Dr.

Babasaheb Ambedkar Technological University

P.E.S. COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING, AURNGABAD
DEPERTMENT OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
PART-A COURSE OUTLINE
Course Title Power electronics
Course code Year of study 3 rd (VIth sem)
Course mode Theoretical with substantial laboratory/practice content
Compulsory/elective Compulsory
Course prerequisite Network analysis / circuit theory
Prerequisite Circuit Analysis, fundamental electronics circuits, differential
Knowledge equations and Calculus
Duration One semester Credit: 04
Text books and [1] “Power Electronics: Circuits, Devices, and Applications”,
references M.H.Rashid , Prentice-Hall International
[2] “Power electronics”, M.D. Singh and K.B. Khanchandani, Tata
McGraw Hill, 2nd Edition.
[3] Murthi.V. R- Power Electonics Devices, circuits and
Industrial Applications.(Oxford).
[4] Bimbhra.P. S- Power Electronics.(Khanna Publication).
Course description Power electronics deals with the application of solid-state electronics
for the control and conversion of electric power. Applications
include electronic power supplies, Electrical motor controls, and
renewable energy systems. The course is an introduction to
switched-mode power converters. It provides a basic knowledge of
circuitry for the control and conversion of electrical power with high
efficiency. These converters can change and regulate the voltage,
current, or power.
Topics covered
Course outcomes 1. Students understand the theory and applications of power
electronics systems for high efficiency, renewable and energy
saving conversion systems, [a, e, k]
2. Students know the characteristics of different power electronics
switches, drivers and selection of components for different
applications, [a, b, c, e]
3. Students understand the switching behaviour and design of power
electronics circuits such as DC/DC, AC/DC, DC/AC and AC/AC
converters.[a, b, c, d, e, k, l]
Class Test :10%
Laboratory/Practice: 50%
Course assessment
Final Exam. :40 %

Relationship to This course primarily contributes to electrical, electronics and

program Objectives power program outcomes that develop students abilities to:
and outcomes a. Ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science and
engineering.
e. Ability to identify, formulate and solve engineering
problems.
k. Ability to use the techniques, skills and modern
engineering tools necessary for engineering practice.
 This course secondarily contributes to electrical, electronics and
power program outcomes that develop students abilities to:
b. Ability to design and conduct experiments.
c. Ability to design a system, component or process to meet
desired needs.
d. Ability to function on multidisciplinary teams.
l. Ability to use the computer/IT tools relevant to the discipline along
with an understanding of their processes and limitations.

Sr. Topics and contents

No.
Power semiconductor devices & their characteristics :
Characteristics and operation of power diodes, Thyristors,
power transistors (BJTs, MOSFETs, IGBTs, SITs), Ratings
1 and applications of power semiconductor devices.
Introduction to types of power electronic circuits: diode
rectifiers, AC-DC converters, AC-AC converters, DC-DC
converters, DC-AC converters
Turn on and Turn off circuits for power semiconductor
devices;
BJT base drive requirements and drive circuit, MOSFET &
2
IGBT gate drive circuits, Isolation of gate/base drives:
Pulse transformers, optocouplers Thyristor firing schemes,
Gate drive ICs
Diode Rectifiers and AC-DC converters :
Diode Rectifiers: Single phase half wave, full wave
Course contents and
rectifiers with R and RL load, Three phase bridge rectifier
relationship to
with R and RL load, Effect of source inductance
program criteria
3 Controlled Rectifiers : Principle of phase controlled
rectification, single phase semi and full converter with R
and RL load, power factor improvement in controlled
rectifiers, three phase semi and full converter with R and
RL load.
AC voltage controllers (AC-AC converters) : Principle of
on-off control, principle of phase control in single phase
4 and three phase circuits, Cycloconverters: single phase
cycloconverter operation, three phase cycloconverter
operation.
DC-DC converters : Classification of DC-DC converters,
5 Buck converter, Boost converter, Buck-Boost converter,
Cuk converter
DC-AC converters : Principle of operation and
performance parameters, single phase bridge inverter,
6
Three phase inverters: 180 degree and 120 degree
conduction modes of operation
Contribution of This course prepares students to work professionally in the area of
course to meet the power and power related fields. Students should be able to apply
professional knowledge of mathematics and engineering, and identify formulas to
components analyze electrical power engineering problems by using power
 electronics systems.
Course instructor S. V. Murkute
Prepared by S. V. Murkute
Part B: General Course Information and Policies
Instructor: S.V. Murkute
Office Hour: Monday 10:30~5:30 p.m.
e-mail: murkutes@rediffmail.com

Programme Educational Objectives

1. Problem Solving: Graduates have the ability to think in a critical and evaluative manner and
to consider a broad perspective, in order to solve technical and nontechnical problems.
2. Leadership and Communication: Graduates will provide effective leadership, act in an
ethical manner and skills will include the ability to communicate well and to work
successfully within diverse groups.
3. Market Acceptance: Graduates will have successful careers in the academic environment,
industrial and government organizations.
4. Technical Competence: Graduates will be technically competent and have a thorough
grounding in the fundamentals of math and science in electrical and computer engineering
and experience in engineering design. They will be able to use modern engineering
techniques, skills, and tools to fulfill societal needs.
Scale 3(Highest) to 1 (Lowest)
Problem solving Leadership and Market Technical
communication acceptance competence
Power 3 2 2 3
electronics

Remark:
 Objective for “Problem Solving” can be achieved by assignments, quizzes, mid-term exam,
final exam and projects.
 Objective for “Leadership and Communication” can be achieved by report writing and
presentation. However, leadership training is not given by this course.
 Objective for “Market Acceptance” can be achieved by the course subject that is related to
renewable energy, industrial applications and power system.
 Objective for “Technical Competence” can be achieved by using fundamentals of math and
science in electrical and computer engineering and experience in engineering project design
and computer simulation.
Program Outcome Policy:
Course VS Course Outcomes
(3= Highly, 2 = Supportive, 1 = mild x-none)
Course a b c d e f g h i j k l
Power 3 2 2 2 3 1 x x x x 3 2
Electronics

The electrical, electronics and power engineering program outcomes are:

a. Ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science and engineering.
b. Ability to design and conduct experiments.
c. Ability to design a system, component or process to meet desired needs.
d. Ability to function on multidisciplinary teams.
e. Ability to identify, formulate and solve engineering problems.
f. Understanding of professional and ethical responsibility.
g. Ability to communicate effectively.
h. Broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in global
and societal context.
i. Recognition of the need for and an ability to engage in life-long learning.
j. Knowledge of contemporary issues.
k. Ability to use the techniques, skills and modern engineering tools necessary for
engineering practice.
l. Ability to use the computer/IT tools relevant to the discipline along with an
understanding of their processes and limitations
Curriculum Details:
POWER ELECTRONICS
Time tabled work No. of Total Hours No/ Max. marks available from
in hr/week teaching Duration
weeks of exam
L T Lab Lect Lab papers Exam CA LAB
MSE ESE CA POE
3 01 04 16 41 48 1/3 20 60 20 60 40

Hours Percentage Content of

Lect Lab Maths Basic Engg. Engg. Complimentary Computer
Science Science Design studies sciences
and
synthesis
42 20 20 50 20 10

Course Assessment Policy:

 4 simulation projects will be given to students according to the course progress,

 No late homework is accepted. Zero mark will be given when homework is copied.
 2 Assignments will be held during the semester.
 2 mid-term exam (class tests) and 1 final exam will be performed with 1 hours each
and 3 hours respectively.