Calendar: 1927-1928 Page 228

228 FACULTY OF ENGINEERING most economical system for given conditions distribution of losses approximate calculations of drop power factor and conditions deter- mining resonance factors limiting the voltage in practice-Influence of power factor on transmission problems-Interference with com- munication circuits-Mechanical calculations relating to aerial lines- Systems of distribution network calculations choice of feeding points sectionalisation of network-Sub-stations necessity for types avail- able functions of and arrangement of plant-Switch gear high and low pressure and for special purposes-Protective systems-Lightning arresters and other safety devices-Localisation of faults Utilisation The advantages of electrical systems of transmission and utilisation of energy in industrial work-Selection of motors continuous or alternating for given services load equalisation- Speed control and regulation special arrangements for heavy and variable torques-Automatic and semi-automatic systems-Starting and controlling apparatus construction and operation-Systems of charging for electric energy principles and calculations involved -Electric furnaces and electric welding-Electrical problems in- volved in tramway and railway tracks-Overhead conduit and surface rail systems for continuous and alternating currents -Methods of collection-Board of Trade regulations-Electrolysis methods of minimising-Mechanics of train movement speed-time curves train resistance approximate calculation of power and energy required under given circumstances effect of varying acceleration and braking-Tramway and railway motors for continuous and alter- nating current characteristics rating and selection to satisfy given conditions approximate calculations connected therewith-Control of tramway and railway motors-Electric braking including regenerative methods-Disposition of motors on tramcars locomotives and motor coaches transmission of power from motor to driving wheels- Auxiliary electrical equipment for tramcars locomotives and motor coaches-Traction sub-stations special features-Electric lighting of trains-Methods of electric signalling on tramways and tailways- Electric battery vehicles-Petrol electric vehicles Fee -£25 4s the Course ADVANCED COURSES IN ENGINEERING Advanced Courses suitable for those who have already completed Diploma or Degree Course in Engineering have been arranged as follows each Course occupies Student's whole time for Session Post-graduate Course in Mechanical Engineering ii Post-graduate Course in Civil Engineering iii Post-Graduate Course in Electrical Engineering The Courses which are under the Professor in each department can be varied to suit the special requirements of individual Students