Courses & Units
Electrical Machines and Transformers ENG231
Hobart
Introduction
This unit introduces students to the operation principles and characteristics of electrical machines and transformers as well as the physics behind the operation of these machines. Students will gain a thorough understanding of transformers, DC motors, induction machines and synchronous machines. This unit prepares students to undertake future studies in Electrical Power Engineering.
Summary
| Unit name | Electrical Machines and Transformers |
|---|---|
| Unit code | ENG231 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Sciences and Engineering School of Engineering |
| Discipline | Engineering |
| Coordinator | Associate Professor Evan Franklin |
| Available as an elective? | |
| Delivered By | Delivered wholly by the provider |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart | Semester 2 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 2 | 12/7/2021 | 10/8/2021 | 30/8/2021 | 17/10/2021 |
* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).
Unit census dates currently displaying for 2021 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2021 will be available from the 1st October 2020. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Explain the operation of motors, generators and transformers using knowledge of magnetic circuit laws and fundamental circuit laws.
- Solve problems related to the operation, characteristics and implementation of motors, generators and transformers.
- Determine electric and magnetic field strengths and their effects in and around electrical machinery.
- Predict and model the effects of magnetic induction on moving parts of machinery by making use of Maxwell's equations.
- Analyse, draw conclusions and report the results of physics and electrical machines experiments.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 031301 | $993.00 | $993.00 | not applicable | $2,798.00 |
- Available as a Commonwealth Supported Place
- HECS-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility3
- FEE-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility4
1 Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.
If you have any questions in relation to the fees, please contact UConnect or more information is available on StudyAssist.
Please note: international students should refer to What is an indicative Fee? to get an indicative course cost.
Requisites
Prerequisites
(ENG104 or KAA1xx Engineering Circuits) and (KME271 or KMA252)Mutual Exclusions
You cannot enrol in this unit as well as the following:
KNE223Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | 3 lectures and 1 tutorial per week, 5 x 3 hour labs |
|---|---|
| Assessment | Test or quiz (10%)|Examination - invigilated (externally - Exams Office) (40%)|Laboratory/practical (15%)|Laboratory/practical (20%)|Assignment (15%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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