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Learner Reviews & Feedback for Electric Industry Operations and Markets by Duke University

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About the Course

This is a two week course. In the first week you will learn about the core activities that the Industry executes to bring electricity to customers. We will review what electricity is, how it is generated, how it is transmitted, how it comes into buildings, and how consumption of electricity instantly feeds back on the transmission and generation of electricity. You will learn to: Define what electricity is; Describe how electricity is generated, transmitted and distributed; Describe how electricity is generated, transmitted and distributed; and Summarize how the consumption of electric energy instantly feeds back on the transmission and generation of electricity. In the second week, the course shifts to the markets that drive Electric Industry operations. You will learn about the various costs of the electric industry’s core activities, how electricity is priced, the various ways that electric markets are structured, how these market structures determine which power plants are dispatched to produce electricity when, and how recent changes in generator fuel prices, generation technology, market regulations, and environmental regulations are transforming both Electric Industry Markets and Operations. You will learn to: Describe the main cost components to the electric system; Compare the costs of different types of power plants; Interpret the retail pricing of electricity; Explain the different types of electric markets and understand how they operate to dispatch electric supply to meet demand in real time; and Explain why and how the electric industry is regulated....

Top reviews

MS

Dec 17, 2023

the course is very comprehensive and deep insight to the operational principle of electrical industry, in relationship to the market strategy and the regional government in it location of operation.

DJ

Aug 10, 2020

Content was easy to follow and digest - it was a good refresher course for me as I've been in the industry for some time, but within the IT discipline. Learned some new things along the way too.

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By Ali A A A I

Nov 5, 2020

Amazing course provided by Duke University. Dr.Linclon Pratson is an amazing teacher. he explains everything in good manner with site visits also. high voice and you can listen to every word carefuly.Thank u coursera

By Jesús A M C

Apr 11, 2021

The course is comprehensive and simple. Excellent to grasp the basics concepts of electricity generation, transmission and distribution, as well as understanding electricity markets structures and regulations.

By Bhavannarayana A

Aug 21, 2023

Good knowledge on Electricity generation, transmission and marketing. This course provides overall picture of power plant to end customer , How electricity is generated, transmitted and wholesale of power.

By Awab E

May 11, 2020

It is so important course for every body working in utility specially who works in operation or planning and also it is so helpful for any one want want to know about the electricity operation and markets.

By Farouq U N (

Nov 24, 2022

The course was a valuable tool in undestanding the basic operations of the electric industry and its market dynamism....I had a great time learning and the facilitator was spectacular in his teachings.

By Mohammed o S

Dec 18, 2023

the course is very comprehensive and deep insight to the operational principle of electrical industry, in relationship to the market strategy and the regional government in it location of operation.

By asish t

Feb 10, 2021

I am sure that this course is a good one for the beginners in the electricity industry and will surely add value to the experienced. The explanation of Lincoln was very good and simple.

By Joe Z K

May 25, 2023

This is a great course where you will get an overview of the Electricity Generation, Transmission and Distributions and the Electricity Utility Market specifically in United States.

By Haider R

Jun 29, 2020

This course was really good for understanding the electric industry. This course teaches you the whole process from the generation of electricity to the consumption of the consumer.

By Fernando A M M

Oct 9, 2020

This course walks you through the electrical sector in the US. The lecturer is very good at communicating his ideas and the materials and contents are great! 100% recommended !

By JUAN C G C

Feb 18, 2021

A really interesting course to learn about the dynamics of the electrical industry and its importance in everyday life and the global market.

Thank you Duke University

By Neeney D

Sep 28, 2020

This is a great learning experience. Easy to follow online courses and quizzes that actually test your understanding of the course. Thank you for this opportunity.

By Alexander V

Dec 14, 2021

This course is very useful, interesting and pleasant. It explains the ideas which stay behind the electricity markets in a way that everyone could understand.

By AKSHAY P

Apr 5, 2021

It Was Wonderfull Sessions. I have learn a Lot of new things and will applied aal my skills and efforts in my daily Work Life.Thanks to Coursera and Capgemini

By Saroj K

Dec 18, 2020

This course offered me a remarkable experience. As someone who is seeking a career in Energy, the topics discussed by the course were of immense value to me.

By Bryan C

Sep 18, 2020

An easy to understand course that helps non electric professionals to understand the basis of the electric power systems in therms of markets and operations

By Stanislavov D

May 31, 2020

A very good course, which perfectly shows information on the sale and transmission of electricity, as well as the basic concepts in the field of electricity

By Dhruba S G

May 22, 2023

Very good course, content is good and well defined . Instructor /Tutor had described each and every area in a very simplified way with very good examples .

By SANSKAR B

May 24, 2020

A very good course giving knowledge about the basics of electric industry and markets. It is very useful course in the field of electrical engineering.

By Yogesh V

Jun 3, 2021

It is a great course. In this course, I am learning the things which i never thought of. Its give a great insight in the energy markets and operations.

By Abhishek S

Jun 4, 2023

This course contains really comprehensive details about Operations and markets of Electric Industry which is very helpful for career perspective.

By Shirley R

May 4, 2022

Great beginner overview of the topic, well structured material and required focused work to earn the certificate. Well worth the time and effort.

By PRATIK M

Jul 7, 2022

The course is very interesting. Specifically i enjoyed second week video lecture on economic dispatch and wholesale & retail price relationship.

By Álvaro T C

Aug 17, 2020

This course has helped me better understand the industry and its challenged, something helpful when speaking with my customers in that industry

By Claudia V

Feb 1, 2021

Clear and thorough overview of the electric industry, including the relevant engineering, economic, and legal frameworks. Would recommend!