SYLLABUS FOR TRANSMISSION AND

DISTRIBUTION OF ELECTRICAL POWER

(802481)
CATALOGUE DESCRIPTION
Electrical energy is produced or generated by conversion of primary energy sources in
electric power generators. Electrical energy is often called a final energy, as it is used by the endconsumers for different purposes. In comparison with other final energies as for example gas, oil
or coal, electrical energy is characterized by

that it is easy to measure and control

that it could be used for a variety of purposes
that it can be converted efficiently from different primary sources
it has high thermodynamic quality, i.e. it can be converted to mechanical or
thermal energy with a high efficiency
that it can be transmitted and distributed with reasonably low losses

However, electrical energy has also disadvantages. The most important disadvantage is
probably the danger of high voltages and currents for human beings. Another one is that it is
difficult to store electrical energy in an efficient way. Therefore, the production of electric
power needs to be controlled at each instant to match the consumption. Nevertheless, electrical
energy nowadays is one of the most important energy forms and constitutes the basis of the
modern society.
After a quick introduction on power generation (conventional and non conventional
methods), this course provides students with an understanding of electrical power transmission
and distribution. The course covers components of industrial utility power systems, voltage
levels, types of transmission systems and their components, different electrical distribution
systems. Laboratory exercises reinforce theory and provide students with hands on experience.

Prepared by Dr Houssem BOUCHEKARA

COURSE OBJECTIVES
To enable students to:
1. Describe conventional methods of electrical power generation.
2. Describe different parts of a power supply system.
3. Identify different parts of electrical power transmission and distribution systems
and explain their functions
4. Suggest methods for power factor improvement
5. To design a Transmission and distribution electric power system

COURSE OUTCOMES
After completing this course, students will be able to:
1. Identify the basic elements of the electric power system generation, transmission,
local distribution, and consumer load and describe the role played by each
element;
2. List common conventional and nonconventional methods for producing electrical
power and describe basic characteristics of each method;
3. Explain about different parts of a typical power system
4. Explain the use of high voltages in transmission of electrical power.
5. Categorize power lines by voltage and explain their applications
6. Explain functions of different parts of an overhead power line
7. Explain about different types of electrical power distribution systems and their
characteristics.
8. Explain about the significance of power factor and suggest methods for its
improvement

PREREQUISITES
802323: Electromagnetics - 1
802451: Electrical Power Systems

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COURSE MANAGEMENT
The course will be organized in modules according to main themes:

Module Topic
1. INTRODUCTION
1

Duration

2.

2 Weeks

3.

4.

1 Week

1. ENERGY CONSUMPTION
2. THE STRUCTURE OF THE POWER SYSTEM
3. PRODUCTION OF ELECTRICAL ENERGY
4. DELIVERY SYSTEM
5. CONSUMPTION OF ELECTRICAL ENERGY
BASICS OF ELECTRIC POWER SYSTEM THEORY
1. INTRODUCTION
2. NOMENCLATURE AND UNITS
3. SINUSOIDS
4. PHASORS
5. IMPEDANCE AND ADMITTANCE
6. CONCEPTS OF POWER IN ALTERNATING CURRENT SYSTEMS
7. PER UNIT SYSTEM
EXAM 1
ELECTRIC POWER TRANSMISSION

1.
2.
3.
4.

8 Weeks

Electric Transmission Line Parameters

Transmission Line Models
Mechanical design of T.L.
Power cables

EXAM 2
D.C. AND A.C. DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS

5 Weeks

1. D.C. distribution
2. A.C. distribution

TEXTBOOK
Electric power generation, transmission, distribution and protection by Dr Houssem
Rafik El-Hana BOUCHEKARA.
Lectures are given using PowerPoint presentations that I have prepared ahead of time.
These are intended to be a concise summary of the important ideas and skills that students have
to learn. These presentations may help students to distinguish the trees from the forest.
Copies of the textbook and lectures presentations can be obtained from Copy centers in
the university or via the university website: http://www.uqu.edu.sa/staff/ar/4300303

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REFERENCES
1. Theodore Wildi, "Electric Machines, Drives and Power systems 6th edition", Pearson,
2005.
2. Mohamed A. El-Sharkhawi, "Electric Energy: An Introduction", CRC Press, 2005
3. T. A. Short, "Electric Power Distribution Equipment and Systems", CRC press, 2006.
4. William D. Stevenson, Jr., "Elements of Power System Analysis," 4th Ed., McGrawHill, 1982.
5. P.J.Freeman, "Electrical Power Transmission and Distribution," Harrap ,London.
6. H.Cotton, "The Transmission and Distribution of Electrical Energy," The English
Universities press LTD, London.
7. J. Duncan Glover and Mulukutla S. Sarma "Power System Analysis and Design
4thedision", 2007.
8. Hadi Saadat, "Power System Analysis 2nd edition ", McGraw Hill WCB,2002.

GRADING
Attendance; 5

Homeworks; 10

Labs; 15

Finalterm; 50

Exam1; 10
Exam2; 10

INSTRUCTOR
Dr. Houssem Rafik El-Hana Nacer EDine BOUCHEKARA;
Email: bouchekara.houssem@gmail.com
Office: G196
Office hours: Monday 10h12h AM, Tuesday 13h15h AM, and by appointment.

Prepared by Dr Houssem BOUCHEKARA

Website: http://www.uqu.edu.sa/staff/ar/4300303

Prepared by Dr Houssem BOUCHEKARA