247-0102-00L  Electric Power Grid Systems

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Abstract	This module provides an overview over the technical operation and management of power grid systems.
Learning objective	Participants will gain an understanding of the operation and management of power grid systems, including challenges and opportunities for future developments.
Content	For decades, electric power grid systems remained essentially unchanged. Now, they are undergoing significant changes driven by technology. Despite or maybe even because of these changes it is important to understand the fundamental setup and workings of the electric power grid. Participants will learn about the technical operation and management of traditional power grid systems. The fundamental equipment and mechanisms responsible for transforming and transporting electricity to end users and the concept of AC power will be explained. Typical grid connections and management and the underlying physical principles will be discussed. The opportunities for and barriers to future grid technology and systems from both an operator’s and end user’s perspective will be explored, potentially including distributed generation, microgrids/islanding, demand response, virtual power plants, etc.
Prerequisites / Notice	MAS AT participants must have successfully completed CAS 1 and 2 in order to enrol. Non-MAS applicants must satisfy the following requirements: - Demonstrated managerial experience working with technology companies or industries - Good knowledge of English - ETH recognized Master’s degree* CAS ATE applications will be reviewed by the Admission Committee of the Certificate Programme. The final decision is communicated in writing. * For non-MAS applicants, preference may be given to applicants with technical degrees or demonstrated practical knowledge in a relevant field for the purpose of maintaining a higher level of technical discussion.
Competencies	Subject-specific Competencies Concepts and Theories assessed Techniques and Technologies assessed Method-specific Competencies Analytical Competencies assessed Decision-making fostered Media and Digital Technologies fostered Problem-solving fostered Project Management fostered Social Competencies Communication fostered Cooperation and Teamwork fostered Customer Orientation fostered Leadership and Responsibility fostered Self-presentation and Social Influence fostered Sensitivity to Diversity fostered Negotiation fostered Personal Competencies Adaptability and Flexibility fostered Creative Thinking fostered Critical Thinking fostered Integrity and Work Ethics fostered Self-awareness and Self-reflection fostered Self-direction and Self-management fostered

Performance assessment

Performance assessment information (valid until the course unit is held again)
Performance assessment as a semester course
ECTS credits	3 credits
Examiners	C. Franck, G. Hug
Type	graded semester performance
Language of examination	English
Repetition	Repetition possible without re-enrolling for the course unit.
Additional information on mode of examination	The exam will be an online exam, taken at ETH on an ETH computer.
Digital exam	The exam takes place on devices provided by ETH Zurich.

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Programme	Section	Type
CAS in Applied Technology in Energy	Module	O
MAS in Applied Technology	Major in Applied Technology in Energy	W