Print View: ELEC7420 - Sem 2 2008 - St Lucia

1. General Course Information

1.1 Course Details

Course Code: ELEC7420 Course Title: Modern Asset Management and Condition Monitoring in Power System
Coordinating Unit: School of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering
Semester: Semester 2, 2008 Mode: Internal
Level: Postgraduate Coursework
Location: St Lucia
Number of Units: 2 Contact Hours Per Week: 3L1T1P
Recommended Pre-Requisites: ELEC2003 and ELEC3300
Incompatible: ELEC4320

Course Description: Probability and reliability theories to optimize maintenance process and modern asset management techniques. Cause of failure and asset management strategies for transformer, underground cable, switch gear, and transmission/distribution network.

Assumed Background:

It is assumed that the students have a background in basic probability theory and power system fundamentals

1.2 Course Introduction

This course covers asset management strategies in modern power system components e.g. transformers, cables, switch gear, and other transmission and distribution network equipments. This course at first provides a broad fundamental knowledge on probability theory and reliability that is required to optimize maintenance processes in the power industry. The course will also cover some basic high voltage engineering principles and dielectric/insulation theory relating to the failure of dielectrics and polarisation phenomena. Modern condition monitoring measurement methods will also be reviewed such as Polarisation/Depolarisation Current (PDC) measurements, Frequency Domain Spectroscopy (FDS) and Partial Discharge (PD) measurements. The course describes the purpose and uses of major power system assets, their construction details, the general ways that they fail, probabilistic considerations of their failure rate and how their conditions can be assessed using modern techniques.

ELEC7420 is incompatible with: ELEC4320, ELEC4000 (2nd semester 2007) and ELEC7300 (2nd semester 2007)

1.3 Course Staff

Course Coordinator: Dr Andrew Thomas
Phone: 33653573 Email: a.thomas3@uq.edu.au
Campus: St Lucia Building: Axon Building (Map) Room: 403
Consultation: By appointment

1.4 Timetable

Timetables are available on mySI-net.

Additional Timetable Information

Lectures: Monday 12-1pm ; 68-420 - Tuesday 2-4pm ; 84A-304

2. Aims, Objectives & Graduate Attributes

2.1 Course Aims

To expose students to the area of asset management in industries, with a special reference to, power industries
To train students about various condition monitoring and diagnostic techniques of power system equipments.
To familiarise students about the impact of these condition monitoring techniques in deregulated environments
To familiarise students with the purpose and operations of major power system equipment

2.2 Learning Objectives

After successfully completing this course you should be able to:

1  Be conversant with philosophy of maintainace strategies followed in the electrical utilities
2  Understand the construction, uses and failure mechanisms of important station equipment e.g. Transformer, Cable, Switchgear etc.
3  Be competent to apply the concepts of statistics and reliability in power system operation
4  Be competent with major issues in asset management in Austrailian distribution and transmission companies
5  Be skilled to optimize the maintenance process in power industries
6  Be able to evaluate the financial impact of catastrophic failure and adoption of various asset management methods
7  Be able to understand a specific topic on the subject and able to communicate to fellow colleagues

2.3. Graduate Attributes

Successfully completing this course will contribute to the recognition of your attainment of the following UQ (Postgrad Coursework) graduate attributes:

GRADUATE ATTRIBUTE	LEARNING OBJECTIVES
*A. IN-DEPTH KNOWLEDGE OF THE FIELD OF STUDY*
A2. A broad understanding of the field of study, including how other disciplines relate to the field of study.	1, 3, 4, 5, 6
A3. A comprehensive and in-depth knowledge in the field of study.	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7
A5. An international perspective on the field of study.
A7. An appreciation of the link between theory and practice.	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
*B. EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION*
B1. The ability to collect, analyse and organise information and ideas and to convey those ideas clearly and fluently, in both written and spoken forms.	7
B2. The ability to interact effectively with others in order to work towards a common outcome.	7
B3. The ability to select and use the appropriate level, style and means of communication.	7
B4. The ability to engage effectively and appropriately with information and communication technologies.
B5. The ability to practise as part of an interdisciplinary team.
*C. INDEPENDENCE AND CREATIVITY*
C2. The ability to work and learn independently and effectively.
C3. The ability to generate ideas and adapt innovatively to changing environments.	1, 2, 3
C5. The ability to formulate and investigate problems, create solutions, innovate and improve current practices.	1, 2
C6. The abilities and skills that provide a foundation for future leadership roles.
*D. CRITICAL JUDGEMENT*
D2. The ability to apply critical reasoning to issues through independent thought and informed judgement.
D4. The ability to process material and to critically analyse and integrate information from a wide range of sources.	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7
D5. The ability to evaluate opinions, make decisions and to reflect critically on the justifications for decisions using an evidence-based approach.	6
*E. ETHICAL AND SOCIAL UNDERSTANDING*
E1. An understanding of social and civic responsibility.	1, 2, 6
E3. An appreciation of the philosophical and social contexts of a discipline.	3
E4. A knowledge and respect of ethics and ethical standards in relation to a major area of study.
E5. A knowledge of other cultures and times and an appreciation of cultural diversity.
E7. The ability to work effectively and sensitively across all areas of society.
E8. An understanding of and respect for the roles and expertise of associated disciplines.

