Maui Community College
Course Outline
1. Alpha
ETRO Number
350
Course Title
Power Systems
Credits
3
Department
STEM Author Jung Park
Date of Outline
09/20/2010
Effective Date fall 2011
5-year Review Date fall2016
2. Course Description:
Studies the basic principles of electromechanical energy conversion: single and
three-phase circuits, transformers, three-phase induction and synchronous machine, DC machine, AC
including magnetic circuits, and poly-phase circuits. Demonstrates energy management systems and
efficiency concepts from engineering technology. Studies power generation and transmission system.
Utilizes computer programming and modeling. Includes laboratory exercises and inquiries.
Cross-list
Contact Hours/Type
3. Pre-requisites
4hr. lecture/lab
ETRO 360 and 370, all with grade C or better.
Pre-requisite may be waived by consent
yes
no
Co-requisites
Recommended Preparation
4. Function/Designation
AS Program
AAS Program
BAS Program
AA Category
Category
List Additional Programs and Category:
Category
Other
Developmental/Remedial
Additional Category
List Additional Programs and Category:
List Additional Programs and Category: Engineering Technology
Other/Additional: Explain:
See Curriculum Action Request (CAR) form for the college-wide general education student learning
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Chancellor
Approval Date
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outcomes (SLOs) and/or the program learning outcomes (PLOs) this course supports.
This course outline is standardized and/or the result of a community college or system-wide agreement.
Responsible committee:
5. Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs): List one to four inclusive SLOs.
For assessment, link these to #7 Recommended Course Content, and #9 Recommended Course
Requirements & Evaluation. Use roman numerals (I., II., III.) to designate SLOs
On successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
I. demonstrate knowledge of power systems concepts relevant to electrical and electromechanical
energy;
II. develop modeling techniques for the analysis and design of electromechanical system;
III. evaluate energy efficiency solutions in managing utility systems needs; and
IV. demonstrate methods used in the experimental determination of the characteristics and in the
measurements of an electromechanical and electrical power system.
6. Competencies/Concepts/Issues/Skills
For assessment, link these to #7 Recommended Course Content, and #9 Recommended Course
Requirements & Evaluation. Use lower case letters (a., b.…zz. )to designate competencies/skills/issues
On successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
a. solve problems related to the sinusoidal steady state of electrical circuits;
b. apply the laws of magnetic circuits and their application for the solution of problems related to flux
distribution and inductance calculations;
c. use the principles of a power transformer equivalent circuit for test data (open and short circuit tests);
d. solve the transformer circuit to obtain the transformer performance;
e. obtain experimentally the machine parameters for both the synchronous and the induction machine;
f. use the data to obtain the machine equivalent circuit; and
g. utilize the capabilities of MATLAB with SIMULINK and its applications to power to simulate energy
systems.
7. Suggested Course Content and Approximate Time Spent on Each Topic
Linked to #5. Student Learning Outcomes and # 6 Competencies/Skills/Issues
Review of sinusoidal steady state, phasors, and AC power. 2-3 weeks (I, a, b, g)
Magnetic materials and magnetic circuits. 2-3 weeks (I, II, III, a, b, c, d, g)
Single and three-phase transformers and autotransformers. 2-3 weeks (I, II, III, IV, a, b, c, d, f, g)
Fundamentals of electromechanical energy conversion. 2-3 weeks (I, II, III, IV, a, b, c, d, f, g)
Induction machines. 2-3 weeks (I, II, III, IV, a, b, c, d, e, f, g)
Synchronous machines. 2-3 weeks (I, II, III, IV, a, b, c, d, e, f, g)
DC machines. 2-3 weeks (I, II, III, IV, a, b, c, d, e, f, g)
Tour of alternative energy and energy conservation facilities on Maui. 1 week
8. Text and Materials, Reference Materials, and Auxiliary Materials
Appropriate text(s) and materials will be chosen at the time the course is offered from those currently
available in the field. Examples include:
Stephen J. Chapman, Electric Machinery Fundamentals, 4/E, Mc Graw Hill, 2005, ISBN978-0-07246523-5
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Appropriate reference materials will be chosen at the time the course is offered from those currently
available in the field. Examples include:
V. Del Toro, Basic Electric Machines, Prentice Hall, 1990, ISBN-10: 0130601462
Appropriate auxiliary materials will be chosen at the time the course is offered from those currently
available in the field. Examples include:
software such as MATLAB with SIMULINK.
9. Suggested Course Requirements and Evaluation
Linked to #5. Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) and #6 Competencies/Skills/Issues
Specific course requirements are at the discretion of the instructor at the time the course is being offered.
Suggested requirements might include, but are not limited to:
labs/exercises:
30-50% (I, II, III, IV, a-g)
class participation:
0-15% (I, II, III, IV, a-g)
projects/research:
10-20% (I, II, III, IV, a-g)
quizzes (In class & pre-class): 0-10% (I, II, III, IV, a-g)
written examinations:
10-40% (I, II, III, IV, a-g)
10. Methods of Instruction
Instructional methods will vary considerably by instructor. Specific methods are at the discretion of the
instructor teaching the course and might include, but are not limited to:
inquiry lab experiences;
lab activities and exercises;
demonstrations;
group projects or team challenges;
audio/visual presentations (pre-prepared or internet-based);
class discussions;
guest speakers or field trips; and
lectures.
11. Assessment of Intended Student Learning Outcomes Standards Grid attached
12. Additional Information:
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