Wind Power Delivery System Syllabus for 2013-2014
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Course

WIND-2359-002 Wind Power Delivery System

Prerequisites

CETT 1305, WIND 2310

Course Description

Components, equipment and infrastructure used in the production and transmission of electricity as related to wind turbine power.

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Department Expectations

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Hours

(3 sem hrs; 2 lec, 2 lab)

Class Type

On Campus Course

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

\ Electricity 3: Power Generation and Delivery, 9th Edition, 2009
\ Author: Keljik
\ ISBN: 10:1-4354-0029-1 OR 13:978-1-4354-0029-0
\ Publisher: Delmar

Supplies

Required Supplies:

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Notebook, Paper, pens, and pencils, minimum 1GB flash drive.

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Scientific Calculator Texas Instruments TI 30x or better - Cell phone calculators are not allowed in this course.

Student Performance

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  1. \ Explain the operation of power production;
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  3. \ describe power transmission components;
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  5. \ identify the operational relationship between the generator and convertor;
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  7. \ compare the authority of local area, state, and national jurisdiction as reacted to the electrical grid;
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  9. \ and interpret grid schematics.
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Students Rights and Responsibilities

Student Rights and Responsibilities

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If you are an active staff or faculty member according to Human Resources, use "Exchange". All other students, use "AC Connect (Google) Email".

Expected Student Behavior

It is the policy of the Electronics Technology Department that pagers and cell phones must be turned off or in silent mode in the classroom setting and put away in pocket or backpack. Cell phone use will not be tolerated during lectures. Cell phones must be turned off and put away during tests. Any student caught using a cell phone during a test will receive a failing grade for that test.

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It is the policy of the Electronics Technology Department that food and drink may be allowed in the classroom setting, at the discretion of the instructor, but food and drink are not allowed in labs.

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Amarillo College Technical Education Code of Professional Conduct

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\ Amarillo College has the responsibility to provide you with the education, training and
\ “hands on” practice to become a professional in your chosen field. The instruction,
\ equipment, facilities and apparatus are provided for your use. Studying, practicing and
\ learning are required by you.
\ As a participating student in Amarillo College Technical Programs, you will be expected
\ to act, perform and train in a professional manner. The following rules and guidelines
\ are to be followed by everyone.

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\ Attendance:
\ Unless it is an emergency, it is highly recommended that you do not miss class.
\ Recovery of missed information will be the responsibility of the student. Class begins at
\ the scheduled time. If you are not in your seat in class or at the designated location
\ during laboratory exercises, you will be counted as tardy. The student will be required to
\ show an acceptable understanding of the topic(s) covered during their absence. Check
\ syllabus for your instructor’s policy regarding attendance.

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\ Professional Attire:
\ Every student will be required to wear an approved AC logo shirt to both class and lab.
\ Shirts must be ordered through your advisor during the registration period. It is
\ recommended that each student purchase one shirt for every class in which they are
\ registered.
\ Pants will be: • clean and well maintained
\ • no large rips or tears
\ • held at the waist (i.e no sagging)
\ • blue jeans or long pants (no sweats/exercise pants)
\ • have no hanging chains/loose strings (safety issue)
\ You are expected to reflect the dignity, pride and respectfulness of an industry
\ professional. As a representative of Amarillo College’s Technical Education Program
\ you shall wear your AC logo shirt while in the classroom and on the training field or in
\ the laboratory.
\ There will be no caps, hats, bandanas, beanies, or hoods allowed to be worn in the
\ classroom. Lab attire will be determined by your instructor. Please check your syllabus.
\ Your Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) shall be worn when indicated by the
\ instructor in charge during any training, field, or laboratory exercises. It is your
\ responsibility to keep your equipment clean and in good shape.
\ Required professional attire is mandatory for class and laboratory participation.
\ Tools / Equipment / Books / Supplies / PPE:
\ You must show up to class with the required list of tools/equipment/books/supplies/PPE
\ listed on your syllabus in order to be allowed to participate and earn credit for the day.

