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IELEG2118

Power System Analysis

Credits 7.5
Level Intermediate course, level II
Course start Autumn 2025
Duration 1 semester
Language of instruction Norwegian
Location Gjøvik
Examination arrangement Aggregate score

About

About the course

Course content

Introduction to the basic characteristics and components of electric power networks. Analysis of electric power grids under stationary conditions.

This includes:

  • Three phase system and per phase representation
  • Transmission and distribution networks with associated switching systems, transformer stations, lines/cables and other components
  • Symmetrical and asymmetrical grids
  • Voltage drop, loss and compensation in point to point transfer
  • Inductance and capacitance of cables
  • Modelling of transmission lines
  • Load and short circuit calculations
  • Power transformer characteristics and equivalent diagram
  • Per unit description
  • Load flow calculations
  • Developments in future electrical energy systems

Learning outcome

Knowledge

After completing the course, students should:

  • have basic knowledge of electric power networks
  • know the basic characteristics and structure of power systems
  • understand the main physical and technical characteristics of the power grid
  • know the most basic methods for performing power transmission calculations

Skills

Students should be able to:

  • obtain basic skills in power grid operation
  • perform short circuit and load calculations
  • apply per unit models and admittance matrices
  • perform load flow calculations General competence
  • use analytical methods
  • work independently and in groups

Learning methods and activities

Lectures and exercises. Project assignments based on group work (A/F). Exercises and the project assignment must be submitted for admission to the final exam. Mandatory work requirements are announced at the start of the course.

Compulsory assignments

  • Exercise

Further on evaluation

Part assessment is the basis for the grade in the course. The parts includes a written exam (60%) and project work (40%). The results for the parts are given in A-F grades, which are later merged to a final grade. Both the written exam and project must be passed to receive a grade in the course. If you fail one of the parts, this must be re-taken to pass the course.

Mandatory exercises must be approved to be able to get access to the exam.

Re-sit exam is offered for the written school exam. It will be held in May/June. If there is a re-sit examination, the examination form may change from written to oral. The project must be re-taken the next time the course is given.

Specific conditions

Admission to a programme of study is required:
Electrical Engineering (BIELEKTRO)
Renewable Energy - Engineering (BIFOREN)

Course materials

Distributed material and lecture presentations.

Credit reductions

Course code Reduction From
IELEA2118 7.5 sp Autumn 2019
IELET2118 7.5 sp Autumn 2019
TET4105 7.5 sp Autumn 2022
This course has academic overlap with the courses in the table above. If you take overlapping courses, you will receive a credit reduction in the course where you have the lowest grade. If the grades are the same, the reduction will be applied to the course completed most recently.

Subject areas

  • Electrical Power Engineering

Contact information

Course coordinator

Lecturers

Department with academic responsibility

Department of Electric Energy

Examination

Examination

Examination arrangement: Aggregate score
Grade: Letter grades

Ordinary examination - Autumn 2025

School exam
Weighting 60/100 Examination aids Code H Date 2025-11-25 Time 09:00 Duration 4 hours Exam system Inspera Assessment
Place and room for school exam

The specified room can be changed and the final location will be ready no later than 3 days before the exam. You can find your room location on Studentweb.

Smaragd
Room S411
18 candidates
Project
Weighting 40/100 Date Submission 2025-11-17

Re-sit examination - Spring 2026

School exam
Weighting 60/100 Examination aids Code H Duration 4 hours Exam system Inspera Assessment Place and room Not specified yet.