CEE 509 Grid connectivity and smart grid

1.Introduction to grid connectivity of RE systems, 2. smart grid and emerging technologies, 3. Operating principles and models of smart gird components, 4. Key technologies for generation, networks, 5. loads and their control capabilities; 6 decision-making tools, 7.Non conventional energy source models grid integration, 8.Micro-turbine model and grid integration, 9.Fuel cell model and grid integration, 10.Energy storage and electric vehicle models and grid integration, 11.Distribution line models, 12.Communication infrastructures for smart grid operation, 13.Advanced metering infrastructure and advanced control methods, 14.Economic dispatch, 15.Demand response and demand management, 16.Distribution feeder analysis, 17.Continuous voltage and frequency control, 18.Contingencies and their management, 19.Unit commitment (selection of generators & loads to operate), 20Energy constraints: hydro, fuel management and maintenance scheduling, 21.The operational challenges of distributed energy resources, 22.Operation and control issues associated with intermittent generation, 23.Electricity industry operation in a carbon constrained and smart grid future, 24.Impact of smart grid component integration on distribution network operation, 25Artificial Intelligence based approaches for estimation, 26.scheduling, management and control of next generation smart grid.