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UK electrical grids course
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Module 4
Module 4: Transmission System Infrastructure
1
UK Transmission Network: Structure and Voltage Levels
Describe the structure of the UK transmission network and voltage levels used (400kV, 275kV, 132kV).
2
Overhead Line Electrical Characteristics
Explain the electrical characteristics of overhead transmission lines including resistance, inductance, and capacitance.
3
Transmission Line Power Loss and High Voltage Benefits
Calculate power losses in transmission lines and explain why high voltages reduce losses.
4
Transmission Substation Functions
Explain the functions of transmission substations, including voltage transformation and power routing.
5
Substation Circuit Protection
Explain the function of circuit breakers, isolators, and switchgear in substations.
6
Passive Reactive Power Compensation: Capacitors and Reactors
Describe the purpose and operation of passive reactive power compensation devices (shunt capacitors and reactors).
STATCOMs: Purpose and Operation
Describe the purpose and operation of active reactive power compensation devices, such as STATCOMs.
8
UK Electricity Transmission: Ownership & Operation
Identify the ownership and operation structure of the UK transmission system (National Grid ESO and Transmission Owners).
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Module 5: Distribution Networks and Distributed Generation