MEHRAN UNIVERSITY OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY, JAMSHORO

DEPARTMENT OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING

Title of Subject : Power Generation Systems (EL-321)

Discipline : B.E. Electrical Engineering
Term : 6th Semester
Effective : 13EL-Batch and onwards
Pre-requisites : Applied Thermodynamics, Advance Electrical Machines Co-requisite:
Marks : Theory : (100) Practical : (50)
Assessment : Sessional work : 20 % Sessional work : 40 %
Mid Semester Exam: 20 % Semester Lab Exam: 60%
Final Semester Exam: 60%
Credit Hrs : 03 01
Minim Contact Hrs : 42 42

Aims : To impart knowledge about conversion of different kinds of energy into electrical
energy, physical and engineering aspects and arrangement of different components
in a power station where this energy conversion takes place.
Objectives : On completion of the above course the student will be able to:
 Understand conversion of different types of energy into electrical energy.
 Know about the energy conversion techniques.
Contents :

ENERGY RESOURCE & DEVELOPMENT:

Energy Resources, Methods of harnessing and energy conversion. Relative cost of various power plants. Environmental
issues of power generation.
CONVENTIONAL POWER PLANTS:
Thermal Power Plants:
Working principles, design and general layout. Operation and maintenance of these plants. Combined cycle & Co-
generation. Coal gasification
Gas Power Plants:
Working principles, design and general layout
Hydro-Electric Power Plants:
Energy estimation, types of plants, working principle, design and layout of the plant.
Nuclear Power Plants:
Review of nuclear physics, Nuclear reactions, advantages and disadvantages of nuclear energy and types of
reactors. Working principle, design layout of nuclear power plant. Personal and other safety issues. Control system
of radioactive waves and plant problems, nuclear disposal of waste and management
Diesel Electric Power Plants:
Cost and heat estimation of diesel fuel. Working principle and design of the Diesel Electric Power Station.
INTERCONNECTION OF DIFFERENT POWER STATIONS:
Distributed generation, small scale power generation and its impact on power system.

RENEWABLE ENEGY & CONVERSION

Wind, Solar, MHD, Ocean wave, Tidal, Biomass OTEC and Geo-thermal power plants.

ALTERNATIVE POWER GENERATION:

Flying Wind Farms, Pedestal Power, Power from vibration and gravity..

POWER GENERATION FOR SPECIAL PURPOSES:

Power plant for ships and aero planes. Energy storage & fuel cells

Note: Practical/Simulation work is based on the above theoretical course

Books :
Recommended  G. D Rai, An Introduction to Power Plant Technology, Khanna Publishers, Latest
Edition
 M. U. Deshpande, Elements of Electrical Power Station Design, Latest Edition
 A.W Culp, Principles of Energy Conversion, Latest Edition

Approval: : Board of Studies, EL. Engg Res. No. 2.2 Dated : 29-05-2013
Board of Faculty of EECE Res. No. 7.3 Dated : 29-12-2014
Academic Council Res. No. 85.10 Dated : 07-07-2015
 MEHRAN UNIVERSITY OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY, JAMSHORO
DEPARTMENT OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING

Title of Subject : Linear Control Systems (ES-325)

Discipline : B.E. Electrical Engineering
Term : 6th Semester
Effective : 13EL-Batch and onwards
Pre- requisites : Complex Variables & Transforms Co-requisite:
Marks : Theory : (100) Practical : (50)
Assessment : Sessional work : 20 % Sessional work : 40 %
Mid Semester Exam: 20 % Semester Lab Exam: 60%
Final Semester Exam: 60%
Credit Hours : 03 01
Minim Contact hrs : 42 42

Aims : To give adequate knowledge & understanding about the concept of Control System.
Objectives : On completion of this course the students will be able to:
 Discuss various types of control systems.

 Mathematically formulate electromechanical devices and systems.

 Discuss Transfer functions, Block diagram, signal flow graph representation of basic electrical,
mechanical and electromechanical devices and systems.
 Understand the concepts of polar and Bode Plots of transfer function.

 Learn the application of methods for the analysis of control system.

 Use Analogue computers for the simulation of the control systems.

Contents :

INTRODUCTION TO CONTROL SYSTEMS

Examples of electrical, mechanical and biological control systems, Basic concept of open loop and closed-loop
(feedback) control systems, Control System Components, Control System Terminology, Dynamics of simple
Servomechanism for angular position control, Velocity Servomechanism.

MATHEMATICAL MODELING OF DYNAMIC SYSTEMS

Review of complex variable and plane, singularities of functions, Pole Zero of functions, Transfer function, Transfer
functions of some basic electrical, mechanical and electro-mechanical devices and systems. Block diagram
representation.

TRANSIENT AND STEADY-STATE RESPONSE ANALYSES

First order and Second order systems, Step and impulse responses of second-order Systems, Performance criteria,
Stability analysis in the complex s-plane.

ANALYSIS AND DESIGN OF CONTROL SYSTEMS WITH THE ROOT LOCI METHOD

FREQUENCY-DOMAIN ANALYSIS
Bode plot of Transfer function, Nyquist Stability Criterion, gain and phase margins, Nichols charts

PID CONTROLLER.

