Course detail

Information and Control Systems in Power Engineering

FEKT-NIRSAcad. year: 2017/2018

The course deals with the use of information and communication technologies (ICT) in the energy sector. Emphasis is placed on basic concepts of information systems, communications equipment, data transmission networks, secure communication, encryption methods. They will learn the elements of modern computer networks, the most common network services, industrial networks and industrial interfaces. For more information about the content of the IS architecture client-server, database systems, control systems in nuclear power plant, where students learn a general overview of the systems and their interconnection, deployment and use of control systems. Are discussed further technology SCADA systems, data visualization methods, types and representatives of logic programmable controllers, industrial control systems, measurement and actuators, parameterization tools and programming of control systems. If possible, external speakers, students are occasionally introduced to real systems and their use in planning and evaluating the management of en. resources through the eSADA or. in the presentation of the information system for monitoring TechMon maintenance of technical equipment.

Language of instruction

English

Number of ECTS credits

5

Mode of study

Not applicable.

Guarantor

doc. Ing. Petr Baxant, Ph.D.

Department

Department of Electrical Power Engineering (UEEN)

Learning outcomes of the course unit

Graduate of this course is able to:
- Describe the basic structure and the types of information systems
- Explain the most common abbreviations used in industrial automation
- Describe network protocols and their use
- Explain the principles of data protection, name the most common encryption algorithms
- Name the main parts of control systems
- Explain the concept of control system redundancy
- Programme a simple application to industrial PLC system
- Propose a visualization scheme for the SCADA system.

Prerequisites

The student who select the subject should be able to explain the basic laws of electric circuits, should have knowledge of basic electrical quantities measurement using electrical sensors and their digitization. In addition, the student should use the english language at the intermediate level. General knowledge is required at the level of bachelor's degree, but it is advisable for students to have a deeper knowledge of computer technology, the basics of programming.

Co-requisites

Not applicable.

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

Techning methods include lectures, practical computer laboratories. Course is taking advantage of e-learning (Moodle) system. Students have to write a single project during the course.

Assesment methods and criteria linked to learning outcomes

up to 40 points per laboratory exercises (student obtains points for each task, in job training, homework)
up to 60 points for the final exam, which is focused on an overview of issues. The exam is form of a test on a computer with an oral supplement in the event of deficiencies.

Course curriculum

1. The use of ICT in the energy sector, a general overview.
2. Communication technologies, networks and data transfer.
3. Secure of communication, encryption methods, digital sign.
4. Modern computer networks, network services, ISO-OSI model
5. Industrial networks and interfaces.
6. General conception of information system, client-server architecture
7. Database systems, SQL language basics
8. Control systems on Temelin power plant, overview, utilization of control systems
9. SCADA systems, data visualisation, common systems overview
10. Logic programmable automats, industrial control systems, measuring and actor systems
11. Parametric tools and control systems programming
12. Presentation of real systems (system eSada for planning and energetics management, System TechMon, maintenance monitoring of technical devices)

Work placements

Not applicable.

Aims

The aim of the course is to provide students with information from the field of information and communication technologies that are used today in power, eg in power plants, heating plants, substations, control room, cogeneration, etc.
In this course students learn the basic principles of information and control systems, the most commonly used topologies and applications implemented in power plants or dispatch centers. substations. Use of computer technology, modern means of communication in the energy sector is an inevitable process of modernization of existing power facilities and is commonplace in new equipment. Students should have an idea to what extent and on what principles these systems work in practice. Students will learn about modern approaches to management of complex energy systems and will be able to work with simple control systems that learn to program themselves.

Specification of controlled education, way of implementation and compensation for absences

Laboratory teaching of the course is compulsory, properly excused absences can be arranged with the teacher, usually replace to last week or the following week, unless the teaching is divided into multiple groups.

Recommended optional programme components

Not applicable.

Prerequisites and corequisites

Not applicable.

Basic literature

Lindsley D.M.: Power-Plant Control and Instrumentation. IEE, 2000. ISBN 0 85296 765 9.
Wood A. J., Wollenberg B. F.: Power Generation, Operation, and Control. 2nd edition. Wiley-Interscience, 1996. ISBN 0471586994.

Recommended reading

Not applicable.

Classification of course in study plans

  • Programme EECC-MN Master's

    branch MN-EEN , 2 year of study, winter semester, elective specialised

Type of course unit

 

Lecture

26 hod., optionally

Teacher / Lecturer

doc. Ing. Petr Baxant, Ph.D.

Syllabus

1. The use of ICT in the energy sector, a general overview.
2. Communication technologies, networks and data transfer.
3. Secure of communication, encryption methods, digital sign.
4. Modern computer networks, network services, ISO-OSI model
5. Industrial networks and interfaces.
6. General conception of information system, client-server architecture
7. Database systems, SQL language basics
8. Control systems on Temelin power plant, overview, utilization of control systems
9. SCADA systems, data visualisation, common systems overview
10. Logic programmable automats, industrial control systems, measuring and actor systems
11. Parametric tools and control systems programming
12. Presentation of real systems (system eSada for planning and energetics management, System TechMon, maintenance monitoring of technical devices)
13. Conclusion and review, final exam overview

Laboratory exercise

26 hod., compulsory

Teacher / Lecturer

doc. Ing. Petr Baxant, Ph.D.

Syllabus

1. Compact control system AMINI 2D and its settings, HW connection
2. Initialization of control system, upload of operating system, basic parameterisation
3. Programming in PSP3 tools, display and indication operation
4. Application for air condition control, temperature measurement
5. User menu programming and keyboard operation
6. Set up basic application for ventilation and heating controlled by AMINI 2D
7. User archive creation in AMINI 2D and communication with PC
8. SCADA system PROMOTIC installation and its settings
9. Graphical user interface in PROMOTIC for air condition system control
10. Programming of logic in PROMOTIC for air condition system control
11. Simulation of air condition control system in PROMOTIC
12. Connection of PROMOTIC and AMINI 2D through RS232 line and Ethernet, online measurement and data acquisition
13. Data postprocessing and evaluation of operating data from control systems.