MECT08006 2013 Power Electronics and Drives 401
On successful completion of this module the student will demonstrate competence in AC circuit analysis ,an understanding of electro-magnetic theory as applied to the construction and operation of DC motors and an ability to evaluate and demonstrate the behaviour of electronic DC drive circuitry.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this module the learner will/should be able to;
Classify power electronic devices and circuits.
describe in block diagram form the structure of a motor drive system.
Apply Phasor techniques to problems in AC Network analysis, particularly to those circuits containing reactive impedances.
Develop the concept of an electric motor from first principles with the aid of electrical and electro-magnetic theory.
Evaluate the behaviour of basic converter circuits with the aid of computer simulation software.
Analyse the behaviour of a variety of conventional DC electric motors.
Module Assessment Strategies
Continuous assessment taking the form of regular practical work , written assignments and worksheets on each topic as the course progresses. A theory examination sat at the end of the course.
Indicative Syllabus
- Complex Algebra, the j operator, inductive and capacitive impedances, AC network calculations for voltage current, Z, and power phasors (S)
- Single and 3-phase controlled rectifier circuits, discussion of SCRs
- Simulations of converter circuits (PSIM or equivalent).
- Electrical theory, electro-magnetism, the primitive motor, the conventional DC machine.
- DC drive technology.
- Motor equivalent circuit problems.
Coursework & Assessment Breakdown
Coursework Assessment
Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
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1 | Assignment Written assignment to take place mid-semester | Coursework Assessment | UNKNOWN | 10 % | OnGoing | 3,4 |
2 | Practical Evaluation | Coursework Assessment | UNKNOWN | 30 % | OnGoing | 1,2,5 |
End of Semester / Year Assessment
Title | Type | Form | Percent | Week | Learning Outcomes Assessed | |
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1 | Final Exam | Final Exam | UNKNOWN | 60 % | End of Term | 1,2,3,4,6 |
Full Time Mode Workload
Type | Location | Description | Hours | Frequency | Avg Workload |
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Lecture | Flat Classroom | Theory /Tutorial | 2 | Weekly | 2.00 |
Supervision | Engineering Laboratory | Simulations/evaluations | 2 | Weekly | 2.00 |
Module Resources
Authors |
Title |
Publishers |
Year |
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Giorgio Rizzoni, |
Principles and Applications of Electrical Engineering, Revised fourth edition, |
McGraw-Hill, |
2004 |
Bimal K. Bose |
Power Electronics And Motor Drives: Advances and Trends |
Academic Press |
2006
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Hughes, Austin |
Electric Motors and Drives |
Newnes |
3rd ed. 2006 |
Richard Crowder |
Electric Drives and Electromechanical Systems: Applications and Control |
Newnes |
2006 |
KITE Project supported access to Simulation Tools and virtual laboratory experiments