EEE433 Power Electronics I

5 ECTS - 3-2 Duration (T+A)- 7. Semester- 4 National Credit

Information

Code EEE433
Name Power Electronics I
Semester 7. Semester
Duration (T+A) 3-2 (T-A) (17 Week)
ECTS 5 ECTS
National Credit 4 National Credit
Teaching Language İngilizce
Level Lisans Dersi
Type Normal
Mode of study Yüz Yüze Öğretim
Catalog Information Coordinator Prof. Dr. MEHMET UĞRAŞ CUMA


Course Goal

Introducing the power electronics semiconductor elements and their characteristics, teaching the power electronics applications and demonstrating the modeling of basic power electronics systems in PSCAD/EMTDC simulation program to students.

Course Content

Power electronics systems and applications. Power electronics semiconductor elements and characteristics. Protection methods of power electronics semiconductor elements. Analysis and design of cooling systems for power electronics semiconductor elements. Rectifier circuits. Modeling in PSCAD / EMTDC simulation program.

Course Precondition

None

Resources

M. H. Rashid, Power Electronics Handbook

Notes

Lecture Notes, Lecture Powerpoints


Course Learning Outcomes

Order Course Learning Outcomes
LO01 Recognize power electronics semiconductor elements and their characteristics
LO02 Design protection circuits (snubbers) of power electronics semiconductor devices
LO03 Perform thermal modeling of power electronic components
LO04 Analyze the design of cooling systems of power electronic components
LO05 Analyze and design of single-phase and three-phase rectifier circuits
LO06 Implement basic rectifier circuit simulation in PSCAD/EMTDC simulation program
LO07 Recognize power electronics systems and their applications


Relation with Program Learning Outcome

Order Type Program Learning Outcomes Level
PLO01 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering subjects pertaining to the relevant discipline; ability to use theoretical and applied knowledge in these areas in complex engineering problems. 4
PLO02 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose. 3
PLO03 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. 4
PLO04 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Ability to devise, select, and use modern techniques and tools needed for analyzing and solving complex problems encountered in engineering practice; ability to employ computer programming techniques, and information technologies effectively.
PLO05 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Ability to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investigating complex engineering problems or discipline specific research questions. 3
PLO06 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually. 3
PLO07 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; knowledge of a minimum of one foreign language; ability to write effective reports and comprehend written reports, prepare design and production reports, make effective presentations, 4
PLO08 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Recognition of the need for lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continue to educate him/herself.
PLO09 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Consciousness to behave according to ethical principles and professional and ethical responsibility; knowledge on standards used in engineering practice. 3
PLO10 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Knowledge about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness in entrepreneurship, innovation; knowledge about sustainable development. 4
PLO11 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Knowledge about the global and social effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety, and contemporary issues of the century reflected into the field of engineering; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.
PLO12 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Ability to apply the knowledge of electrical-electronics engineering to profession-specific tools and devices. 3
PLO13 Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal Having consciousness about the scientific, social, historical, economical and political facts of the society, world and age lived in. 3


Week Plan

Week Topic Preparation Methods
1 Introduction to power electronics - Power electronics systems: Objectives and Applications Lecture notes and references on the subject Öğretim Yöntemleri:
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2 Power Electronics Semiconductor Devices and their Characteristics Lecture notes and references on the subject Öğretim Yöntemleri:
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3 Thyristors - Characteristics, Opening and Closing Methods Lecture notes and references on the subject Öğretim Yöntemleri:
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4 Thyristors - Commutation Methods Lecture notes and references on the subject Öğretim Yöntemleri:
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5 Protection of Power Electronics Semiconductor Devices - di/dt, dv/dt Protection Lecture notes and references on the subject Öğretim Yöntemleri:
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6 Protection of Power Electronics Semiconductor Devices - Snubber Circuits and Design Lecture notes and references on the subject Öğretim Yöntemleri:
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7 Analysis and Design of Cooling Systems for Power Electronics Semiconductors - Power Losses of Power Electronics elements, Thermal Modeling of Power electronic components during steady state and Instant situations Lecture notes and references on the subject Öğretim Yöntemleri:
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8 Mid-Term Exam Midterm exam preparation Ölçme Yöntemleri:
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9 Analysis and Design of Cooling Systems for Power Electronics Semiconductors - Analysis and Design of Cooling Systems for Power Electronics Components Lecture notes and references on the subject Öğretim Yöntemleri:
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10 Introduction to PSCAD/EMTDC Simulation Program PSCAD Manual Öğretim Yöntemleri:
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11 Rectifier Circuits - Single Phase Half Wave Rectifier Circuits, Operating Principles, Current and Voltage Waveforms and Design Factors Lecture notes and references on the subject Öğretim Yöntemleri:
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12 Rectifier Circuits - Single-Phase Bridge and Three-Phase Half-Wave Rectifier Circuits, Operating Principles, Current and Voltage Waveforms and Design Factors Lecture notes and references on the subject Öğretim Yöntemleri:
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13 Rectifier Circuits - Three-Phase Bridge and 12-Pulse Rectifier Circuits, Operating Principles Lecture notes and references on the subject Öğretim Yöntemleri:
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14 Rectifier Circuits - Current and Voltage Waveforms and Design Factors Lecture notes and references on the subject Öğretim Yöntemleri:
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15 Rectifier Circuits - PSCAD/EMTDC Simulation Program Rectifier Circuits Simulation PSCAD examples Öğretim Yöntemleri:
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16 Term Exams Final exam preparation Ölçme Yöntemleri:
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17 Term Exams Final exam preparation Ölçme Yöntemleri:
Yazılı Sınav


Student Workload - ECTS

Works Number Time (Hour) Workload (Hour)
Course Related Works
Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) 14 3 42
Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 14 4 56
Assesment Related Works
Homeworks, Projects, Others 0 0 0
Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 5 5
Final Exam 1 15 15
Total Workload (Hour) 118
Total Workload / 25 (h) 4,72
ECTS 5 ECTS