3. Learning Resources

3.1 Required Resources

IEEE guide for diagnostic field testing of electric power apparatus- part 1: oil filled power transformers, regulators, and reactors - 62-1995 - Obtain from IEEE Xplore

IEEE Guide for field testing and evaluation of the insulation of shielded power cable systems- 400-2001 - Obtain from IEEE Xplore

Lecture notes summary will be provided in the course web.

3.2 Recommended Resources

Condition Assessment of High Voltage Insulation In Power System Equipment by R.E. James and Q.Su, The Institution of Engineering and Technology

Lecture notes + relevant journal papers

3.3 University Learning Resources

Access to required and recommended resources, plus past central exam papers, is available at the UQ Library website (http://library.uq.edu.au/search/r?SEARCH=ELEC7420).

The University offers a range of resources and services to support student learning. Details are available on the myServices website (https://student.my.uq.edu.au/).

3.4 School of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering Learning Resources

Students enrolled at St Lucia who wish to retain a hard copy of this profile can use the free print quota provided each semester to students enrolled in courses in the School of Information Technology & Electrical Engineering. For information on how to use this print quota, see the School Policy on Student Photocopying and Printing (St Lucia) (http://www.itee.uq.edu.au/about_ITEE/policies/copy-print.html). Students enrolled at the Ipswich campus will either be provided with a hard copy or given directions in class on how to obtain a free copy.

ITEE course websites can be found at http://www.itee.uq.edu.au/~COURSECODE. Many ITEE courses also have Usenet newsgroups, named uq.itee.COURSECODE. Instructions for accessing newsgroups are available at http://studenthelp.itee.uq.edu.au/faq/1stYearFAQ.html#accessnews.

3.5 Other Learning Resources & Information

Any handouts including the tutorial sheets will be available in the course home-page (http://www.itee.uq.edu.au/~elec4320) or directly from the lecturer. It is students’ responsibility to copy/print these documents available for their use.

