EXT8026 : Power Systems for Aerospace, Marine and Automotive Applications
EXT8026 : Power Systems for Aerospace, Marine and Automotive Applications
- Offered for Year: 2026/27
- Module Leader(s):
- Owning School: Engineering
- Teaching Location: Off Campus
Semesters
Your programme is made up of credits, the total differs on programme to programme.
| Semester 2 Credit Value: | 20 |
| ECTS Credits: | 10.0 |
| European Credit Transfer System | |
Pre-requisite
Modules you must have done previously to study this module
Pre Requisite Comment
Only available to students studying on the Power Electronics CDT programme
Co-Requisite
Modules you need to take at the same time
Co Requisite Comment
N/A
Aims
This module aims to develop an understanding of the design and operation of power systems in aerospace, marine and automotive applications. With the introduction of more electrical technologies in these application areas, the understanding and expected performance of the power system has become a critical platform design issue.
Outline Of Syllabus
This module considers the design and operation of Power Systems in a range or transport related applications.
Reassessment of this module, if required, will be by 100% exam.
Learning Outcomes
Intended Knowledge Outcomes
By the end of this module, students should be able to:
Demonstrate a knowledge of the design of Electrical Power Systems in Aerospace, Marine and Automotive applications.
Use engineering principles to undertake the basic outline design of power systems in transport applications.
Select the most appropriate power system solutions for large range of More Electric Transport applications.
Demonstrate a good knowledge of the factors influencing the design of electrical power systems in transport systems including voltage, frequency and protection.
Intended Skill Outcomes
At the end of this module students will be able to select and apply techniques to design an electromechanical actuator for individually given technical specifications and application area.
Teaching Methods
Teaching Activities
| Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 15:00 | 15:00 | Case Study - Part 1 preparation time |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 48 | 0:30 | 24:00 | Revision for examination |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 3:00 | 3:00 | Examination |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Lecture | 24 | 2:00 | 48:00 | 2 sessions per week, over 12 weeks, 2 hours per session |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 15:00 | 15:00 | Case Study - Part 2 preparation time |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Practical | 10 | 2:00 | 20:00 | 1 session per week, over 10 weeks, 2 hours per session |
| Guided Independent Study | Independent study | 1 | 75:00 | 75:00 | Independent study |
| Total | 200:00 |
Teaching Rationale And Relationship
N/A
Reading Lists
Assessment Methods
The format of resits will be determined by the Board of Examiners
Exams
| Description | Length | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written Examination | 90 | 2 | A | 40 | End of Module exam |
Other Assessment
| Description | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written exercise | 2 | M | 30 | Coursework 1 |
| Written exercise | 2 | M | 30 | Coursework 2 |
Assessment Rationale And Relationship
N/A
Timetable
- Timetable Website: www.ncl.ac.uk/timetable/
- EXT8026's Timetable
Past Exam Papers
- Exam Papers Online : www.ncl.ac.uk/exam.papers/
- EXT8026's past Exam Papers
General Notes
N/A
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