EE429 Digital Power Systems Protection
EE429 Digital Power Systems Protection
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Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Asif Šabanović
Course Lecturer
Course Objectives
The course aims to provide students with: - an introduction to fuse and over current protection - an introduction to fundamental principles of distance relaying, differential protection - the role Current and Voltage transformers in power system protection - hands-on with SIPROTEC 5 relays and digsi 5 software for digital protection in power systems
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
Horowitz and Phadke, Power system relaying. Wiley, other resources will be allocated as well Siemens: SIPROTEC 5 Manuals Siemens : DIGSI 5 Manual
Additional Literature
Siemens : DIGSI 5 ManualTeaching Methods
Class discussions with examples
Active tutorial sessions for engaged learning and continuous feedback on progress
Team assignments
Team projects that involve real data, summary, interpretation and reporting
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction | Ch 1, Ch 2 |
| 2 | Current and Voltage transformers | Ch 3 |
| 3 | Fault analysis | Class Notes |
| 4 | Overcurrent protection | Ch 4 |
| 5 | Distance protection | Ch 5, Ch 6 |
| 6 | Differential protection | Ch 8 |
| 7 | Out of step protection | Class Notes |
| 8 | Mid - Term | |
| 9 | Numerical relaying fundamentals | Class Notes |
| 10 | Numerical relaying and DSP | Class Notes |
| 11 | Project (DIGSI and SIPROTEC) | Class Notes |
| 12 | Project (DIGSI and SIPROTEC) | Class Notes |
| 13 | Project (DIGSI and SIPROTEC) | Class Notes |
| 14 | Project (DIGSI and SIPROTEC) | Class Notes |
| 15 | Revision - EXAM |
Course Schedule (All Sections)
| Section | Type | Day 1 | Venue 1 | Day 2 | Venue 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EE429.1 | Course | Monday 15:00 - 17:50 | A F1.25 | - | - |
| EE429.1 | Tutorial | Wednesday 16:00 - 17:50 | A F1.17 | - | - |
Office Hours & Room
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Assessment Components
Final Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3
Homework
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 2 3 4 5
Midterm Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3
Term Project
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 3 4 5
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)
Assignments
25 hours ⏳ (5 week × 5 h)
Home Study
28 hours ⏳ (14 week × 2 h)
Midterm exam study
15 hours ⏳ (1 week × 15 h)
Final Exam Study
15 hours ⏳ (1 week × 15 h)
Term Project
25 hours ⏳ (1 week × 25 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 [EE429] 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.
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| Course Code | Course Title | Weekly Hours* | ECTS | Weekly Class Schedule | ||||||
| T | P | |||||||||
| EE429 | Digital Power Systems Protection | 3 | 2 | 6 | ||||||
| Prerequisite | EE322 | It is a prerequisite to | - | |||||||
| Lecturer | Asif Šabanović | Office Hours / Room / Phone | Tuesday: 9:00-16:00 Wednesday: 9:00-14:00 |
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| asabanovic@ius.edu.ba | ||||||||||
| Assistant | Assistant E-mail | |||||||||
| Course Objectives | The course aims to provide students with: - an introduction to fuse and over current protection - an introduction to fundamental principles of distance relaying, differential protection - the role Current and Voltage transformers in power system protection - hands-on with SIPROTEC 5 relays and digsi 5 software for digital protection in power systems |
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| Textbook | Horowitz and Phadke, Power system relaying. Wiley, other resources will be allocated as well Siemens: SIPROTEC 5 Manuals Siemens : DIGSI 5 Manual | |||||||||
| Additional Literature |
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| Learning Outcomes | After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: | |||||||||
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| Teaching Methods | Class discussions with examples. Active tutorial sessions for engaged learning and continuous feedback on progress. Team assignments. Team projects that involve real data, summary, interpretation and reporting. | |||||||||
| Teaching Method Delivery | Face-to-face | Teaching Method Delivery Notes | ||||||||
| WEEK | TOPIC | REFERENCE | ||||||||
| Week 1 | Introduction | Ch 1, Ch 2 | ||||||||
| Week 2 | Current and Voltage transformers | Ch 3 | ||||||||
| Week 3 | Fault analysis | Class Notes | ||||||||
| Week 4 | Overcurrent protection | Ch 4 | ||||||||
| Week 5 | Distance protection | Ch 5, Ch 6 | ||||||||
| Week 6 | Differential protection | Ch 8 | ||||||||
| Week 7 | Out of step protection | Class Notes | ||||||||
| Week 8 | Mid - Term | |||||||||
| Week 9 | Numerical relaying fundamentals | Class Notes | ||||||||
| Week 10 | Numerical relaying and DSP | Class Notes | ||||||||
| Week 11 | Project (DIGSI and SIPROTEC) | Class Notes | ||||||||
| Week 12 | Project (DIGSI and SIPROTEC) | Class Notes | ||||||||
| Week 13 | Project (DIGSI and SIPROTEC) | Class Notes | ||||||||
| Week 14 | Project (DIGSI and SIPROTEC) | Class Notes | ||||||||
| Week 15 | Revision - EXAM | |||||||||
| Assessment Methods and Criteria | Evaluation Tool | Quantity | Weight | Alignment with LOs | AI Usage |
| Final Exam | 1 | 25 | 1,2,3 | Not Allowed | |
| Semester Evaluation Components | |||||
| Homework | 5 | 25 | 2,3,4,5 | Not Allowed | |
| Midterm Exam | 1 | 25 | 1,2,3 | Not Allowed | |
| Term Project | 1 | 25 | 3,4,5 | Not Allowed | |
| *** ECTS Credit Calculation *** | |||||
| Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | |||
| Lecture Hours | 3 | 14 | 42 | Assignments | 5 | 5 | 25 | |||
| Home Study | 2 | 14 | 28 | Midterm exam study | 15 | 1 | 15 | |||
| Final Exam Study | 15 | 1 | 15 | Term Project | 25 | 1 | 25 | |||
| Total Workload Hours = | 150 | |||||||||
| *T= Teaching, P= Practice | ECTS Credit = | 6 | ||||||||
| Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey | Last Update Date: 23/10/2025 | |||||||||