4. Teaching & Learning Activities

4.1 Learning Activities

Date	Activity	Learning Objectives
21 Jul 08 - 25 Jul 08	Introduction to asset management probability (Lecture): Introduction to the course, asset management and probability theory Readings/Ref: course web ; class note	3, 7
28 Jul 08 - 1 Aug 08	Introduction to asset management strategies (Lecture): Common asset management strategies and associated probabilistic concepts Readings/Ref: class note	1, 3, 5, 6
4 Aug 08 - 8 Aug 08	Introduction to the behaviour of HV insulation (Lecture): Use of high voltage insulation, its relationship with the electric field and thermal considerations with regards to failure Readings/Ref: course web ; James	2
11 Aug 08 - 15 Aug 08	Power system equipment and condition monitoring (Lecture): Power transformers, their construction, insulation system, modes of failure and condition monitoring methods Readings/Ref: course web ; class note ; James	2, 4, 6
18 Aug 08 - 22 Aug 08	Power system equipment and condition monitoring (Lecture): Power transformers, underground cables and partial discharge fundamentals Readings/Ref: class note ; James	2, 4
25 Aug 08 - 29 Aug 08	Power system equipment and condition monitoring (Lecture): Underground cables, both XLPE and oil-paper insulated. Construction, failure modes (including water tree degradation) and condition monitoring techniques (including partial discharges) Readings/Ref: course web ; class note ; James	2, 4, 6
1 Sep 08 - 5 Sep 08	Power system equipment and condition monitoring (Lecture): High voltage capacitors, their purpose and uses, methods of control, construction, failure modes and condition monitoring Readings/Ref: course web ; class note ; James	2, 4
8 Sep 08 - 12 Sep 08	Power system equipment and condition monitoring (Lecture): Surge arrestors, their purpose and use, construction, how they work, failure modes and condition monitoring methods Readings/Ref: course web ; class note ; James	2, 4, 6
15 Sep 08 - 19 Sep 08	Power system equipment and condition monitoring (Lecture): Current and voltage transformers, their use and purpose, construction, failure modes and condition monitoring methods Readings/Ref: course web ; class note	2, 4, 6
29 Sep 08 - 3 Oct 08	Power system equipment and condition monitoring (Lecture): Circuit breakers, their use and purpose, construction and operation, failure modes and methods of condition monitoring Readings/Ref: course web ; class note ; James	2, 4, 6
6 Oct 08 - 10 Oct 08	Industrial practice in asset management (Lecture): Guest lectures by working power engineers on current practice with regards to asset management in the Queensland power industries Readings/Ref: course web ; class note	1, 2, 4, 5, 6
13 Oct 08 - 17 Oct 08	Industrial practice in asset management (Seminar): Guest lectures by working power engineers on current practice with regards to asset management in the Queensland power industries Readings/Ref: course web ; class note (some journals paper and IEEE standards)	1, 2, 4, 5, 6
20 Oct 08 - 24 Oct 08	Review of the course and exam (Review): Readings/Ref: course web ; class note ; James	4, 7

4.2 Other Teaching and Learning Activities Information

The learning modes will include review of study notes, text and assesment through assignment submissions and class tests. Participation in blackboard discussions and communication with other students will also be a part of teaching and learning mode.

5. Assessment

5.1 Assessment Summary

This is a summary of the assessment in the course. For detailed information on each assessment, see 5.5 Assessment Detail below.

Assessment Task	Due Date	Weighting	Learning Objectives
Tutorial Exercise Tutorial problems submission	21 Jul 08 - 22 Oct 08	10%	2, 3, 4, 5, 6
Assignments Power system equipment assignment	6 Oct 08 - 24 Oct 08	25%	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7
Seminar Seminar on power system equipment assignment	13 Oct 08 - 24 Oct 08	10%	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7
Exam - during Exam Period (School) Final exam	Examination Period	55%	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6

5.2 Course Grading

Grade 1, Fail: Fails to demonstrate most or all of the basic requirements of the course: Serious deficiencies in quality of performance in relation to learning objectives; overall grade: <20%

Grade 2, Fail: Demonstrates clear deficiencies in understanding and applying fundamental concepts; communicates information or ideas in ways that are frequently incomplete or confusing and give little attention to the conventions of the discipline: Clear deficiencies in performance, but evidence that some basic requirements have been met; Overall grade >=20% but <45%

Grade 3, Fail: Demonstrates superficial or partial or faulty understanding of the fundamental concepts of the field of study and limited ability to apply these concepts; presents undeveloped or inappropriate or unsupported arguments; communicates information or ideas with lack of clarity and inconsistent adherence to the conventions of the discipline: As evidenced by failing to successfully complete basic assessment tasks and so receive a final percentage grade of >=45% but <50%.

Grade 4, Pass: Demonstrates adequate understanding and application of the fundamental concepts of the field of study; develops routine arguments or decisions and provides acceptable justification; communicates information and ideas adequately in terms of the conventions of the discipline: To successfully pass the subject (GP 4), the student should have a sound knowledge about the condition monitoring / Asset management techniques used in the Australian and world wide power industry. They should be able to conevy their understandings on specific aspects to fellow students.

To successfully pass the course (GP 4), the student should have knowledge of the fundamental concepts of power systems reliability & planning. Overall grade: >=50% but <65%

Grade 5, Credit: Demonstrates substantial understanding of fundamental concepts of the field of study and ability to apply these concepts in a variety of contexts; develops or adapts convincing arguments and provides coherent justification; communicates information and ideas clearly and fluently in terms of the conventions of the discipline: To obtain a credit (GP 5), in addition to criteria for a GP of 4, the student should understand the optimization techniques required to economize on the maintanace and overall costs of operation and management of power devices, such as, power transformer, power cable, switchgear and distribution network.

