Active Distribution Grids

What it is about

You learn how distribution networks are traditionally planned, dimensioned, and operated and how microgrid concepts change the conventional paradigms. In the end you will be able to describe challenges in planning and operation of active distribution networks, create simple dynamic models of microgrids in MATLAB, perform load-flow analyses, and design controllers for power-electronics-based microgrids.

What you will be able to do

• Describe challenges in planning and operation of distribution networks
• Create simple dynamic models of a microgrid in MATLAB
• Perform load-flow analyses
• Design controllers for power-electronics-based microgrids

What the module consists of

• LectureConveying the fundamentals of planning, dimensioning and operation of distribution networks and an introduction to microgrid concepts
• Tutorials/ExercisesDeepening the lecture content through problems, including MATLAB exercises; participation is expected
• Group work in the laboratory (CoSES)Application in groups (3–4 students) on pre-installed computers

Teaching method

• Lectures by instructorsConveying the subject content; slides will be made available on Moodle beforehand
• BlackboardCarrying out simple calculations and explanations during the lecture
• Independent work on exercises (ideally in a team)Application and deepening of what was learned before the tutorial discussion
• Moodle forums and additional Moodle features (e.g., quizzes)Clarify questions, exchange and support understanding
• Laboratory work (CoSES) on pre-installed computersPractical implementation in group work