Eletrical motors and power production (ELK240)

Introduction to static and rotating electrical machines with a focus on structure, functions and characteristics. It also focuses on the importance of machines for electricity production and distribution, as well as the use of electrical energy to carry out work in industry. The course also provides an introduction to the production of electrical energy from water, wind, thermal power and the sun, as well as the importance of production technology for the function and characteristics of the power grid.


Course description for study year 2025-2026. Please note that changes may occur.

Facts

Course code

ELK240

Version

1

Credits (ECTS)

10

Semester tution start

Autumn

Number of semesters

1

Exam semester

Autumn

Language of instruction

Norwegian

Offered by
Time table

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Content

This course is about the structure, functions and characteristics of static and rotating electrical machines. The student must acquire knowledge about the structure of electrical machines and their importance for electricity production and distribution and their importance for the use of electrical energy to carry out work in industry. The course also provides an introduction to the production of electrical energy from water, wind, thermal power and the sun, as well as the importance of production technology for the function and characteristics of the power grid.

Learning outcome

  • Have knowledge of the production of electrical energy from water, wind, thermal power and the sun.
  • Have knowledge of synchronous generators, transformers, 3-phase distribution and autotransformers, DC generators and DC motors, induction machines (asynchronous machines), and synchronous machines.
  • Know converter technology, rectifiers and inverters, and be able to describe function, use and connection.
  • Have knowledge of modern electric motors and associated converters for use with DC voltages, including PMSM and BLDC.
  • Be able to understand and explain concepts such as commutation, efficiency, mechanical and electrical losses.
  • Have knowledge of lifetime estimation, fault situations, malfunctions and typical forms of machine failure on electrical transformers, motors and converters.
  • Understand the need for protection of motors when using motor guards.

Required prerequisite knowledge

None

Recommended prerequisites

ELE100 Electrical Engineering

Exam

Form of assessment Weight Duration Marks Aid
Written exam 1/1 4 Hours Letter grades No printed or written materials are allowed. Approved basic calculator allowed

Written exam with pen and paper.

Coursework requirements

Lab exercises, Theory assigments

6 of 10 compulsatory theory assignments must be approved.

8 of 10 compulsatory lab assignments must be approved.

Course teacher(s)

Course coordinator:

Tormod Drengstig

Study Program Director:

Tormod Drengstig

Method of work

6 hours lectures, 2 hours problem solving and 2 hours lab sessions pr week

Open for

Electrical Engineering, Vocational Path - Bachelor in Engineering Electrical Engineering - Bachelor in Engineering Industrial Economics - Master of Science Degree Programme, Five Year

Course assessment

There must be an early dialogue between the course supervisor, the student union representative and the students. The purpose is feedback from the students for changes and adjustments in the course for the current semester.In addition, a digital course evaluation must be carried out at least every three years. Its purpose is to gather the students experiences with the course.

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