EC EN 446
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Power Electronics
Electrical and Computer Engineering
Ira A. Fulton College of Engineering
Course Description
Introduces power electronic converters including ac/dc rectifiers, dc/dc converters and dc/ac inverters. Electronic motors including DC motors and induction motors. The application of power electronic to solar and wind power generation.
When Taught
Winter
Min
4
Fixed/Max
4
Fixed
3
Fixed
3
Title
Power Electronics
Learning Outcome
Understand the implications of power electronics to power grid systems and electric vehicles.
Title
Switch mode electronics
Learning Outcome
Apply fundamental concepts of switch mode electronics to develop efficient power electronic circuits and components.
Title
Electric Motors
Learning Outcome
Understand the fundamentals of electric motors, including efficiency, derive, and control methods.
Title
Moter Drivers
Learning Outcome
Apply the concepts of power electronics circuits to control and drive electric motors.
Title
Power Electronics Testing
Learning Outcome
Build, test, and analyze power electronic components in a laboratory setting including DC/DC/ converters, DC/AC inverters, AC/DC rectifiers.
