EE454 Electrical Power Generation
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Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Course Objectives
The course aims to provide students with: 1. Knowledge of types of power plants. 2. Understanding of economic aspects of power generation. 3. Understanding of various systems utilized for power generation.
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
Electric Power Generation, Transmission, and Distribution, Third Edition, Leonard L. Grigsby ISBN: 9781439856284
Additional Literature
Teaching Methods
Lectures
Weekly tutorials
Project and homework assignments
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sources of Electrical Power. Concept of co-generation. | Ch 1 |
| 2 | Diesel electric plants. Gas turbine plants. | Ch 1 |
| 3 | Thermal power stations. Line Diagram. Condensers. Cooling water systems. | Ch 2 |
| 4 | Hydro Power Generation. General arrangement and operation. | Ch 3 |
| 5 | Review. QUIZ1 | Ch 3 |
| 6 | Nuclear Power Station. Pros & Con. Selection of site. Safety. Fuel types. | Ch 4 |
| 7 | MIDTERM WEEK | Class notes |
| 8 | Economic aspects. Diversity factor. Load factor. Plant capacity & use factors. | Ch 5 |
| 9 | Economic aspects. Cost of generating station. Tariff. Power factor improvement. | Ch 5 |
| 10 | Substations. Types of substations. Substation equipment. QUIZ2 | Ch 6 |
| 11 | Grounding systems. Types of grounding systems. Transformers. | Ch 6 |
| 12 | Grounding systems types: Resonance. Solid. Reactance. Resistance. | Ch 6 |
| 13 | Review of economic aspects and grounding systems. | Class notes |
| 14 | Review. PROJECT SUBMISSION. QUIZ3. | Class notes |
| 15 |
Course Schedule (All Sections)
Office Hours & Room
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Assessment Components
Final Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4
Midterm exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4
Term project and presentation
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4
Quizzes
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4
HWs
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4
IUS Grading System
| Grading Scale | IUS Grading System | IUS Coeff. | Letter (B&H) | Numerical (B&H) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 - 44 | F | 0 | F | 5 |
| 45 - 54 | E | 1 | ||
| 55 - 64 | C | 2 | E | 6 |
| 65 - 69 | C+ | 2.3 | D | 7 |
| 70 -74 | B- | 2.7 | ||
| 75 - 79 | B | 3 | C | 8 |
| 80 - 84 | B+ | 3.3 | ||
| 85 - 94 | A- | 3.7 | B | 9 |
| 95 - 100 | A | 4 | A | 10 |
Late Work Policy
Information about late submission policies will be shared during class and posted in this section. Please check back for official guidelines.
ECTS Credit Calculation
📚 Student Workload
This 6 ECTS credit course corresponds to 150 hours of total student workload, distributed as follows:
Lecture hours
42 hours ⏳ (14 week × 3 h)
In-term exam study
10 hours ⏳ (1 week × 10 h)
Homeworks
10 hours ⏳ (2 week × 5 h)
Final exam study
20 hours ⏳ (1 week × 20 h)
Active tutorials
20 hours ⏳ (10 week × 2 h)
Term project/presentation
20 hours ⏳ (1 week × 20 h)
Home study
28 hours ⏳ (14 week × 2 h)
150 Total Workload Hours
6 ECTS Credits
Course Policies
Academic Integrity
All work submitted must be your own. Plagiarism, cheating, or any form of academic dishonesty will result in disciplinary action according to university policies. When in doubt about citation practices, consult the instructor.
Attendance Policy
Students are expected to adhere to the attendance requirements as outlined in the International University of Sarajevo Study Rules and Regulations. Excessive absences, whether excused or unexcused, may impact academic performance and eligibility for assessment. Mandatory sessions (e.g., labs, workshops) require attendance unless formally exempted. For detailed policies on absences, documentation, and penalties, please refer to the official university regulations.
Technology & AI Policy
Laptops/tablets may be used for note-taking only during lectures. Phones should be silenced and put away during all class sessions. Audio/video recording requires prior permission from the instructor.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Usage: The use of AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini) varies by assessment component. Please refer to the AI usage indicator next to each assessment item in the Assessment Methods and Criteria section above. Submitting AI-generated content as your own work, where AI is not explicitly allowed, constitutes an academic integrity violation.
Communication Policy
All course-related communication should occur through official university channels (institutional email or SIS). Emails should include [EE454] in the subject line.
Academic Quality Assurance Policy
Course Academic Quality Assurance is achieved through Semester Student Survey. At the end of each academic year, the institution of higher education is obliged to evaluate work of the academic staff, or the success of realization of the curricula.
