In this module, you will receive an introduction to the application domains and the forthcoming challenges that will be encountered in future Electrical Energy Conversion Systems (EECS).

Course Objectives:

The unit aims to:

· Provide an overview of the structure, function, and applications of electrical energy conversion systems.

· Describe the characteristics of system components and to undertake top-level design and performance calculations.

· The module will detail the various steps required to carry out the power quality analysis of an EECS system.

Who Should Attend?

This course is intended for engineers and other technical staff, who are involved in the selection, installation, operation, testing, troubleshooting, or maintenance of electrical equipment.

Course Outlines:

Knowledge and understanding

Explain the structure and function of EECS in the various sectors studied. Give examples of an EECS. Describe the characteristics and function of the main system components in an EECS
Understand power quality issues, analysis, and benchmark specifications.
Explain current issues for EECS systems in more-electric transportation and electrical energy networks
State and explain the main energy management, protection strategies, and devices of an EECS system
Understand and explain the technology and issues related to modern renewable power generation, wind in particular. Explain the design and principles of operation of energy conversion drives used in contemporary wind turbines

Intellectual skills

Apply electrical and mathematical principles to analyze the operation of an EECS
Undertake systematic analysis of engineering problems and develop solutions based on scientific and mathematical principles

Practical skills

Analysis techniques using either Excel or Matlab/Simulink
Evaluation of power quality through circuit measurements

Transferable skills and personal qualities

Prepare formal assignment and laboratory reports
Plan and undertake tasks in an extended engineering assignment
Plan and undertake learning activities based on the module resources

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