Overall Grade: >=65% but <75%

Grade 6, Distinction: As for 5, with frequent evidence of originality in defining and analysing issues or problems and in creating solutions; uses a level, style and means of communication appropriate to the discipline and the audience: To obtain a distinction (GP 6), in addition to criteria for a GP of 5, the student shoud demonstrate a deeper understanding of the reliability centered asset managment in power industry .

Overall grade: >=75% but < 85%

Grade 7, High Distinction: As for 6, with consistent evidence of substantial originality and insight in identifying, generating and communicating competing arguments, perspectives or problem solving approaches; critically evaluates problems, their solutions and implications: To obtain a high distinction (GP 7), in addition to criteria for a GP of 6, the student should demonstrate the ability of original thinking and/or cross migration of ideas from other areas of knowledge by solving application oriented problems of asset management.

Overall grade: >=85%

5.3 Late Submission

No extensions will be granted except in exceptional personal circumstances (documented medical reason or family emergency). Personal hardware or computer failures are not grounds for extension.

5.5 Assessment Detail

Tutorial problems submission

Type: Tutorial Exercise
Learning Objectives Assessed: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
Due Date:
21 Jul 08 - 22 Oct 08
Weight: 10%
Task Description: Some specific problems will be asked to submit at least from three tutorials.

Power system equipment assignment

Type: Assignments
Learning Objectives Assessed: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7
Due Date:
6 Oct 08 - 24 Oct 08
Weight: 25%
Task Description:

Students will write a comprehensive report on a selected major power systems asset. This report will include details far beyond those covered in the lecture notes and will require information about the use and purpose of the asset, failure/reliability statistcs, prominent failure mechanisms, diagnostic tests available to assess the condition of the asset and recommendations about how such an asset should be managed.

Seminar on power system equipment assignment

Type: Seminar
Learning Objectives Assessed: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7
Due Date:
13 Oct 08 - 24 Oct 08
Weight: 10%
Task Description: Students will present a short seminar detailing the major findings of their report assignment

Final exam

Type: Exam - during Exam Period (School)
Learning Objectives Assessed: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
Due Date:
Examination Period
Weight: 55%
Perusal: 10 minutes
Duration: 90 minutes
Format: Short answer, Problem solving
Task Description: Final exam will be conducted on the total course covered

6. Policies & Guidelines

This section contains the details of and links to the most relevant policies and course guidelines. For further details on University Policies please visit myAdvisor and the University Handbook of Policies and Procedures.

6.1 Assessment Related Policies and Guidelines

University Policies & Guidelines

An overview of the University’s assessment-related policies can be found on myAdvisor (http://www.uq.edu.au/myadvisor/index.html?page=2910).

Academic Integrity
It is the University's task to encourage ethical scholarship and to inform students and staff about the institutional standards of academic behaviour expected of them in learning, teaching and research. Students have a responsibility to maintain the highest standards of academic integrity in their work. Students must not cheat in examinations or other forms of assessment and must ensure they do not plagiarise.

Plagiarism
The University has adopted the following definition of plagiarism:

Plagiarism is the act of misrepresenting as one's own original work the ideas, interpretations, words or creative works of another. These include published and unpublished documents, designs, music, sounds, images, photographs, computer codes and ideas gained through working in a group. These ideas, interpretations, words or works may be found in print and/or electronic media.

Students are encouraged to read the UQ Academic Integrity and Plagiarism policy (http://www.uq.edu.au/hupp/index.html?page=25128) which makes a comprehensive statement about the University's approach to plagiarism, including the approved use of plagiarism detection software, the consequences of plagiarism and the principles associated with preventing plagiarism.

Feedback on Assessment
Feedback is essential to effective learning and students can expect to receive appropriate and timely feedback on all assessment. For a detailed explanation of the feedback you are entitled to, you should consult the policy on Student Access to Feedback on Assessment. (http://www.uq.edu.au/hupp/index.html?page=25109)

As a student you have a responsibility to incorporate feedback into your learning; make use of the assessment criteria that you are given; be aware of the rules, policies and other documents related to assessment; and provide teachers with feedback on their assessment practices.

