MODULE DESCRIPTOR
TITLE
MODULE CODE
LEVEL
CREDITS
ECTS CREDITS VALUE
FACULTY
DEPARTMENT
SUBJECT GROUP
MODULE LEADER
DATE OF APPROVAL
Electrical Engineering Principles
16-4501
4
20
10
Arts, Computing, Engineering and Sciences
Engineering and Mathematics
Electrical, Electronic and Control Engineering
Faris Al-naemi
rd
3 December 2015
MODULE AIM
The module aim is to equip the students with the fundamental practice and theory of electrical
engineering principles to develop their knowledge and understanding of electrical technology. The
students work individually and in groups to apply the theoretical knowledge in electrical engineering
into practice within the context of electrical laboratories.
MODULE LEARNING OUTCOMES
LO
1
2
3
Learning Outcome
Be able to choose relevant formulae and undertake calculations to solve problems related
to electrical, electronic and electromagnetic engineering.
Be able to operate basic electrical, electronic and electromagnetic laboratory test and
measurement equipment and to analyse the results against theoretical expectation.
Be aware of practical considerations, appropriate use of technology, professional conduct
and safe working practice.
INDICATIVE CONTENT
1. Electrical materials and circuit elements: conductors, insulators, Ohms law: Current, voltage,
power, resistance, Ohmic and non-Ohmic circuit elements.
2. Voltage and current sources: Characteristics of ideal and practical sources, and load
regulation.
3. Series and Parallel circuits: Resistors in series and parallel: Kirchhoff voltage and current
laws, voltage and current division rules.
4. Circuit theorems: Maximum power transfer, Thevenin’s and Norton’s theorem.
5. Electrostatic Fields and capacitance: Coulomb’s law, the electric field E, electric potential,
capacitance and energy stored in an electric field. Terminal i-v characteristic for a capacitor in
terms of time derivatives and integrals. Capacitance in series and in parallel and energy
stored in a capacitor. Capacitance in series and parallel.
6. Alternating waveforms: Define and use calculus to calculate mean and RMS values for a
number of time-varying signals including the sinewave. Calculation of phase shift from graphs
of two sinusoidal signals.
7. Alternating current circuits: Analyse very simple RL and RC circuits in time-domain. Then
introduce the rotating phasors. The concept of complex impedance. Circuit theorems and
laws for linear ac circuit analysis. Power in Ac circuits and power factor correction. Series and
parallel resonance.
8. Power in ac circuits : single phase power triangles and power components.
9. Introduction to three-phase systems. Current and voltage relationships in star and delta
configurations.
10. Electric resonant circuits : series and parallel resonance.
11. Magnetic Fields and inductance: Magnetic field vectors B and H, energy stored in a magnetic
field and inductance. Terminal i-v relations for an inductor in terms of time derivatives and
integrals. Inductors in series and in parallel and energy stored in an inductor.
12. Faraday’s law and electromagnetic induction: Induced electromotive force. The generation of
a sine wave voltage using a basic one-pole pair system and a coil and definition of cyclic and
angular frequency and phase angle.
13. Ohm's law lab.
14. Electrical network lab.
15. Capacitors charging and discharge lab.
16. Ac circuits lab.
17. Filter circuits lab.
18. Resonance circuits lab.
LEARNING, TEACHING AND ASSESSMENT STRATEGY AND METHODS
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The module will be supported by a virtual learning environment site (e.g. Blackboard) which provides
relevant learning, teaching and assessment material.
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Most new subject material will be introduced in lectures, however laboratories and tutorials may provide
some content when more appropriate.
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Tutorials will help to reinforce the students' understanding of the subject matter and to help develop
problem solving skills.
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A laboratory programme will provide an opportunity for students to develop their experimental,
communication and problem solving skills, in addition to skills in basic electrical/ electronic laboratory
measurements, circuit simulation and analysis. Supervised laboratory experience is particularly important
for increasing employability. This ensures that practical considerations, appropriate use of technology,
professional conduct and safe working practices are learned alongside the underpinning principles and
methodology.
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Guided and autonomous learning will be employed whenever appropriate and be supported by
Blackboard content.
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As and when appropriate, a computer aided package (e.g. simulation) will be used to assist learning.
ASSESSMENT DESCRIPTION
The coursework components of the assessment are typically based on assignments conducting
practical task such as verifications of the fundamental circuit theories, ac and dc electrical circuits and
principle measurements. Several elements will contribute to the coursework mark for the module. It is
envisaged that some independent study may be required from students to complete some of the
coursework element.
Whereas the coursework allows time for students to reflect upon their learning and undertake selfstudy to further their learning, the examination provides the opportunity for students to carry out
independent work on the principles and concepts of the subject under time-constrained conditions.
The examination is an unseen paper.
ASSESSMENT PATTERN - TASK INFORMATION (STANDARD ASSESSMENT MODEL)
The marks for the module will be produced from coursework and an end-of-module examination in
the ratio 50:50. The coursework may comprise a written (essay) assignment, an analytical
(mathematical) assignment or a laboratory mark generated either from a formal report or from an "inthe-lab" assessment.
Task No.*
Description of
Assessment Task
Task
Weighting
%
1
Coursework
50
2
Examination
50
Word
Count or
Exam
Duration**
2000
words
equivalent
2 hours
Subtasks
+
Y/N
IMR^
Y/N
Final
Task
Y/N
Y
Y
N
N
N
Y
ANY ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS MODULE
The students taking this module should have an appropriate level of mathematical literacy. This includes
basic arithmetic, linear algebra and theory of complex numbers.
FEEDBACK TO STUDENTS
Students will receive feedback on their performance in the following ways:

The students are given group feedback via their virtual learning environment (currently
Blackboard) and in the lectures. Individual verbal feedback is provided in the seminars and
laboratories.
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The students are encouraged to ask questions during lectures, laboratories and seminars and
they would receive feedback to deal with their queries.
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Their individual Corse Work reports will be marked. Written feedback is provided for each report
to aid their learning. The justification for the mark allocated would be provided in-line with the
marking and assessment criteria.
LEARNING RESOURCES FOR THIS MODULE (INCLUDING READING LISTS)
Learning materials will generally be posted on their virtual learning environment (currently Blackboard)
and will typically comprise of:
 Lecture notes.
 Seminar questions.
 Laboratory notes
Other learning material would be suggested for guided reading and further studies.
The student would be encouraged to search for relevant materials through literature search
techniques and to use correct referencing in their report.
To find and access module resource lists online (RLO) search via https://shu.rl.talis.com/index.html.
Resources including current reading lists may also be provided on Blackboard.
Reading List
Main Textbooks
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Edward Hughes, Electrical Technology, Pergamon, Education Ltd, (9th or 10th Editions are
the best)
Neil Storey, Electrical and Electronic Systems, Prentice Hall, 2004
Electric machinery fundamentals, Stephen Chapman.
MODULE STUDY HOURS (KEY INFORMATION SET)
Module Study Hours - Breakdown of Hours by Type
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activity type*
Hours by type
KIS category
Lecture
24
Scheduled L&T
Tutorials
10
Scheduled L&T
Laboratory
14
Scheduled L&T
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities sub-total
48
Guided Independent Study
152
Total Number of Study Hours (based on 10 hours per credit) 200
CHECKED
Date
Reason
April 2016
Checked Against SI - correct
Independent
REVISIONS
Date
Reason