Calculation Methods of Circuits
| Structure Type: | Study unit |
|---|---|
| Code: | IST4004 |
| Type: | Compulsory / Basic Studies |
| Curriculum: | ST 2016 |
| Level: | Bachelor of Engineering |
| Year of Study: | 2 (2017-2018) |
| Credits: | 5 cr |
| Responsible Teacher: | Verkkonen, Vesa |
| Language of Instruction: | Finnish |
Courses During the Academic Year 2017-2018
| Impl. | Group(s) | Study Time | Teacher(s) | Language | Enrolment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | I-ST-2N | 2017-09-01 – 2017-12-22 | Kari Jokinen | Finnish | 2017-08-23 – 2017-09-18 |
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Learning Outcomes
The student knows the complex number system when calculating AC circuits and knows how to apply it to practical circuits, choose the best solution method for varying applications, can use PC software when calculating circuits.
Student's Workload
Total work load of the course: 140 h
- of which scheduled studies: 70 h
- of which autonomous studies: 70 h
Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses
IST2004 Direct Current Circuits
IST3002 Alternating Current Circuits
IST2003 Electricity annd magnetism 1
Contents
Components of AC circuit. Curent, voltage, power and energy as a funktion of time. Complex number system, power calculation in AC systems, series and parallel resonance circuits and their application, quality factor and bandwith. Use of matrix equation with mesh and node analysis, superposition, Thevenin and Norton theorems, simple network parameters and the use of desibel, circuits containing drived sources, symmetric and asymmetric 3-phase systems
Recommended or Required Reading and Other Learning Resources/Tools
Vesa Verkkonen, Teoreettinen sähkötekniikka 2, Virtapiirien laskentamenetelmät/Piirianalyysi,164 s. (handout)
Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Lectures, compulsory PC exercises, home assignments
Assessment Criteria
5: The student is able to utilise the methods learnt during the study unit independently and combine the knowledge with previously learnt in various contexts.
3: The student is able to utilise the methods learnt during the study unit independently.
1: The student is able, with guidance, to utilise themethods learnt during the study unit.
Assessment Methods
Exam, completed PC exercises, completed home assignments
Further Information
Responsible organization: VAMK