Electrical Engineering - Power Systems

CONTROL SYSTEMS AND POWER ELECTRONICS

General Data

Type of credits: ECTS
Number of credits: 7.50
Status: Mandatory
Type: Course
Academic Year:
Term:
Languages: English, Portuguese
Available for Mobility Students: No
Restricted to alliance: No
Code: Sin codigo

Coordination

Description

Theory
2

Theory/Practice
1

Laboratory
2

Instructors

Rui Brito


 

Contents

CP1 - DC/DC converters and application examples in (1) DC motor control; (2) Photovoltaic systems; (3) Equalization of battery cells
CP2 - Voltage Source Converters (VSCs); Modulation techniques
CP3 - Basic Principles of Control; PI controllers
CP4 -Control of power converters
 

Learning Outcomes

OB1 - To provide students with comprehensive knowledge of systems controlled by Power Electronic Converters
OB2 - To provide specific knowledge students on motor control
OB2 - To provide students with specific knowledge about power converters used in wind turbines and photovoltaic panels
OB4 - To provide students with specific knowledge about energy storage systems using grid-connected batteries and chargers for electric vehicles
OB5 - To provide students with knowledge on conversion and transport of energy in High Voltage DC and on systems for the improvement of energy quality
OB6 - Students should be able to research and develop innovative and sustainable technical solutions
OB7 - Develop interpersonal skills and teamwork skills