ANALYSIS AND DESIGN OF CONTROL SYSTEMS IN STATE SPACE

Introduction to state variable concept, Modeling in state-space, State equations of some basic linear systems, Signal
Flow Graphs, Stabilizability of a system, Compensation techniques.

Note: Practical/Simulation work is based on the above theoretical course

Books :
Recommended  Stefano, Stubberud and Williams Schaum’s outline Series, Feedback & Control Systems, Latest
Edition
 J.J.D. Azzo (C.H.Houpis), Feedback Control System Analysis and Synthesis , Mc Graw
Hill, Latest Edition
 BC. Kuo, Feedback Control System, Latest Edition

Reference Books : Melsa & Schultz, Linear Control System, McGraw Hill, Latest Edition
 : Ogata, Feedback Control System, Latest Edition

Approval: : Board of Studies, EL. Engg Res. No. 2.2 Dated : 29-05-2013
Board of Faculty of EECE Res. No. 7.3 Dated : 29-12-2014
Academic Council Res. No. 85.10 Dated : 07-07-2015
 MEHRAN UNIVERSITY OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY, JAMSHORO
DEPARTMENT OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING

Title of Subject : Communication Systems (TL-380)

Discipline : B.E. Electrical Engineering
Term : 6th Semester
Effective : 13EL-Batch and onwards
Pre- requisites : Digital Logic Design, Applied Electronics Co-requisite:
Marks : Theory : 100 Practical : 50
Assessment : Sessional work : 20 % Sessional work : 40 %
Mid Semester Exam: 20 % Semester Lab Exam: 60%
Final Semester Exam: 60%
Credit Hours : 03 01
Minim Contact hrs : 42 42

Aims : To provide background knowledge of the communication subject to the students of electrical
engineering about the various communication modes and mediums and their application in electrical
power industry.
Objects : Upon successful completion of this course the students will be able to:
 Describe the basic concepts of communication systems
 Explain the salient features of radio transmitter and receivers, television and telephony and
telegraphy
 Discuss the microwave and satellite communication
 Explain the concepts of information theory
 Elaborate and overview the optical fiber communication
 Discuss the applications of multimedia system in electrical engineering
Contents :

INTRODUCTION TO COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS:

The elements of communication system. Types Of Electronic Communications. The electromagnetic spectrum. Bandwidth.
Transmission modes. Signals and spectral analysis. Noise, forces and elimination.

MODULATION TECNIQUES:
Amplitude modulation. Frequency modulation. Pulse modulation and encoding techniques. Multiplexing.

TELEPHONY
Basic functions of the Telephone set. The Public Switched Telephone Network. Switching hierarchy. Transmission media for
trunks. Telemetry. Telex. Fax. Telegraphic equipment.

RADIO TRANSMITTERS, RECEIVERS AND TELEVISION:

Block diagrams for AM and FM, special characteristics and features. Scanning and synchronization. Modulation of Video and
Audio signals. Block diagram and typical circuits.

MICROWAVE AND SATELLITE COMMUNICATION:

Microwave links. Satellite communication links. Principles of Radar. Introduction to simple Radar system.

FIBER-OPTIC COMMUNICATIONS:
Introduction to Fiber – Optic system. Components in an Optical Fiber link. Advantages of Fiber – Optic communication system
over wire system. Types of Optical Fiber. Optical loss and Fiber attenuation.

EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES:
Introduction to computer networking, Mobile/Cellular communication, Advances in wireless Communication.

Note : Practical/Simulation work is based on the above theoretical course

Books :
Recommended  G. Kennedy, Electronic Communication System, (McGraw Hill) Latest Edition
 Warren Hioki, Telecommunications, (McGraw Hill) Latest Edition
 Frenzel, Communication Electronics, (McGraw Hill) Latest Edition
 Wayne Tomasi, Electronic Communications Systems (Prentice Hall) Latest Edition

Approval: : Board of Studies, EL. Engg Res. No. 2.2 Dated : 29-05-2013
Board of Faculty of EECE Res. No. 7.3 Dated : 29-12-2014
Academic Council Res. No. 85.10 Dated : 07-07-2015
 MEHRAN UNIVERSITY OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY, JAMSHORO
DEPARTMENT OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING

Title of Subject : Power Economics & Management (EL-324)

Discipline : B.E. Electrical Engineering
Term : 6th Semester
Effective : 13EL-Batch and onwards
Pre-requisites : Power Generation Co-requisite:
Marks : Theory (100) Practical : 0
Assessment : 20% Sessional Work, 20% Mid Term, 60% Final Examination
Credit Hours : 03
Minim Contact hrs : 42

Aims : This subject aims to provide skills and knowledge to the students on power systems planning,
execution of power projects, and management of power sector. It also helps students acquire
methods of economic analysis of investment in power section and supplying economical power to
consumers.
Objectives : After completing this course, the student will be able to:
 Learn power system planning including load forecasting

 Acquire skills of financial investment in power sector

 Understand the management process of power system including power generation, transmission
and distribution
 Acquire methods of economic analysis of investment in power sector and supplying economical
power to consumers.
 Learn theory and practice of economic laws applicable to power system

 Apply optimization techniques to increase reliability of power supply and reduce tariffs and power
losses
 Learn IT applications in planning, execution and management of power system

 Know about the economic, managerial, technical and financial aspects of power supply to
consumers
Contents :

INTRODUCTION OF ECONOMICS:
History of economic thought. Definition of economics, Macro and Microeconomics. Economics laws and applications. Concept
of Engineering Economics.

