2nd course in the Power Electronics Specialization
Instructor: Robert Erickson, Ph.D., Professor
This course introduces more advanced concepts of switched-mode converter circuits. Realization of the power semiconductors in inverters or in converters having bidirectional power flow is explained. Power diodes, power MOSFETs, and IGBTs are explained, along with the origins of their switching times. Equivalent circuit models are refined to include the effects of switching loss. The discontinuous conduction mode is described and analyzed. A number of well-known converter circuit topologies are explored, including those with transformer isolation. The homework assignments include a boost converter and an H-bridge inverter used in a grid-interfaced solar inverter system, as well as transformer-isolated forward and flyback converters.
Prior knowledge needed: Introduction to Circuits and Electronics (Basic Electronics), Linear Circuits, Microelectronics, Circuits as Systems and Introduction to Power Electronics
Learning Outcomes
Syllabus
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Grading
Assignment |
Percentage of Grade |
Week 1: Homework Assignment 1: Ch 4.1: Switch Realization |
10% |
Week 2: Homework Assignment 2: Ch 4.2: Power Semiconductor Switches |
10% |
Week 3: Homework Assignment 3: Ch 5: Discontinuous Conduction Mode |
15% |
Week 4: Homework Assignment 4: Ch 6: Converter Circuits |
10% |
Week 4: Practice Exam |
10% |
Week 4: Final Exam |
45% |
Letter Grade Rubric
Letter Grade |
Minimum Percentage |
A |
92% |
A- |
90% |
B+ |
88% |
B |
82% |
B- |
80% |
C+ |
78% |
C |
72% |
C- |
70% |
D+ |
68% |
D |
56% |
F |
0% |