Content, progress and pedagogy of the module

Learning objectives

Knowledge

• Be able to comprehend dynamic models of the transformer, DC Motor, the synchronous machine and the induction machine
• Have knowledge about the limitations for a dynamic model of an electrical machine
• Control principles of DC motors
• Have knowledge about AC machines and space vectors
• Comprehension of techniques for scalar variable-speed control of induction machines
• Knowledge about implementation of different controllers for variable-speed AC-drives
• Knowledge about basic non-linear control theory and its application of electrical machine drives

Skills

• Independently be able to define and analyse scientific problems involving a dynamic model of an electrical machine
• Be able to analyse and design scalar and vector controllers for electrical drives
• Be able to apply selected linear and non-linear control methods for electrical drives

Competences

• Independently be able to define and analyse scientific problems involving a dynamic model of an electrical machine
• Be able to analyse and design scalar and vector controllers for electrical drives
• Be able to apply selected linear and non-linear control methods for electrical drives

Type of instruction

The course will be taught by a mixture of lectures, workshops, exercises, mini-projects and self-study.

Extent and expected workload

Since it is a 5 ECTS course module, the work load is expected to be 150 hours for the student

Exam

Exams

Name of exam	Dynamic Modelling of Electrical Machines and Control Systems
Type of exam	Written examination
ECTS	5
Permitted aids	With certain aids, see list below Unless otherwise stated in the course description in Moodle, it is permitted to bring all kinds of (engineering) aids including books, notes and advanced calculators. If the student brings a computer, it is not permitted to have access to the Internet and the teaching materials from Moodle must therefore be down loaded in advance on the computer. It is emphasized that no form of electronic communication must take place.
Assessment	7-point grading scale
Type of grading	Internal examination
Criteria of assessment	As stated in the Joint Programme Regulations. http:/​/​www.engineering.aau.dk/​uddannelse/​studieadministration/​