Power Systems for Aerospace, Marine and Automotive Applications (20c)
| Code | School | Level | Credits | Semesters |
| EEEE4112 | Electrical and Electronic Engineering | 4 | 20 | Spring UK |
- Code
- EEEE4112
- School
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering
- Level
- 4
- Credits
- 20
- Semesters
- Spring UK
Summary
This module considers the design and operation of Power Systems in a range or transport related applications.
Reassessment of the module, if required, will be by reassessment of the failed elements.
Target Students
MEng, MSc and PhD students of Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Classes
- Two 2-hour lectures each week for 11 weeks
Assessment
- 30% Coursework 1: Maximum 5000 words and 10 pages (excluding references)
- 30% Coursework 2: Report: maximum 20 pages excluding references
- 40% Exam (2-hour): End of module exam (spring)
Assessed by end of spring semester
Educational Aims
This module aims to develop an understanding of the design and operation of electrical power systems in aerospace, marine and automotive applications. With the introduction of more electric technologies in these application areas, the understanding and expected performance of the power system has become a critical platform design issue.Learning Outcomes
By the end of the module, students should be able to:
LO1 Develop proper understanding of the needs and concept of transportation electrification.
LO2 Demonstrate a knowledge of the design of Electrical Power Systems in Aerospace, Marine and Automotive applications.
LO3 Select the most appropriate power system solutions for a large range of More Electric Transport applications.
LO4 Demonstrate a good knowledge of electrical power system elements in transport systems including generation, distribution, protection and loads.
LO5 Select and apply techniques to design an electromechanical actuator for individually given technical specifications and application area.
This module contributes to the delivery of the following Engineering Council outcomes:
M1, M2, C3, M3, M4, M5, M7, C15, M15 and M17