LOAD ANALYSIS AND MANAGEMENT:

Types of loads, Estimation of load. Load growth and load forecasting. Load duration curve. Maximum demand, diversity and
diversity factor, Demand Factor, Capacity and Utilization Factors load management, Economics of Power losses, Power Losses
Reduction.

FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT AND COST ANALYSIS:

Cost of power plant, financial mathematics. Depreciation and Amortization. Maintenance and operating costs. Economic
selection of number of units in the power station. Relative costs of various power plants. Financial Management.

TARIFFS:
Energy Tariff objectives, General Tariff forms. Different types of tariffs, their origin and justification. Optimum tariff design.
WAPDA tariff system. Private power policy.

FEASIBILITY STUDIES:
Feasibility study of power generation, transmission and distribution, electrification of houses, multi-story buildings and
industries, project documentation.

MANAGEMENT OF POWER SYSTEM:

Reliability and optimization. Theory of management. Project management. Management of large power plants. Management
information systems.

PROCUREMENT, TENDERING AND CONTRACTS:

Procurement procedures, tendering documents, Electricity Act 1910 & rules 1937 & contracts.
Project planning & preparation of project cycle 1 to 5 (PC-1 to PC-5)
Books Recommended :
 Skrotzi and Vapat, Power Station Engineering and Economy, Latest Edition

 Openshaw, Edward Arnold , Power System Economics, Latest Edition

Reference Books.  Kirchmayer ; John Wiley and Sons, Economics Operation of Power Systems, Latest Edition

 Dewe K. K. , Modern Economics Theory, Delhi Great and Ireson Principles of Engg. Economy,
Latest Edition

Approval: : Board of Studies, EL. Engg Res. No. 2.2 Dated : 29-05-2013
Board of Faculty of EECE Res. No. 7.3 Dated : 29-12-2014
Academic Council Res. No. 85.10 Dated : 07-07-2015
 MEHRAN UNIVERSITY OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY, JAMSHORO
DEPARTMENT OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING

Title of Subject : Statistics and Probability (MTH-322)

Discipline : B.E. Electrical Engineering.
Semester : 6th Semester
Effective : 13EL-Batch and onwards.
Pre-requisites : Intermediate Mathematics
Assessment : 20% Sessional Work, 20% Mid Term, 60% Final Examination
Marks : Theory : 100 Practical : 00
Credit hrs : 03
Minim Contact hrs : 42

Aims : Introduce the concept descriptive and inferential statistics and probability
Objects : After completing this course, the student should be familiar with:
 Different statistical methods to obtain the measure of central values of a data and their
interpretation.
 Probability and its rules. Different probability distributions and their uses.
 Estimations and hypothesis.
Contents :
INTRODUCTION:
Nature and importance of statistics, descriptive and inferential statistics, population and samples.

DESCRIPTIVE MEASURES:
Measures of central tendency and measures of dispersions.

PROBABILITY:
Introduction to probability, counting techniques, dependent and independent events, conditional probability, additive rule
of probability. Contingency tables, joint and marginal probabilities, the multiplication rule, Bayes’s theorem.

PROBABILITY DISTRIBUTION:
Concept of random variables, discrete and continuous probability distributions, Mean and variance of random variables.
Binomial and Poisson distributions, mean and variance of Binomial and Poisson distribution. Normal distribution,
Standard normal distribution and inverse use of table of areas under the normal curve.

SAMPLING DISTRIBUTION:
Sampling distribution of means with replacement and without replacement, Central limit theorem.

ESTIMATION OF PARAMETERS:
Confidence interval of one population mean, estimation a population mean, estimating the difference between two
population mean. The Chi-square distribution.

TESTS OF HYPOTHESIS:
Testing a statistical hypothesis, Type I & II error, one tailed and two tailed tests. Test concerning means and variances,
testing the difference between two means, Good-ness of fit test.

SIMPLE REGRESSION AND CORRELATION:

Regression analysis by least squares method, testing the significance of the slope, simple correlation analysis, coefficient
of correlation, testing the significance of coefficient of correlation.

Books :
Recommended  M. Anwar Solangi; Statistical Methods and Estimations, Latest Edition
 Ronald Walpole, Introductory Statistics, Latest Edition
 Sher Muhammad Choudhry, Introduction to Statistics vol. I & II, Latest Edition
 Iqbal Bhatti, Elements of Statistics, Latest Edition
 Douglas C. Montgomery, Applied Statistics and Probability for Engineering, Latest Edition

Approval: : Board of Studies, EL. Engg Res. No. 2.2 Dated : 29-05-2013
Board of Faculty of EECE Res. No. 7.3 Dated : 29-12-2014
Academic Council Res. No. 85.10 Dated : 07-07-2015