Mechanical Aspects of Electric Power Apparatus
Electric Power Engineering - EPOW-6870

Description
General theory of kinematics and dynamics of machines and structures with emphasis on power generating and distributing equipment. Special topics include basic concepts of vibration phenomena in mechanical systems, dynamic behavior of turbine-generator sets, self-excited vibrations in mechanical systems, earthquakes, circuit breaker linkages, short circuit forces on windings and bus structures.

Prerequisites
BS in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or permission of instructor.

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Format
14 weeks
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Computing
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Who Should Enroll
This course may be used in your Plan of Study as follows:

Degree Programs
CSCI - elective with advisor pre-approval
CSYS - elective with advisor pre-approval
ELEC - elective with advisor pre-approval
EPOW - required
HCIN – n/a
ITEC - n/a
MBA - elective
MGMT-MS - elective with advisor pre-approval
MGTE - elective with advisor pre-approval
TCOM - n/a

This course is also open to non-matriculated students who meet the prerequisites and is required for the Certificate in Electric Power Engineering.

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