Course Objectives
Learning purposes :
To understand the generation, conversion, and supply of electrical energy, which forms the basis of modern society.
Course Objectives :
1. To be able to explain the outline of the power system and the current situation and problems of power supply in Japan and the world.
2. To be able to explain the principles and characteristics of power generation methods using hydroelectric, thermal, nuclear, and renewable energy sources.
3. To be able to perform basic calculations on the power system.
4. To be able to objectively evaluate own accomplishments.
Rubric
| Excellent | Good | Acceptable | Not acceptable |
| Achievement 1 | The student can explain the outline of the power system and the current situation and problems of power supply in Japan and the world. | The student can explain the basics of the outline of the power system and the current situation and problems of power supply in Japan and the world. | The student can explain a little bit of the outline of the power system and the current situation and problems of power supply in Japan and the world. | The student cannot explain the outline of the power system and the current situation and problems of power supply in Japan and the world. |
| Achievement 2 | The student can explain the principles and characteristics of power generation methods using hydroelectric, thermal, nuclear and renewable energy sources. | The student can explain the basics of the principles and characteristics of power generation methods using hydroelectric, thermal, nuclear and renewable energy sources. | The student can explain a little bit of the principles and characteristics of power generation methods using hydroelectric, thermal, nuclear and renewable energy sources. | The student cannot explain the principles and characteristics of power generation methods using hydroelectric, thermal, nuclear and renewable energy sources. |
| Achievement 3 | The student can perform basic calculations on the power system. | The student can perform some basic calculations on the power system. | The student can perform especially basic calculations on the power system. | The student cannot perform basic calculations on the power system. |
| Achievement 4 | Students are able to evaluate their achievement very objectively. | Students are able to assess their achievement almost objectively. | Students can evaluate their achievement a little objectively. | Students cannot evaluate their achievement objectively. |
Assigned Department Objectives
Teaching Method
Outline:
General or Specialized : Specialized
Field of learning : Electrical , Electronic
Required, Elective, etc. : Must complete subjects
Foundational academic disciplines : Engineering / Electrical and Electronic Engineering and related fields / Power Engineering-related
Relationship with Educational Objectives : This class is equivalent to "(2) Acquire basic science and technical knowledge" and (3) Acquire deep foundation knowledge of the major subject area.
Relationship with JABEE programs : The main goals of learning / education in this class are"A" , "A-2".
Course outline : This class covers hydro, thermal, nuclear, and renewable energy sources for generating electric power, as well as the operation of the electric power system. The class also covers electric power transformation.
Style:
Course method : This class will be offered in the first or second semester. Textbooks and handouts will be used in this class. Students will be required to download and bring their own handouts. There will be occasional mini tests and reports.
Grade evaluation method : Regular exams (70%) + Mini tests and reports (25%) + Self-evaluation (5%). Students will be assessed on mini tests and reports on their work outside of class time.
Notice:
Precautions on the enrollment : Students must take this class (no more than one-third of the required number of class hours may be missed) in order to complete the 4th year course. This is a "class that requires study outside of class hours". Classes are offered for 15 hours per credit, but 30 credit hours are required in addition to this. Follow the instructions of your instructor for these extra studies.
Course advice : Read the textbook before class.
Foundational subjects : Introduction to Electricity and Magnetism (3rd year), Electromagnetism I (3rd), Electric Circuits I (3rd), Electrical Apparatus I (2nd), II (3rd).
Related subjects : Electric Power Transmission and Distribution (4th year), Electromagnetism Ⅲ (4th), Regulations on Electrical Facilities (4th), High Voltage Engineering (4th), Power Electronics (5th).
Characteristics of Class / Division in Learning
Course Plan
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Theme |
Goals |
| 1st Semester |
| 1st Quarter |
| 1st |
Guidance, global energy situation and Japan |
Be able to explain the uneven distribution of energy consumption and resources in the world. Be able to explain the characteristics of energy supply and demand in Japan in comparison to other countries.
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| 2nd |
Power supply configuration and power system operation |
Be able to explain the relationship between daily load curves and power supply configurations. Be able to explain the importance of maintaining grid frequency and voltage and how to control them.
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| 3rd |
Hydro power generation 1 (principle, equipment) |
Be able to explain the types and characteristics of hydroelectric power plants. Be able to calculate the flow rate of river water. Be able to explain the basic components of hydroelectric power generation.
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| 4th |
Hydro power generation 1 (water turbines, water wheel generator) |
Be able to describe the characteristics of a Pelton turbine. Be able to describe the characteristics of a Francis turbine. Be able to describe the characteristics of Kaplan turbines.
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| 5th |
Thermal power generation 1 (principle, equipment) |
Be able to explain the state and properties of steam. The ability to explain and calculate the characteristics and thermal efficiency of the thermal cycles. Be able to explain the roles and functions of the various facilities that make up a boiler.
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| 6th |
Thermal power generation 2 (combined cycle, operation) |
Be able to explain the structure of a gas turbine. Be able to explain the principles and characteristics of combined cycle power generation. Be able to calculate the operation pattern of thermal power generation.
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| 7th |
Transformation |
Be able to explain the types of substations. Be able to explain about the types of switchgear and their uses. Be able to explain the function of a circuit breaker.
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| 8th |
1st semester mid-term exam |
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| 2nd Quarter |
| 9th |
Return and commentary of exam answers |
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| 10th |
Nuclear power generation 1 (principle, BWR and PWR, nuclear waste) |
Be able to explain the principles of nuclear power generation and the mechanisms of BWR and PWR. Be able to explain the disposal of nuclear waste.
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| 11th |
Nuclear power generation 2 (safety management, severe accident) |
Be able to explain about the three principles of safety. Be able to explain about severe accidents at nuclear power plants with examples.
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| 12th |
Distributed power supply 1 (various types) |
Be able to explain the characteristics of various types of distributed power sources.
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| 13th |
Distributed power supply 2 (renewable energy) |
Be able to explain the key technologies for interconnecting renewable energy to the grid. Be able to explain the situation in countries that are adopting renewable energy in large quantities.
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| 14th |
Distributed power supply 3 (solar power generation) |
Be able to compare the EPT, EPR, life cycle CO2 emissions and economic efficiency of solar power generation with that of thermal power generation. Be able to calculate the conversion efficiency and FF of solar cells.
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| 15th |
(1st semester final exam) |
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| 16th |
Return and commentary of exam answers |
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Evaluation Method and Weight (%)
| Examination | Presentation | Mutual Evaluations between students | Self-evaluation | Mini tests | Other | Total |
| Subtotal | 70 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 25 | 0 | 100 |
| Basic Proficiency | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Specialized Proficiency | 70 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 25 | 0 | 95 |
| Cross Area Proficiency | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |