Dashboard NCEES PE Power — Oct 2025 Blueprint 7. Electric Power Devices

7. Electric Power Devices

NCEES Topic 7 (8–12 questions). Transformers, capacitors, energy storage, alternative generation, testing.

Chapters

Chapter

A. Transformers

Transformer action, autotransformers, 3-winding, three-phase connections, parallel operation, tap changers, Scott connection.

7 lessons
Chapter

B. Capacitors

Capacitor energy storage, dielectric materials, capacitor banks for grid applications.

1 lesson
Chapter

C. Electrical energy storage (battery, ultra-capacitor)

Lithium-ion + flow batteries, long-duration storage, hydrogen fuel cells.

3 lessons
Chapter

D. Alternative power generation (PV, wind)

PV system design, wind power curves, wind turbine types 1-4.

3 lessons
Chapter

E. Testing

Transformer equivalent-circuit tests (open-circuit + short-circuit), test data → equivalent-circuit parameters.

1 lesson