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Electrical Device Modelling (ELEN30011)
Undergraduate level 3Points: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
About this subject
- Overview
- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
- Further information
- Timetable(opens in new window)
Contact information
Semester 2
Email: pdower@unimelb.edu.au
Overview
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AIM
This subject develops the theoretical and practical tools required to understand, construct, validate and apply models of standard electrical and electronic devices. In particular, students will study the theoretical and practical development of models for devices such as resistors, capacitors, inductors, transformers, motors, batteries, diodes, transistors, and transmission lines. In doing so, students will gain exposure to a variety of fundamental fields in physics, including electromagnetism, semiconductor materials and quantum electronics. This material will be complemented by exposure to experiment design and measurement techniques in the laboratory, the application of models from device manufacturers, and the use of electronic circuit simulation software.
INDICATIVE CONTENT
Topics include:
Vector calculus for device modelling, Maxwell’s equations, physics of conductors and insulators, passive device models (including for resistors, capacitors and inductors), lumped and distributed circuit models for wired interconnections (including treatment of signal integrity and termination strategies), semiconductors and quantum electronics, static and dynamic models for p-n junctions diodes and bipolar junction transistors.
Intended learning outcomes
INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES (ILOs)
Having completed this subject it is expected that the student be able to:
- Develop/interpret useful models for electrical and electronic devices from the underlying physics and/or empirical data
- Use modelling principles in engineering design with an appreciation for the impact of modelling uncertainty and model complexity
- Implement and analyse the results of laboratory experiments for gathering empirical data from electrical and electronic devices
- Use software tools to simulate the behaviour of electrical and electronic devices.
Generic skills
On completion of this subject students should have developed the following generic skills:
- Ability to apply knowledge of basic science and engineering fundamentals;
- Ability to undertake problem identification, formulation and solution;
- Ability to utilise a systems approach to design and operational performance;
- Ability to communicate effectively, with the engineering team and with the community at large;
- Capacity for independent critical thought, rational inquiry and self-directed learning;
- Expectation of the need to undertake lifelong learning, capacity to do so.
Last updated: 11 April 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Graduate Students:
Admission into the MC-ENG Master of Engineering (Electrical, Electrical with Business or Mechatronics)
AND
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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ELEN20005 | Foundations of Electrical Networks |
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
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12.5 |
Undergraduate students must have completed:
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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ELEN20005 | Foundations of Electrical Networks |
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
AND one of
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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PHYC10004 | Physics 2: Physical Science & Technology | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
PHYC10002 | Physics 2: Advanced | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
Credit may not be obtained for both 431-328 Digital Systems 3: Circuits and Systems AND ELEN30011 (431-303) Electrical Device Modelling.
Recommended background knowledge
Knowledge of the following subject is recommended:
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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ELEN30009 | Electrical Network Analysis and Design |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 11 April 2024
Assessment
Additional details
Assessment for this unit consists of the following assessment items (AIs):
1. One written examination, not exceeding three hours at the end of semester, worth 60%;
2. Continuous assessment via workshop-based project work (group of 2-3 students), not exceeding 30 pages in total over the semester (approximately 30-35 hours per student), worth 30%;
3. A one hour mid-semester test, worth 10%.
Hurdle requirement: Students must pass the written exam to pass the subject.
Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) 1 and 2 are assessed in the final written examination, continuous assessment and the mid-semester test (AIs 1 to 3 above), while ILOs 3 and 4 are assessed in the continuous assessment (AI 2).
Last updated: 11 April 2024
Dates & times
- Semester 2
Principal coordinator Peter Dower Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours 3 x 1 hour lectures per week and up to 36 hours of workshops Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 23 July 2018 to 21 October 2018 Last self-enrol date 3 August 2018 Census date 31 August 2018 Last date to withdraw without fail 21 September 2018 Assessment period ends 16 November 2018 Semester 2 contact information
Email: pdower@unimelb.edu.au
Time commitment details
170 hours
Last updated: 11 April 2024
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
TBA
Recommended texts and other resources
- W.H. Hayt, J.A. Buck, Engineering Electromagnetics. McGraw-Hill, 8th Edition;
- B.G. Streetman, S. Banerjee, Solid State Electronic Devices. Prentice-Hall, 6th Edition.
- Subject notes
LEARNING AND TEACHING METHODS
The subject is delivered through lectures and workshop classes that combine both tutorial and hands-on laboratory activities.
INDICATIVE KEY LEARNING RESOURCES
Students are provided with lecture notes, problem worksheets and solutions, a laboratory manual, and reference text lists.
CAREERS / INDUSTRY LINKS
Exposure to industry standard devices, models, datasheets, and modelling tools, and their practical application.
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Major Electrical Systems Informal specialisation Science-credited subjects - new generation B-SCI and B-ENG. Specialisation (formal) Mechatronics Informal specialisation Selective subjects for B-BMED Specialisation (formal) Electrical with Business Specialisation (formal) Electrical - Breadth options
This subject is available as breadth in the following courses:
- Available through the Community Access Program
About the Community Access Program (CAP)
This subject is available through the Community Access Program (also called Single Subject Studies) which allows you to enrol in single subjects offered by the University of Melbourne, without the commitment required to complete a whole degree.
Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.
Additional information for this subject
Subject coordinator approval required
- Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students
This subject is available to students studying at the University from eligible overseas institutions on exchange and study abroad. Students are required to satisfy any listed requirements, such as pre- and co-requisites, for enrolment in the subject.
Last updated: 11 April 2024