Alternating Current Circuits
| Structure Type: | Study unit |
|---|---|
| Code: | IST3002 |
| Curriculum: | ST 2020 |
| Level: | Bachelor of Engineering |
| Year of Study: | 1 (2020-2021) |
| Credits: | 3 cr |
| Responsible Teacher: | Mäkinen, Seppo |
| Language of Instruction: | Finnish |
Courses During the Academic Year 2020-2021
| Impl. | Group(s) | Study Time | Teacher(s) | Language | Enrolment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3001 | ST2020-1, ST2020-1A, ST2020-1B, ST2020-1C, ST2020-1D | 2021-01-04 – 2021-02-28 | Matti Niskala, Tapani Esala | Finnish | 2020-08-17 – 2021-01-10 |
Learning Outcomes
The student is introduced to induction phenomenon and the basics of AC theory and learns to solve basic problems on alternating currents.
Student's Workload
The total amount of student's work is 84 h, which contains 42 h of contact studies.
Prerequisites / Recommended Optional Courses
IST2003 Electricity and Magnetism 1
IST2004 Direct Current Circuits
Contents
Generation of AC power from mechanical energy. Induktion and induktance. Principle of a transformer and generation of iron losses appearing in electric machines. Intstantaneous value, mean value and effective value. Describing sinusoidal AC power with a rotating indicator and with a effective value indicator. Behavior of resistance, induktance and capasitance in AC circuit. RC, RL and RLC 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 5: The student is able to apply creatively the contents of the course.
Grade 3: The student is well-abled to utilize the course contents.
Grade 1: The student knows those subjects of the course, which are necessary for the forthcoming studies and working life.
Assessment Methods
Exam and activity demonstrated in calculations and assignments.
Further Information
Responsible organization: VAMK