilities
Technical capabilities supported by the programme
The programme supports the development of analytical, computational and professional capabilities relevant to modern electrical power systems.
Analyse the performance of electrical generation, transmission and distribution systems.
Investigate faults, stability issues and protection requirements in power networks.
Evaluate the integration of renewable energy sources and energy-storage technologies.
Apply computational and simulation methods to power system planning and operation.
Approach electrical engineering problems with consideration for safety, reliability and sustainability.
Professional Scope
Areas connected with Power Systems expertise
Advanced knowledge in Power Systems is relevant to technical and research areas involving electrical networks, industrial energy systems and sustainable power technologies.
Power Utilities
Technical areas connected with electrical generation, transmission and distribution utilities.
Industrial Power Systems
Electrical system planning, operation, maintenance and energy management in industrial environments.
Renewable Energy
Technical work involving renewable generation, grid integration and sustainable energy systems.
Research and Higher Education
Advanced study and research in power engineering, smart grids, control, protection and related fields.