There are certain steps you can take if you feel your result does not reflect your performance. Please refer to the myAdvisor web site. (http://www.uq.edu.au/myadvisor/index.html?page=2953)

School of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering Assessment Guidelines

Misconduct

Further to the statement on academic integrity and plagiarism above, students are required to read and understand the ITEE policy on Student Misconduct (http://www.itee.uq.edu.au/about_ITEE/policies/student-misconduct.html).

Late Arrival or Non-attendance at Examinations

The policy and procedure for late arrival or non-attendance at centrally controlled examinations is set out in the University's Examinations policy (HUPP 3.30.5), sections 8 and 10.2.

The way in which late arrival at a School-controlled examination is dealt with will be at the discretion of the course coordinator, who may be guided by the policy for centrally controlled exams.

In the case that a student requests a special exam for a School-controlled exam, the request will be considered and, if allowed, the timing shall be determined by the course coordinator, in consultation with the School's Chief Examiner where necessary, and in accordance with HUPP 3.30.5. Unless otherwise indicated in the Course Profile, applications must be made in writing to the Head of School no later than one week after the exam. Late applications will not be accepted.

Examination Feedback

In addition to the advice above, students wishing to view examination answer scripts and/or question papers should consult with the School office (Room 217, General Purpose South Building [78], St Lucia; Room 218, Building 1, Ipswich) regarding arrangements. The ITEE policy on exam script viewing is available at http://study.itee.uq.edu.au/current_students/exam_script_viewing.html.

Supplementary Assessment

If you fail this course you may be eligible for supplementary assessment - see the general award rules and/or your program rules for details. You should note that even though you may be eligible for supplementary assessment under these rules, in some circumstances there may be no practical assessment that can be offered to allow you to meet the minimum passing requirements. These circumstances may include failure based on:

group or team based assessment;
attendance or class participation requirements;
laboratory-based assessment, where laboratories can't practically be made available after classes have finished;
project or thesis-based assessment, where a significant period of time would be required to undertake supplementary assessment;
progressive assessment, where subsequent assessment items build on earlier assessment items; or
multiple assessment items, where it is impractical to offer multiple supplementary assessment items.

If the course coordinator determines that there is no practical supplementary assessment that can be offered to allow you to improve your grade, then you will not be offered supplementary assessment and your grade will remain unchanged.

6.2 Other Policies and Guidelines

University Policies and Guidelines

Placement Courses
Students on a placement course – also known as a work placement, internship, industry study, industry experience, clinical practice, clinical placement, practical work, practicum, fieldwork, teaching practice – should refer to the University policy, Placement Courses (http://www.uq.edu.au/hupp/index.html?page=25120) for detailed information.

Working with Children
Students whose studies include a professional/work placement, internship, clinical practice, teaching practice or other similar activity which involves them in regular contact with children should refer to the University policy, Working with Children Check - "blue card" (http://www.uq.edu.au/hupp/index.html?page=25004) to find out how to apply for a ‘blue card’.

Students with a Disability
Any student with a disability who may require alternative academic arrangements, including assessment, in the course/program is encouraged to seek advice at the commencement of the semester from a Disability Adviser at Student Support Services. Refer to the University policy, Students with a Disability (Disability Action Plan) (http://www.uq.edu.au/hupp/index.html?page=25122) and to the policy on Special Arrangements for Examinations for Students with a Disability (http://www.uq.edu.au/hupp/index.html?page=25111

Where an adjustment is made to an accredited program, it is the responsibility of the relevant Faculty to liaise with professional and registration bodies regarding the acceptability of the change/s.

Occupational Health and Safety
Undergraduate Students (http://www.uq.edu.au/hupp/index.html?page=25055) and Postgraduate Students (http://www.uq.edu.au/hupp/index.html?page=25057) should be familiar with the University policies on occupational health and safety in the laboratory.

Other School of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering Guidelines

Ethical Clearance

If your course involves assignment or project work involving human subjects or human-related materials, you must investigate the need for ethical clearance and obtain it when required. Information on ethical clearance can be found at http://www.uq.edu.au/research/orps/index.html?page=5064&pid=5256.

Learning Summary

Below is a table showing the relationship between the learning objectives for this course and the broader graduate attributes developed, the learning activities used to develop each objective and the assessment task used to assess each objective.

Learning Objectives