Electric Distribution Systems

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Credits: 4 Typically Offered: SPRING In this course, students will be introduced to the basic components and operations of electric utility distribution substations and circuit feeders. Their functions, typical design parameters and the coordination of their protective devices are presented to form a complete picture of the working systems they comprise. Topics include transformers, bus configurations, regulators, capacitors, circuit breakers, reclosers, relays, fusing, arresters, reliability, power quality and the economics.