Last modified: 25 Sep 2019 09:58
The course studies the systems for the generation, transmission and use of electrical energy. The per-unit notation system is introduced. Basic approaches in the three phase AC systems analysis are introduced. Three-phase induction and synchronous machines are studied, and a simple equivalent circuit for the machine is derived and used to explore the operating limitations of each type of the machine. Modern power conversion methods are discussed for conversion between AC and DC. This discussion includes power electronic switches and the basic topology of rectifiers, DC-DC converters and inverters. The advantages of switching conversion techniques over traditional circuits are highlighted.
| Study Type | Undergraduate | Level | 3 |
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| Term | Second Term | Credit Points | 15 credits (7.5 ECTS credits) |
| Campus | Aberdeen | Sustained Study | No |
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One component of the coursework is the Design of an electromagnet (15 mark)
A scenario is presented which gives specifications for an electromagnet to be used. Data sheets on core sizes and weights are given as are data sheets on different wire sizes and weights. The specification given also provides the temperature, mass, size restrictions and required force. Using the available data along with ideas from a design lecture covering the relevant theory the students are required to specify a final design, giving details of the core and the coil to be used for the final electromagnet. A part of this design is assessed on ethics topics.
Students also carry out the following two experiments in the laboratory: (10% mark)
Information on contact teaching time is available from the course guide.
| Assessment Type | Summative | Weighting | 75 | |
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Towards the end of the course, there will be tutorial sessions dedicated solely to feedback on a sample exam paper and past examinations, which are available on MyAbedreen to give students the chance to self-assess their own performance. Students requesting feedback on their exam performance should make an appointment during the scheduled feedback session which will be announced within 4 weeks of the publication of the exam results. |
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| Assessment Type | Summative | Weighting | 10 | |
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An individual feedback on the laboratories is given in lab log books one week after the submission date. |
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| Assessment Type | Summative | Weighting | 15 | |
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A feedback on the design assignment is given 2 weeks after the submission date. |
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There are no assessments for this course.
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