EXT8034 : Advanced Electrical Machines
EXT8034 : Advanced Electrical Machines
- Offered for Year: 2026/27
- Module Leader(s):
- Owning School: Engineering
- Teaching Location: Newcastle City Campus
Semesters
Your programme is made up of credits, the total differs on programme to programme.
| Semester 1 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
N/A
Co-Requisite
Modules you need to take at the same time
Co Requisite Comment
N/A
Aims
This module introduces advanced electrical machine concepts and applications in the area of more electric transport, renewable generation and industrial automation.
Outline Of Syllabus
The module will help you to:
1. develop a fundamental understanding of the interaction of the electromagnetic, mechanical and thermal engineering disciplines related to electrical machine design.
2. develop analytical skills in modelling and design of electrical machines.
3. have a clear understanding of the different types and topologies of modern electrical machines.
4. develop skills in designing electrical machines
5. develop the ability to analyse and characterise an electric motor through its parameters and performance using FEA approach
Learning Outcomes
Intended Knowledge Outcomes
The module will help you to:
1. develop a fundamental understanding of the interaction of the electromagnetic, mechanical and
thermal engineering disciplines related to electrical machine design.
2. have a clear understanding of the different types and topologies of modern electrical machines.
Intended Skill Outcomes
The module will help you to:
1. develop analytical skills in modelling and design of electrical machines.
2. develop skills in designing electrical machines
3. develop the ability to analyse and characterise an electric motor through its parameters and performance using FEA approach
Teaching Methods
Teaching Activities
| Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Structured Guided Learning | Lecture materials | 1 | 200:00 | 200:00 | The module is taught at Nottingham University |
| 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 | 1 | A | 40 | Exam is set by Nottingham University |
Other Assessment
| Description | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written exercise | 1 | M | 30 | Coursework 1 |
| Written exercise | 1 | M | 30 | Coursework 2 |
Assessment Rationale And Relationship
This module is delivered by Nottingham University as part of an educational partnership programme. Assessment is set and assessed by Nottingham University.
Timetable
- Timetable Website: www.ncl.ac.uk/timetable/
- EXT8034's Timetable
Past Exam Papers
- Exam Papers Online : www.ncl.ac.uk/exam.papers/
- EXT8034's past Exam Papers
General Notes
N/A
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