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Overview

Renewable energy from natural sources (e.g., sunlight, wind) is increasingly replacing fossil fuels for electricity generation, usually in the form of small-scale distributed generation sources. Power electronics plays a crucial role in the practical integration of such energy sources into the electricity supply networks. This course is intended for all … For more content click the Read More button below. Specifically, this course will cover: Multiple types of DC-DC converterGrid-connected invertersThree-phase invertersWind turbinesPhotovoltaic electrical systemsHVDC transmission systemsMulti-level converters The topics to be covered in this course will include: Grid integration of electrical power from renewable sources; Current and voltage control; Advanced topics in DC-DC converters, inverters, AC-DC converters and AC-AC converters for use in utility interfacing; resonant converters for DC-DC conversion; dynamic representation of DC-DC converters, control loops design; converter circuit and system modelling using LTSpice or other platforms, device selection and their modeling, thermal design, gate drive circuit design, magnetic core and other component selection and design, and case studies of converter system designs.

Delivery

In-person - Standard (usually weekly or fortnightly)

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Fees

TypeAmount
Commonwealth Supported Students (if applicable)$1165
Domestic Students$5490
International Students$7260

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