Courses & Units

Electrical Systems ZAT112

Introduction

In this unit you will learn about the fundamentals of electrical circuits and systems. This includes studying voltage, current, impedance, electrical energy, power and resistors, inductors, capacitors, and electrical units and measurements. You will also investigate operational amplifiers, sensors and actuators, and simple controllers. There will be opportunities to interact with other students and lecturers, perform circuit analysis, calculate electrical quantities, and report back on projects. You will develop practical skills and knowledge of devices, equipment and techniques. You will learn how to calculate, observe, analyse and problem solve through applied learning and will complete a practical project to develop hands-on application skills. 

Summary

Unit name Electrical Systems
Unit code ZAT112
Credit points 12.5
College/School College of Business & Economics
University College
Discipline Applied Design, Science and Technology
Coordinator Doctor Ali Raza
Available as an elective? Yes
Delivered By University of Tasmania

Availability

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Learning Outcomes

  • Identify and describe the fundamentals of electrical circuits and systems
  • Apply tools and techniques to analyse electrical circuits
  • Build circuits and take measurements using electrical measurement devices
  • Apply electronics skills and knowledge to develop and communicate solutions to engineering problems.

Fee Information

Field of Education Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 Domestic Full Fee 4
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Requisites

Mutual Exclusions

You cannot enrol in this unit as well as the following:

ZAT102

Teaching

Teaching Pattern

Four x 2 hour online tutorials and 3 x on campus, five hour workshops

AssessmentAT1: Key Concepts Video (20%)|AT2: Electrical Systems Portfolio (40%)|AT3: Project (40%)
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Textbooks

Required

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