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MODULE TITLE	Smart Grids and Sustainable Energy Systems	CREDIT VALUE	15
MODULE CODE	ENGM031	MODULE CONVENER	Prof Zhongdong Wang (Coordinator)

DURATION: TERM	1	2	3
DURATION: WEEKS	0	6	0

Number of Students Taking Module (anticipated)	10

DESCRIPTION - summary of the module content

Progress towards Net-Zero is bringing a revolutionary change in fossil fuel-based power systems and forcing the transition to a low carbon Smart Grid. The main concepts in smart grids and sustainable energy systems will be discussed with a focus on the integration of low-carbon technologies such as intermittent renewables, electric vehicles, heat pumps, HVDC, storage and demand control. This module assesses their impact on network planning, economic design and operation, security, reliability and system resilience. Emphasis will be on the integration of low carbon technologies into distribution networks and the applicability of advanced network management strategies to optimise the Net-Zero and societal benefits.

AIMS - intentions of the module

This module aims to help you understand the key Smart Grid concepts with a focus on the integration of renewable energy resources, demand management and other low-carbon technologies into the power network.

INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES (ILOs) (see assessment section below for how ILOs will be assessed)

On successful completion of this module you should be able to:

Module Specific Skills and Knowledge:

1. Understand the concepts of a Smart Grid and critically evaluate the associated advantages and challenges

2. Describe the technical, economic and societal issues related to the planning and operation of a power network reliant on intermittent renewables and other low carbon technologies

3. Evaluate the applicability of different smart grid solutions under a variety of low carbon energy scenarios

4. Understand the state-of-the-art technologies used in automation of the power network and to increase the customer engagement in the operation and control of the network

Discipline Specific Skills and Knowledge:

5. Evaluate the opportunities and challenges associated with the digitalisation of engineering systems

6. Application of industry 4.0 technologies within engineering systems

Personal and Key Transferable/ Employment Skills and Knowledge:

7. Oral and written communication skills

8. Effective use of learning resources

SYLLABUS PLAN - summary of the structure and academic content of the module

Whilst the module’s precise content may vary from year to year, an example of an overall structure is as follows:

Introduction to Smart Grids
Renewable energy resources
Low carbon technologies
Smart Grid solutions:

1. Capacity enhancement and constraint alleviation

2. Short-term and long-term energy storage

3. Design and operation of islanded and network connected micro-grids

Active customer engagement, demand management and Prosumers

LEARNING AND TEACHING

LEARNING ACTIVITIES AND TEACHING METHODS (given in hours of study time)

Scheduled Learning & Teaching Activities	42.00	Guided Independent Study	108.00	Placement / Study Abroad	0.00

DETAILS OF LEARNING ACTIVITIES AND TEACHING METHODS

Category	Hours of study time	Description
Scheduled learning and teaching activities	24	Lectures
Scheduled learning and teaching activities	18	Tutorials
Guided independent study	108	Lecture and assessment preparation and associated reading

ASSESSMENT

FORMATIVE ASSESSMENT - for feedback and development purposes; does not count towards module grade

Form of Assessment	Size of Assessment (e.g. duration/length)	ILOs Assessed	Feedback Method
Quizzes	Two quizzes each which typically require one hour	1-8	Oral

SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT (% of credit)

Coursework	100	Written Exams	0	Practical Exams	0

DETAILS OF SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT

Form of Assessment	% of Credit	Size of Assessment (e.g. duration/length)	ILOs Assessed	Feedback Method
Coursework report	50	3000 words	1-8	Written
Quiz	25	1-2 hours	1-6, 8	Written
Presentation	25	20-25 slides	1-6, 8	Written

DETAILS OF RE-ASSESSMENT (where required by referral or deferral)

Original Form of Assessment	Form of Re-assessment	ILOs Re-assessed	Time Scale for Re-assessment
Coursework report (50%)	Coursework report (3000 words)	1-8	Referral/Deferral period
Quiz (25%	Quiz (1-2 hours)	1-6, 8	Referral/Deferral period
Presentation (25%)	Presentation (20-25 slides)	1-6, 8	Referral/Deferral period

RE-ASSESSMENT NOTES

Reassessment will be by coursework and/or written exam in the failed or deferred element only. For referred candidates, the module mark will be capped at 50%. For deferred candidates, the module mark will be uncapped.

RESOURCES

INDICATIVE LEARNING RESOURCES - The following list is offered as an indication of the type & level of
information that you are expected to consult. Further guidance will be provided by the Module Convener

Web-based and electronic resources:

ELE – https://vle.exeter.ac.uk/

Reading list for this module:

Type	Author	Title	Year	Search
Set	Bollen, M.H.J.	The Smart Grid: Adapting the Power System to New Challenges	2011	[Library]
Set	Salman, S.K.	Introduction to the Smart Grid - Concepts, Technologies and Evolution	2017	[Library]
Set	Gellings, C.W.	Smart Grid Planning and Implementation	2015	[Library]

CREDIT VALUE	15	ECTS VALUE	7.5

PRE-REQUISITE MODULES	None
CO-REQUISITE MODULES	None

NQF LEVEL (FHEQ)	7	AVAILABLE AS DISTANCE LEARNING	No
ORIGIN DATE	Friday 17 December 2021	LAST REVISION DATE	Friday 02 June 2023

KEY WORDS SEARCH	Smart Grid, Low Carbon Technologies, Renewable Energy, Economic Despatch, Optimal Power Flow

ENGM031 - Smart Grids and Sustainable Energy Systems (2023)