Electromechanics (H7133)
Electromechanics
Module H7133
Module details for 2027/28.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 5
Full Module Description
This module develops understanding of electromagnetic theory and the principles that govern modern electrical machines. In this module, you will learn about electrical potential, power transmission, induction, energy conversion, and the application of electromagnetic laws to engineering systems. The module examines transformers, DC and AC machines, with focus on applying mathematical models, analysing performance, and interpreting technical data.
This module benefits from laboratory experiments to give you a hands-on approach on electrical machines, and a better understanding of their operating principles. Through computational modelling and simulation, you will also model, integrate, test, and evaluate electromagnetic systems and electrical machines using appropriate industry-standard software.
Module Topics:
Electrical potential, current and current density, resistance, Electric and Magnetic Fields, Ampere’s law, Lorentz force, magnetic bearings, magnetic circuits, electromagnets and permanent magnets, hysteresis, relays, Faraday’s Law, self and mutual induction, transformers and their applications in efficient power transmission, moving coil devices, DC Machines, stepper motors, servomotors, 3-phase AC systems, rotating magnetic fields, induction machines, linear motors, power in AC circuits, real, reactive and complex power, power factor correction, synchronous machine principles, electrical and piezo-electrical actuators. efficiency of electromechanical systems and power transmission.
The syllabus thus addresses the AHEP4 Learning outcomes: [M1, M2, M3, M4, M12, M13, M16, M18], [C1, C2, C3, C4, C12, C13, C16, C18]
Module Outline
This module develops understanding of electromagnetic theory and the principles that govern modern electrical machines. In this module, you will learn about electrical potential, power transmission, induction, energy conversion, and the application of electromagnetic laws to engineering systems. The module examines transformers, DC and AC machines, with focus on applying mathematical models, analysing performance, and interpreting technical data.
This module benefits from laboratory experiments to give you a hands-on approach on electrical machines, and a better understanding of their operating principles. Through computational modelling and simulation, you will also model, integrate, test, and evaluate electromagnetic systems and electrical machines using appropriate industry-standard software.
Module Topics:
Electrical potential, current and current density, resistance, Electric and Magnetic Fields, Ampere’s law, Lorentz force, magnetic bearings, magnetic circuits, electromagnets and permanent magnets, hysteresis, relays, Faraday’s Law, self and mutual induction, transformers and their applications in efficient power transmission, moving coil devices, DC Machines, stepper motors, servomotors, 3-phase AC systems, rotating magnetic fields, induction machines, linear motors, power in AC circuits, real, reactive and complex power, power factor correction, synchronous machine principles, electrical and piezo-electrical actuators. efficiency of electromechanical systems and power transmission.
The syllabus thus addresses the AHEP4 Learning outcomes: [M1, M2, M3, M4, M12, M13, M16, M18], [C1, C2, C3, C4, C12, C13, C16, C18]
Module learning outcomes
Demonstrate critical understanding of electromagnetic field theory as applied to electrical and electromechanical systems.
Apply electromagnetic field theory to analyse and predict the behaviour and efficiency of electrical and electromechanical systems.
Apply engineering analysis of electromagnetic field theory and electrical machines in practical and experimental settings; including systems modelling and interpretation of data.
Apply appropriate computational and analytical techniques to investigate electromagnetic field theory and electrical machines; and evaluate the limitations and advantages of using such techniques.
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Group written submission | Autumn Semester Week 11 Fri 16:00 | 40.00% |
| Unseen Examination | Semester 1 Assessment | 60.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn Semester | Lecture | 2 hours | 11111111111 |
| Autumn Semester | Lecture | 1 hour | 01010101010 |
| Autumn Semester | Laboratory | 1 hour | 11111111111 |
| Autumn Semester | Practical | 2 hours | 00000111100 |
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