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Power Electronic Systems II
Last Updated: 2026-06-01 11:33:22
Abstract
This course details structures, operating ranges, and control concepts of modern power electronic systems to provide a deeper understanding of power electronic circuits and power components. Most recent concepts of for example high switching frequency AC/DC converters are presented. Simulation exercises, implemented in the simulation programme PLECS, are used to consolidate the concepts discussed.
Objective
The objective of this course is to convey knowledge of structures, operating ranges, and control concepts of modern power electronic systems. Further objectives are: to know most recent concepts and operation modes of for example high switching frequency AC/DC converters or AC/AC matrix inverters; to develop a deeper understanding of multi-pulse power converter circuits, transformers, and electromechanical energy converters; and to understand in-depth details of power electronic systems. Simulation exercises, implemented in the electric circuit simulator PLECS, are used to consolidate the presented theoretical concepts.
Content
Converter dynamics and control: State Space Averaging, transfer functions, controller design, impact of the input filter on the converter transfer functions. Performance data of single-phase and three-phase systems: effect of different loss components on the efficiency characteristics, linear and non-linear single phase loads, power flow of general three-phase systems, space vector calculus. Modeling and control of three-phase PWM rectifiers: system characterization using rotating coordinates, control structure, transfer functions, operation with symmetrical and unsymmetrical mains voltages. Scaling laws of transformers and electromechanical actuators. Drives with permanent magnet synchronous machines: basic function, modeling, field-oriented control. Unidirectional AC/DC converters and AC/AC converters: voltage and current DC link converters, indirect and direct matrix converters.
Resources
Lecture Notes
Lecture notes and associated exercises including correct answers, simulation program for interactive self-learning.
Learning Materials (Links)
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General Information
- Language
- English
- Levels
- MSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- session examination
- Mode
- written 120 minutes
- Aids
- Written summary (10 A4 sheets of paper, double sided), pocket calculator without comm. interfaces. No lecture slides / notes, no exercises / solutions, no old exams, no communication devices.
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
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| lecture with exercise | Power Electronic Systems II |
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4 h weekly |
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Vertiefung: Energy and Power Electronics (The core courses and specialization courses below are a selection for students who wish to specialize in the area of "Energy and Power Electronics", see . The individual study plan is subject to the tutor's approval.)
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Kernfächer (These core courses are particularly recommended for the field of "Energy and Power Electronics". You may choose core courses form other fields in agreement with your tutor. A minimum of 24 credits must be obtained from core courses during the MSc EEIT.)
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Fächer der Vertiefung (A total of 42 CP must be achieved form courses during the Master Program. The individual study plan is subject to the tutor's approval. Semester / Research Projects are not allowed in this category.)
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Kernfächer (Diese Fächer sind besonders Empfohlen, um sich in "Energy and Power Electronics" zu vertiefen.)
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Wahlfächer (Diese Kurse sind besonders empfohlen, andere ETH-Kurse aus dem Feld Energy Science and Technology im weiteren Sinne können in Absprache mit dem Tutor gewählt werden.)
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