Feb 15, 2025  
PUBLISHED 2025-2026 Credit Catalog 
    
PUBLISHED 2025-2026 Credit Catalog

ELEC 302 - Generation and Grid Operations


Description

This is an introductory course into electric power generation and system operation. It will provide students with an overview of the processes, technologies, economics and environmental issues associated with electricity production from conventional and renewable energy sources; the role of the system operator in the planning and coordinated operation of the bulk supply system, as well as an overview of the Alberta wholesale and retail energy markets.



1.5 Credits

Time Guidelines
The standard instructional time for this course is 45 hours.


Prerequisites

  • ELEC 266
  • ELEC 291
  • MATH 280