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\ Conduct:
\ Due to the importance of maintaining a safe atmosphere in the training field/laboratory
\ environment as well as in the classroom, any disruptive behavior will not be
\ tolerated. All students are expected to be respectful, courteous, attentive and quiet in
\ order to support the learning environment.
\ There shall be no smoking except in designated areas and during designated breaks.
\ Students shall refrain from the use of abusive or slanderous language. There is to be
\ no horseplay, fighting, harassment or misconduct by anyone. Any student who uses,
\ has in their possession, or is under the influence of illegal drugs or alcohol on campus
\ or at the training field will immediately be turned over to the campus police for
\ appropriate action. This will be a ZERO tolerance policy with immediate steps taken
\ toward withdrawal from Amarillo College.
\ Anyone who is caught cheating on an exam or quiz will immediately be excused from
\ class and not allowed to return. This is an Amarillo College rule and will be strictly
\ enforced. This applies to plagiarism as well.

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\ Electronic Devices:
\ All electronic devices which produce audible sounds must be silenced during class
\ and on the laboratory/training field. All visual slides and materials are the property of
\ the instructor and may be copyright protected, hence no photocopy is allowed.
\ See the syllabus for your instructor’s policy on this matter.

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\ Grievances:
\ Any student who feels that there is a conflict with a course instructor should first make
\ every effort to resolve that matter with the instructor. If you are unable to resolve
\ differences then you should seek resolution from the immediate supervisor of the
\ instructor or the course coordinator.

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\ NOTE: Compliance with the Amarillo College Technical Education Code of
\ Professional Conduct is mandatory for class participation.

Grading Criteria

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Midterm Exam25%
Final Exam25%
Labs/Homeworks/Quizes40%
Class Particicpation and attendance10%
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A = 90 to 100; B = 80-89; C = 70-79; D = 60-69; F = Below 60

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The opportunity to make-up an exam and/or lab will be determined by the circumstances of each individual, permitted at the discretion of the instructor.

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The time and place for make-up test will be determined by the instructor.

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INSTRUCTOR'S STATEMENT:  As your instructor, I am always willing to discuss your grades with you and explain how your grade was determined.  If a grading error has been made on my part, I am always willing to correct the error.

Attendance

Attendance in class is regarded as requirement, and obligation for learning. Please remember the deadline for dropping a class at AC is published in the official Amarillo College Schedule of Classes and in the 'Additional Information' section at the end of this sullabus.  If you stop attending class and do not officially drop the course by this deadline, you will receive an “F” for the course.

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Students will be warned after two (2) absences and counseled by the instructor after three (3) absences.

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Being tardy three (3) times will be considered one (1) absence.

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Four (4) unexcused absences in any one semester (excused/or non-excused) will automatically result in the student dropping one (1) letter grade for the course unless otherwise indicated by the instructor. Six (6) total absences will result in the student receiving a failing grade for the course.

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It is the responsibility of the student to make up any work missed due to absences and to gain missed lecture notes through outside reading and/or notes from classmates.

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Make up examinations (and other assignments) will be permitted at the discretion of the instructor. The time and place for make-up test will be determined by the instructor.

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If you are going to be late or absent, please notify the instructor as soon as possible.

Calendar

WIND 2459: Wind Power Delivery System Outline
\ (Course outline schedule includes lecture and labs)

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Course Description: Components, equipment, and infrastructure used in the production and transmission of electricity as related to wind turbine power.   

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\ Day 1: Syllabus
\ Day 2: Introduction to Wind Power Delivery Systems
\ Day 3: Wind Energy Conversion
\ Day 4: Generator Operation and Principles
\ Day 5: Wind Turbine Generator types and comparisons part 1
\ Day 6: Wind Turbine Generator types and comparisons part 2
\ Day 7: Electrical Systems and Power Conversions, Mid-Tem Review

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            Spring Break

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Day 8: Mid-Term

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Day 9: Transmission Equipment and Conductors

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Day 10: Wind Turbine electrical and Control Systems
\ Day 11: Electrical Power Distribution
\ Day 12: Power Transformers
\ Day 13: Electrical Distribution Activities
\ Day 14: Electrical Distribution Activities continued ; Final Review
\ Day 15: Final
\ Day 16: Makeup

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\ *Course calendar may be altered due to holidays, severe weather, campus closings, special events, and/or field trips.
\ **Field trips will be scheduled as available.

Additional Information

Last day to withdraw from 1st 8-week classes is March 4, 2014.

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Spring Break - March 10 - 16  

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Final Exam -  March 20

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Spring Graduation - May 16

Syllabus Created on:

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Last Edited on:

11/30/-1 12:00 AM