Unit information: SMPS Project in 2020/21

Unit name	SMPS Project
Unit code	EENG28070
Credit points	10
Level of study	I/5
Teaching block(s)	Teaching Block 1 (weeks 1 - 12)
Unit director	Dr. Hilton
Open unit status	Not open
Pre-requisites	None
Co-requisites	None
School/department	School of Electrical, Electronic and Mechanical Engineering
Faculty	Faculty of Engineering

Description including Unit Aims

The objective is to design, build and test an AC-to-DC "Switch-mode Power Supply". In doing this, students are introduced to practical aspects of magnetic design, power electronic components and control system design.

Intended Learning Outcomes

By the end of the SMPS design students should be able to:

1. Keep accurate records of the laboratory work;
2. Build electronic hardware;
3. Explain operation of all aspects of the design and identify suitable components for the system;
4. Take accurate measurements, and analyse results and find faults;
5. Explain limitations of their designs, compromises on cost, performance and complexity.

Teaching Information

Teaching will be delivered through a combination of synchronous and asynchronous sessions, including lectures, practical activities supported by drop-in sessions, problem sheets and self-directed exercises.

Assessment Information

Summative:

Template Style Assessments (40%) Online Quiz (60%)

Reading and References

Primary sources of information: PowerPoint slides for each aspect of the work, and manufacturers' datasheets.