Learning Tips
Be prepared to contribute thoughtfully during class discussions, labs, or collaborative work. Active participation deepens understanding and encourages critical thinking.
Complete assigned readings or prep materials before class. Take notes, highlight key ideas, and jot down questions. Aim to grasp core concepts and their applications—not just facts.
Use course frameworks or methodologies to analyze problems, case studies, or projects. Begin early to allow time for reflection and refinement. Seek feedback to improve your work.
Don’t hesitate to reach out when something is unclear. Use office hours, discussion boards, or peer networks to clarify concepts and stay on track.
Syllabus Last Updated on Mar 03, 2026 | International University of Sarajevo
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| Course Code | Course Title | Weekly Hours* | ECTS | Weekly Class Schedule | ||||||
| T | P | |||||||||
| EE454 | Electrical Power Generation | 3 | 2 | 6 | ||||||
| Prerequisite | EE321 | It is a prerequisite to | - | |||||||
| Lecturer | Office Hours / Room / Phone | Currently not available |
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| Assistant | Assistant E-mail | |||||||||
| Course Objectives | The course aims to provide students with: 1. Knowledge of types of power plants. 2. Understanding of economic aspects of power generation. 3. Understanding of various systems utilized for power generation. |
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| Textbook | Electric Power Generation, Transmission, and Distribution, Third Edition, Leonard L. Grigsby ISBN: 9781439856284 | |||||||||
| Additional Literature | ||||||||||
| Learning Outcomes | After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: | |||||||||
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| Teaching Methods | Lectures, weekly tutorials, project and homework assignments | |||||||||
| Teaching Method Delivery | Teaching Method Delivery Notes | |||||||||
| WEEK | TOPIC | REFERENCE | ||||||||
| Week 1 | Sources of Electrical Power. Concept of co-generation. | Ch 1 | ||||||||
| Week 2 | Diesel electric plants. Gas turbine plants. | Ch 1 | ||||||||
| Week 3 | Thermal power stations. Line Diagram. Condensers. Cooling water systems. | Ch 2 | ||||||||
| Week 4 | Hydro Power Generation. General arrangement and operation. | Ch 3 | ||||||||
| Week 5 | Review. QUIZ1 | Ch 3 | ||||||||
| Week 6 | Nuclear Power Station. Pros & Con. Selection of site. Safety. Fuel types. | Ch 4 | ||||||||
| Week 7 | MIDTERM WEEK | Class notes | ||||||||
| Week 8 | Economic aspects. Diversity factor. Load factor. Plant capacity & use factors. | Ch 5 | ||||||||
| Week 9 | Economic aspects. Cost of generating station. Tariff. Power factor improvement. | Ch 5 | ||||||||
| Week 10 | Substations. Types of substations. Substation equipment. QUIZ2 | Ch 6 | ||||||||
| Week 11 | Grounding systems. Types of grounding systems. Transformers. | Ch 6 | ||||||||
| Week 12 | Grounding systems types: Resonance. Solid. Reactance. Resistance. | Ch 6 | ||||||||
| Week 13 | Review of economic aspects and grounding systems. | Class notes | ||||||||
| Week 14 | Review. PROJECT SUBMISSION. QUIZ3. | Class notes | ||||||||
| Week 15 | ||||||||||
| Assessment Methods and Criteria | Evaluation Tool | Quantity | Weight | Alignment with LOs | AI Usage |
| Final Exam | 1 | 35 | 1, 2, 3, 4 | Not Allowed | |
| Semester Evaluation Components | |||||
| Midterm exam | 1 | 25 | 1, 2, 3, 4 | Not Allowed | |
| Term project and presentation | 1 | 15 | 1, 2, 3, 4 | Not Allowed | |
| Quizzes | 3 | 15 | 1, 2, 3, 4 | Not Allowed | |
| HWs | 5 | 10 | 1, 2, 3, 4 | Not Allowed | |
| *** ECTS Credit Calculation *** | |||||
| Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | |||
| Lecture hours | 3 | 14 | 42 | In-term exam study | 10 | 1 | 10 | |||
| Homeworks | 5 | 2 | 10 | Final exam study | 20 | 1 | 20 | |||
| Active tutorials | 2 | 10 | 20 | Term project/presentation | 20 | 1 | 20 | |||
| Home study | 2 | 14 | 28 | 0 | ||||||
| 0 | 0 | |||||||||
| Total Workload Hours = | 150 | |||||||||
| *T= Teaching, P= Practice | ECTS Credit = | 6 | ||||||||
| Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey | Last Update Date: 27/03/2026 | |||||||||