Title: Compare a smart grid to a traditional distribution grid.
Course: Introduction to Energy Transmission and Distribution I (20902-I) > Section: Exploring Technology Trends in Energy

Comparison should include

- definition of smart grid
- components of a smart grid (e.g., automated meter infrastructure [AMI], controllers, smart protective devices, grid automation)
- benefits of smart grids (e.g., two-way measurement of electricity, resiliency, load balancing, efficiency, data collection)
- reasons that transmission and distribution operators are moving toward the use of smart grids (e.g., new capacities, new constraints, changing supply).

Process/Skill Questions:

- Why are smart grids used for distributed generation?
- What are the key components of a smart grid?
- What is the difference between a smart grid and a microgrid?