Power Electronics with Applications in Renewable Energy Systems E-ENE101
Power electronic circuits are an essential component in control of electrical machines (found in e.g. cars and trains, robots and manufacturing equipment), and for integration of renewable and distributed energy sources; including wind turbines, photovoltaic, marine energy systems and energy storage systems.
Producing electrical power using renewable sources mandates power electronic devices to deliver it to consumers. This course covers the elemental concepts of how this is achieved.
Content
This course covers elemental concepts and implementation of a grid connected DC source, such as a photovoltaic array or a battery.
The course content may include the following topics:
1. Fundamental concepts of switch mode device operation.
2. Review of essential eletrical engineering (laws, components and circuits)
3. System overview of a grid connected DC source
4. Essential characteristics of photovoltaic arrays and batteries
5. Computer aided modelling and simulation (MATLAB with Simscape)
6. The boost converter (DC-DC)
7. The full-bridge converter (DC-AC)
8. Complex power and power flow
9. Grid syncronisation and frequency estimation (using a phase-locked loop)
10. Essentials for controlling of a grid connected full-brigde
On successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
Explain the merits of switching electronic circuits over non-switched circuits
Be aware of practical limitations set by relevant semiconductor physics
Discuss the main characteristics and operating principles of the boost converter and the full-brigde converter
Discuss the salient characteristics of batteries or photovoltaic cells and how they can be integrated using grid interfacing converters
Elementary understanding of how power flow is measured
Discuss briefly the main issues associated with frequency estimation and control for a grid connected converter
Have knowledge of some issues relating to the safety of grid connected devices.
Have knowledge of, or be able to use a software tool for simulating the time and/or frequency response of a simple electrical circuit or system
Recommended Knowledge or Prerequisites
University physics and mathematics
Electrical engineering
Control engineering
10 video lectures (digital/online)
10 associated obligatory quizzes (may use simulation software) (digital/online)
This is an online course where you can take the course in your own pace.
Digital Home Exam
Date: to be annunced
The obligatory quizzes must be completed and approved before access to the final exam is given.
Read more about the admission requirements here: Universitet og høgskole - Samordna opptak. If you apply on the basis of formal competence , the necessary documentation must be uploaded at the same time as you apply.
Admission requirements for foreign education
You must document their higher education entrance qualification according to the GSU-list. You can find more information about the GSU-list here by choosing the country where your education is taken. The language requirement is mandotary for English and Norwegian.
You must must upload an offical translated diploma in either English or a Scandinavian language before submission.
Language requirements
Applicants with English as a second language must document sufficient knowledge of English. Either an English test like TOEFL or upload a document from your HR/superior at work, that English is your working language.
You can also go to Samordna opptak to see which countries require an English test (GSU list).
If you do not meet the language requirements above you may apply on the basis of prior learning. If the default language at work is english, please upload a document from your manager/HR manager that confirms your language proficiency.
Admission based on prior learning (realkompetanse)
If you wish to apply for admission to higher education, are aged 25 or over and do not have higher education entrance qualifications, you may apply on the basis of prior learning. The University of Stavanger itself has the authority to assess what qualifications that are required. Please upload a CV and work-certificate.
Notes, lecture slides, papers & book chapters.
The course will be set up as long as there is a sufficient amount of applicants
