Frequency Converter Drives (15 cr)

Objective

After the course the student is familiar with the operating principles and characteristics of a frequency converter. The student will be able to plan and size the electrical machine with appropriate converter for different applications. Students will learn the use of the frequency converter with practical exercises. The student will be able to perform the commissioning of a frequency converter drive system, and he/ she can do all relevant electrical and mechanical measurements.

Content

-Frequency converters with operating principles
-Basics of motor control (induction machine)
-Sizing of a frequency control drive
-Connections, cabling, wiring, grounding, shielding
-Drive parameters and application programs
-Applications

Materials

Lecture materials, lab materials

Teaching methods

Lectures, exercises and laboratory work.

Student workload

Amount of work 15 ECTS = 405 hours

Evaluation scale

0-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student has achieved the course objectives fairly. The student will be able to identify, define and use the course subject area’s concepts and models. The student understands the criteria and principles of the expertise development. The student has completed the required learning exercises in minimum requirement level. His/her competences have developed in a way that he/she may complete the remaining studies in electrical engineering and automation technology and finally work in a suitable job position related to this field.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The student has achieved the course objectives well, even though the knowledge and skills need improvement on some areas. The student has completed the required learning exercises in good or satisfactory level. The student is able to define the course concepts and models and is able to justify the analysis. The student is able to apply their knowledge in study and work situations. The student understands the importance of expertise in the field of electrical engineering and automation technology and is able to analyze his/her own expertise.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student has achieved the objectives of the course with excellent marks. The student master commendably the course subject area’s concepts and models. The student has completed the required learning exercises in good or excellent level. The student is able to make justified and fluent analysis and to present concrete development measures. The student is well prepared to apply their knowledge study and work situations. Students are able to analyze the expertise in electrical engineering and automation technology and the evolvement of their own expertise.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

The student has achieved the course objectives fairly. The student will be able to identify, define and use the course subject area’s concepts and models. The student understands the criteria and principles of the expertise development. The student has completed the required learning exercises in minimum requirement level. His/her competences have developed in a way that he/she may complete the remaining studies in electrical engineering and automation technology and finally work in a suitable job position related to this field.

Assessment methods and criteria

Greade Points
0 0 – 50
1 51 – 70
2 71 – 90
3 91 – 110
4 111 – 130
5 131 - 150