Power Electronics

Course Description

Cost effective means of production in the modern industry is automation of the production processes. Functions and processes that would normally require human beings to do are programmed in logic controllers and performed. Electronic devices perform the intricate functions of the commands from the logic controllers. It is important to understand how the power electronic devices work.

Course Objectives:

This course unit aims at enabling the student to:

·         Describe the construction and principles of power electronic devices

·         Explain the working of principles of choppers and inverters

·         Develop skill and capacity to maintain and repair electronic control systems.

·         Troubleshoot and maintain power electronic systems

·         Diploma holders with knowledge and skill in electrical and electronics carry

 

Learning outcomes:

Upon completion the students should be able to:

·         Describe the construction and principles of power electronic devices

·         Explain the working of principles of choppers and inverters

·         Explain the operation of SMPS

·         Install, test and maintain power electronic PLC based automatic process control industries.