Module Details
Module Code: |
SYST C4604 |
Module Title:
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Power Electronics & Electrical Systems
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Title:
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Power Electronics & Electrical Systems
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Module Level:: |
8 |
Module Coordinator: |
Frances Hardiman
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Module Author:: |
Vincent O Brien
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Module Description: |
To understand the generation, control, distribution, and consumption of electrical power within an industrial environment. Understand the hazards and safety procedures associated with electrical systems.
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Learning Outcomes |
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: |
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Learning Outcome Description |
LO1 |
Analyse how electrical power is generated and consumed. |
LO2 |
Plan the regulation and distribution of electrical power in industrial environments. |
LO3 |
Analyse, model, and simulate electrical systems in software. |
LO4 |
Assess the hazards and safety systems associated with electrical systems. |
Dependencies |
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
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No recommendations listed |
Co-requisite Modules
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No Co-requisite modules listed |
Additional Requisite Information
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No Co Requisites listed
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Indicative Content |
Electrical Power Systems
Single-phase and three-phase generation and distribution. AC generators, DC generators, transformers, rectifiers, and inverters. Electrical schematics and symbols.
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Sensors and Switches
Proximity switches, photoelectric switches, photoelectric switches, limit switches, level switches, flow-switches, Temperature, and pressure switches. Relays, power relays, general-purpose relays, latching relays, solid-state relays. Electric contact classification.
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Motors and Actuators
AC motors, DC motors, synchronous, inductions and stepper motors. Motor constructions and operations. Motor control and factors affecting motor output power, torque, speed and direction of rotation. Linear actuators.
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Safety Systems
Dangers and hazards associated with high voltage lines and equipment. Principle of operation of circuit breakers. MCB rating and trip characteristics. Fuse types and ratings, RCD and RCBO principles. Emergency stops and Lock-out systems.
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Module Content & Assessment
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Assessment Breakdown | % |
Continuous Assessment | 20.00% |
Practical | 20.00% |
End of Module Formal Examination | 60.00% |
AssessmentsFull Time
End of Module Formal Examination |
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Reassessment Requirement |
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.
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SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
Module Workload
Workload: Full Time |
Workload Type |
Workload Category |
Contact Type |
Workload Description |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Hours |
Lecture |
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Contact |
No Description |
Every Week |
3.00 |
3 |
Laboratory |
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Contact |
No Description |
Every Week |
2.00 |
2 |
Independent Learning Time |
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Non Contact |
No Description |
Every Week |
2.00 |
2 |
Total Weekly Contact Hours |
5.00 |
Module Resources
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Recommended Book Resources |
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Michael E. Brumbach. (2016), Industrial Electricity, 2nd. Cengage Learning, p.688, [ISBN: 9781305855458].
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Stamatios Manesis,George Nikolakopoulos. Introduction to Industrial Automation, Subsequent. [ISBN: 9781351069083].
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Other Resources |
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