Year
2021
Units
4.5
Contact
1 x 2-hour lecture weekly
1 x 1.5-hour workshop weekly
Prerequisites
1 of ENGR1201, ENGR1205
Enrolment not permitted
ENGR8991 has been successfully completed
Topic description

Electrical energy generation, dc generation and transmission, ac generation and transmission, distribution automation, electrical motors, electrical traction, electrical heating, illumination.

Educational aims

This topic aims to develop in students a theoretical and practical understanding of electrical engineering principles, through studying:

  • Electrical and magnetic systems
  • Energy conversion
  • The social, economic, cultural and environmental aspects of electrical engineering
Expected learning outcomes
On completion of this topic you will be expected to be able to:

  1. Demonstrate a practical understanding of electrical and magnetic systems
  2. Demonstrate a practical understanding of energy conversion
  3. Discuss the social, economic, cultural and environmental aspects of electrical engineering