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Smart grids – active networks and microgrids
Individual course
After completing this course successfully, the student
- understands drivers for smart grids and can identify impacts of large-scale integration of renewable energy resources (RES)
- has knowledge about distributed energy resources (DER)
- has basic knowledge about DER units control and management
- has knowledge about dynamics, control and protection of microgrids
- is familiar with different grid codes related to DER and smart grids and understands their need and effect on active network management and protection
- has knowledge about need for increased cooperation between distribution and transmission networks
- understands power quality and network planning aspects due to large-scale integration of DER in MV and LV distribution networks
- has basic knowledge about new service operators and new market and business models of future active network concepts
- can apply simulation tools to study the network interconnection and control effects of DER
The course develops lifelong learning and interpersonal skills.
Teaching schedule
Lectures will be held online on Tuesdays at 14–16.
More information in the University of Vaasa study guide.
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Responsible teacher
University of Vaasa
Hannu Laaksonen
hannu.laaksonen(at)uwasa.fi
Contact person for applications
FITech Network University
Fanny Qvickström, Student services specialist
info(at)fitech.io
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Category:
Energy storages
Topic:
Applications and technologies of energy storages
Course code:
SATE3170
Credits:
3–5 ECTS
Price:
0 €
Level:
Teaching period:
18.1.–1.3.2022
Application deadline:
Application period has ended
Host university:
University of Vaasa
Study is open for:
Adult learner,
Degree student
Degree student
Teaching methods:
Online
Language:
English
General prerequisites:
Fundamentals of power systems.
Study suitable for:
Future energy storage professionals