Alternating Current and Magnetic Circuits
| Structure Type: | Study unit |
|---|---|
| Code: | ISA0102 |
| Type: | Compulsory / Professional Studies |
| Curriculum: | I-ST 2012V |
| Level: | Bachelor of Engineering |
| Year of Study: | 1 (2012-2013) |
| Credits: | 3 cr |
| Responsible Teacher: | Verkkonen, Vesa |
| Language of Instruction: | Finnish |
Courses During the Academic Year 2012-2013
| Impl. | Group(s) | Study Time | Teacher(s) | Language | Enrolment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | I-ST-1V | 2013-03-04 – 2013-05-24 | Olli Tuovinen | Finnish | 2013-02-11 – 2013-03-04 |
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Learning Outcomes
The student gets familiar with magnetism and related phenomena and is able to solve simple magnetic circuits. The student is introduced to induction and basics of AC circuits and is able to solve basic problems concerning AC circuits.
Student's Workload
The total amount of student's work is 54 h, which contains 24 h of contact studies. The assessment of student’s own learning 1 h is included in contact lessons.
Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses
IXP0502 Electricity and Magnetism
ISA0101 Direct Current Circuits
Contents
Magnetism and variables of magnetic circuits, related laws and calculation of magnetic circuits. Electromagnetic induction, inductance and generation of alternating current. Instantaneous value, mean value and effective value of AC current. Resistance, inductance and capacitance in single-phase AC circuits.
Recommended or Required Reading and Other Learning Resources/Tools
Heikki Esala: Teoreettinen Sähkötekniikka 1 (chapters 3-4 and formula collection) in pdf-format .
Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
The AC theory and it appliance in practice is first looked into during lectures. After this, the students independently apply the learnt skills by solving practical calculations and assignments. The solutions to the calculations and assignments are gone through during lessons.
Assessment Criteria
Grade 1: The student knows those subjects of the course, which are necessary for the forthcoming studies and working life.
Grade 3: The student is well-abled to utilize the course contents.
Grade 5: The student is able to apply creatively the contents of the course.
Assessment Methods
Exam and activity demonstrated in calculations and assignments.