| Unit name | Power Electronics, Machines & Drive Technologies |
|---|---|
| Unit code | EENG30013 |
| Credit points | 20 |
| Level of study | H/6 |
| Teaching block(s) |
Teaching Block 4 (weeks 1-24) |
| Unit director | Dr. Jahdi |
| Open unit status | Not open |
| Units you must take before you take this one (pre-requisite units) | |
| Units you must take alongside this one (co-requisite units) |
None |
| Units you may not take alongside this one | |
| School/department | School of Electrical, Electronic and Mechanical Engineering |
| Faculty | Faculty of Engineering |
The aim of this unit is to understand the requirements of modern power networks in terms of energy conversion through power electronics and machines and demonstrate the benefit of full system integration.
This unit covers the requirements of modern power networks in terms of energy conversion through power electronics and machines. It discusses the basics of power semiconductor devices, converter topologies ranging from the switched-mode power supplies to MW-rated power converters in transmission systems, analysis of power systems and the synchronous machines that connect to these systems.
The unit will use a range of end-to-end case studies to allow students to experience first-hand and explore the design considerations and trade-offs that engineers must balance when prototyping innovative, efficient and integrated solutions to real-world problems.
Upon successful completion of the units students will be able to:
Teaching will be delivered through a combination of synchronous and asynchronous sessions, including lectures, activities supported by self-directed exercises and by problem sheets.
Open-book Timed Assessment: Design report for a power-electronics/machines integrated power system (100%)
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How much time the unit requires
Each credit equates to 10 hours of total student input. For example a 20 credit unit will take you 200 hours
of study to complete. Your total learning time is made up of contact time, directed learning tasks,
independent learning and assessment activity.
See the Faculty workload statement relating to this unit for more information.
Assessment
The Board of Examiners will consider all cases where students have failed or not completed the assessments required for credit.
The Board considers each student's outcomes across all the units which contribute to each year's programme of study. If you have self-certificated your absence from an
assessment, you will normally be required to complete it the next time it runs (this is usually in the next assessment period).
The Board of Examiners will take into account any extenuating circumstances and operates
within the Regulations and Code of Practice for Taught Programmes.
