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Electrical Machines

To develop understanding of the theory and application of single and three phase electrical machines

Information
Course Code DE5404
Level 5
Credits 15

Description

Demonstrate and apply knowledge of transformer theory (single and three phase to 11kV, & vector groups)

Demonstrate knowledge of DC motor and generator operation with appropriate speed control systems

Demonstrate knowledge of and apply the theory of AC SQIM and WRIM induction motors

Demonstrate knowledge of AC motor speed control (DOL, star-delta, Primary resistance, autotransformer, soft-starter, VFD/VSD)

Demonstrate knowledge of mechanical gearboxes, toothed and V belt systems as may be applied to reduce the speed of an electric motor

Demonstrate knowledge of AC motor selection for typical applications

Demonstrate knowledge of operating an induction synchronous motor as a generator

Demonstrate knowledge of typical single phase AC and fractional horsepower motors (capacitor start and run, split phase, shaded pole, servo and stepper)

Demonstrate knowledge of single phase AC speed control systems

Delivered as part of the following programmes