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Electric Power System Basics for the Nonelectrical Professional
By: Steven W. Blume
Paperback | 23 November 2016 | Edition Number 2
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The second edition of Steven W. Blume’s bestseller provides a comprehensive treatment of power technology for the non-electrical engineer working in the electric power industry
This book aims to give non-electrical professionals a fundamental understanding of large interconnected electrical power systems, better known as the “Power Grid”, with regard to terminology, electrical concepts, design considerations, construction practices, industry standards, control room operations for both normal and emergency conditions, maintenance, consumption, telecommunications and safety. The text begins with an overview of the terminology and basic electrical concepts commonly used in the industry then it examines the generation, transmission and distribution of power. Other topics discussed include energy management, conservation of electrical energy, consumption characteristics and regulatory aspects to help readers understand modern electric power systems. This second edition features:
- New sections on renewable energy, regulatory changes, new measures to improve system reliability, and smart technologies used in the power grid system
- Updated practical examples, photographs, drawing, and illustrations to help the reader gain a better understanding of the material
- “Optional supplementary reading” sections within most chapters to elaborate on certain concepts by providing additional detail or background
Electric Power System Basics for the Nonelectrical Professional, Second Edition, gives business professionals in the industry and entry-level engineers a strong introduction to power technology in non-technical terms.
Steve W. Blume is Founder of Applied Professional Training, Inc., APT Global, LLC, APT College, LLC and APT Corporate Training Services, LLC, USA. Steve is a registered professional engineer and certified NERC Reliability Coordinator with a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering specializing in power and a Bachelor's degree specializing in Telecommunications. He has more than 25 years’ experience teaching electric power system basics to non-electrical professionals. Steve's engineering and operations experience includes generation, transmission, distribution, and electrical safety. He is an active senior member in IEEE and has published two books in power systems through IEEE and Wiley.ISBN: 9781119180197
ISBN-10: 1119180198
Series: IEEE Press Series on Power and Energy Systems
Published: 23rd November 2016
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Number of Pages: 256
Audience: Professional and Scholarly
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc (US)
Country of Publication: GB
Edition Number: 2
Edition Type: Revised
Dimensions (cm): 22.5 x 15.5 x 1.5
Weight (kg): 0.44
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