Australasian Universities:
CAL/Multimedia Projects in Electrical Engineering

University of Wollongong

Computer Managed Learning

Simulation-Based Power Systems Education

Multimedia Applications

University of Technology, Sydney

Distributed Multimedia Laboratory

Nanyang Technological University

Monash University

University of Tasmania

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University of Wollongong:
Computer Managed Learning

The initial investigation has led to the development of three major modules: Computer Aided Tutorial (CAT), Computer Aided Laboratory Experiment (CALE) and Computer Aided Self Learning (CASL). These modules are being used in some core subjects and laboratory sessions in the department.

Further information can be obtained from the project officer V.Ilango@uow.edu.au . Also available, the latest conference paper that briefly explains all major three modules.

University of Wollongong:
Simulation-based Power Systems Education

1. giving top priority to demonstrating relevance of the subject to skills needed for tackling problems much closer to those encountered by industry professionals,
2. giving high priority to using computers in every stage of learning process, and
3. providing an interactive learning environment in which students can clear up ambiguities through open tutorial discussions along with practicing self-study and team work.

Glover and Sarma's ``Power System Analysis and Design'' was assigned as the recommended textbook for the course. The book is well written and maintains a desired balance between scaled down theory and real world concepts. A very useful feature of the textbook is its very low cost accompanying computer programs. It offers nine execution codes which covers major power systems applications. More information about Glover's textbook and its accompanying software is available.

University of Wollongong:
Multimedia Applications

Nanyang Technological University

1. MIPSUT:
   Microcomputer-based Interactive Power Systems Simulator for Undergraduate Teaching

   This is a power distribution system simulator integrating load flow, fault current calculation and modelling of overcurrent relays and breaker operation. This package has been developed with the teaching of power engineering students as the primary objective. It can also be used as an integrated tool for the assessment of overcurrent relay settings and for engineer training. This integrated simulator is interactive and can be operated in the same way as in a distribution control centre. Appropriate sets of scenarios can be specified by the instructor for different levels of exercises. All actions taken by the student/trainee are logged, automatically evaluated and awarded a grade.

2. MIPSOC:
   Microcomputer-based Integrated Simulator for Power System Operation and Control

   MIPSOC models a generation and transmission system meeting a given 24-hour load demand. The system model is extracted from the all-cable transmission system of Singapore. It scales down the maximum demand to 1040MW and is supplied by three oil-fired power stations transmitted through six 230kV substaions. The simulator integrates unit cimmitment, economic load dispatch, load flow calculation, modelling of overcurrent protection and breaker tripping, modelling of dynamic frequency response and load shedding, and the trainee's control action.

Please Note:
MIPSUT and MIPSOC are available under a license for a single-copy price of S$2000.00 each. An additional user license also costs S$500.00. Support and updates are provided free of charge for one year.

Monash University

Computer Educational Program LPS-2.0

This program has been used in the 4th year electrical engineering courses at Monash University and at the University of NSW, and for the 1993 Residential School of Electrical Power Engineering. It has been proved that this computer software tool is very helpful for the students to understand some complicated experiments to explain the theory and problems involved.

Futher information:

University of Tasmania