Course content

The specialization course will be a 7.5 pt course. Topics in the course is based on the field of research of the Power Electronic Systems and Components (PESC) group. Dependent on the topics of the specialization project of the students joining the course, it can be put more focus on some of the topics listed below:

• Solid-state components (pn diode, IGBT, MOSFETs, thyristors and WBG devices) and information on gate drivers, packaging, reliability and snubber circuits.
• Design aspects of converters (magnetics, filters, cooling system, testing procedures, sensors)
• Modulation schemes
• Advanced control topics in PE
• Grid integration of converters
• Laboratory: Building or testing of PE converters or use of the PESC Control Platform for control purposes (can include emulation)

Learning outcome

Knowledge:

When completed this course, the student shall have acquired in depth knowledge about the topic of here/his specialization topic.

Skills:

When completed this course, the student shall be able to solve problems within Power Electronics Systems and Components in a properly both scientifically and technically. This is especially valid for problems related to the topics related to the specialization project and master project for the actual student.

General competence:

After completed course, the student should have increased skills within:

• Effectively communicate with specialists as well as not-specialists by help of written reports and presentations
• Contribute with new ideas as well in innovation processes

Learning methods and activities

The topics are mainly covered in lectures, but some self study can be required. In addition, the students will work with a project in the lab. The project assignment can be linked to the most relevant topics with regard to the student's specialisation.

Specific conditions

Recommended previous knowledge

Knowledge equivalent to a bachelor's degree in Energy and Environment / Energy Engineering / Electric Power Engineering, in addition to completing the first year within the chosen main profile in the 2-year master's program in Energy and Environment

Required previous knowledge

The student can remain with a maximum of three courses from the underlying year. Prior knowledge corresponding to the courses indicated under recommended prior knowledge cannot be included in the subjects that are missing.

Course materials

Informed about at the startup of the course.