Power Distribution and Utilization

1. Course Code
EEE 472 (3+1)

2. Prerequisites
NIL

3. Text Books
1. Principles of power systems by V.K Mehta (4th Edition).
2. Electric power distribution engineering by Toren Gonen
3. Electrical distribution engineering by Anthony J. Pansini

4. Course Learning Objectives

1. This course is aimed at study of main aspects of Electrical Power Distribution System and
its Utilization.
2. Introduce students to the various distribution system components, their performance and
limitations, and to coordinate these components into the system.
3. Introduce students to various electric heating systems and their working
4. Introduce students to fundamentals of illumination engineering.

5. Course Learning Outcomes and Mapping with PLOs:

After successfully completing this course students will be able to:

Sr. No. CLO Domain Level PLO

1. Learning classification of distribution systems and Cognitive C4 PLO1
performing voltage drop calculations of AC, DC,
single and three phase distributors under different
loading conditions
2. Learning the related concepts of power factor, Cognitive C4 PLO2
voltage regulation, tariff and smart metering.
3. Learning power utilization: illumination, electric Cognitive C3 PLO1
heating (induction heating) and arc welding basics
4. Obtaining hands on experience by performing Psychomotor P3 PLO9
different experiments in lab.

6. Assessment Plan
 Theory Quizzes (2) 15%
Homework assignments (One Complex Engineering 10%
Problem)
Mid Term exam 25%
Terminal exam (3 hours) 50%
Total (theory) 100%

7. Learning Outcomes Assessment Plan:

Table 1 - Assessment Plan for Course Learning Outcomes

Sr. # Course Learning Outcomes Assessment

1. 1 Assignment 1
2. 1 Quiz 1
3. 1, 2 Mid Term
4. 1, 2 Assignment 2
5. 3 Quiz 2
6. 1, 2, 3 Terminal

8. Program Learning Outcomes Coverage Explanation:

Following PLOs are covered in this course.

PLO1: Engineering Knowledge:

An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering fundamentals and

an engineering specialization to the solution of complex engineering problems.

The assignments, quizzes, exams, and laboratory experiments require direct application of
mathematics and engineering knowledge to successfully complete the course. Students
learn how fundamental electrical engineering and mathematical concepts are used to
understand and perform various calculations of AC/DC Distribution Systems and other
outcomes mentioned in CLOs. (High relevance to course).

PLO2: Problem Analyses:

An ability to identify, formulate, research literature, and analyze complex

engineering problems reaching substantiated conclusions using first principles of
mathematics, natural sciences and engineering sciences.

The complex engineering problem given as assignment addresses PLO2. In addition the
power factor improvement calculations and implementation in different scenarios along
with voltage control and utilization topics assist in achieving the PLO2.

PLO9: Individual and Team Work:

 An ability to work effectively, as an individual or in a team, on multifaceted and /or
multidisciplinary settings.
The students perform various experiments during laboratory work in groups. Their
evaluation according to psychomotor domain and affective domain help in assessing their
ability of working as an individual and as team member. As every student must submit a
lab report after every experiment.

9. Tentative lecture breakdown

No of lectures
Topics (32x1.5 = 48
hours)
Introduction to Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution, General
Aspects of Distribution Systems, Schemes of Connections 4

DC Distribution systems, different types of DC Distributors and

calculations. 4

AC Distribution systems, different types of AC Distributors and

calculations. 4

Power factor - disadvantages and causes of low Power Factor,

improvement schemes, most Economical Power Factor and Power factor
4
calculations.

Smart Metering and Different types of Tariffs, modern dynamic pricing

schemes and calculations. 4

Voltage Control and different methods required for voltage control.

4
Introduction to Electric heating - Resistance, induction and Dielectric
Heating. 4

Illumination- schemes for various situations (street lighting,

commercial/industrial lighting, stadium/flood/stage/spot lighting etc.).
4
Types of lamps, their Working and relative merit. Wiring Schemes.