ARAB ACADEMY FOR SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY AND MARITIME TRANSPORT COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY

( GRADUATE STUDIES )

Master of Science Programs

STATUS REPORT

NOVEMBER 2008

ELECTRICAL AND COMPUTER CONTROL ENGINEEING

M.SC. PROGRAMS

Program Detailed Structure

M.SC. PROGRAMS

M.Sc. in Electrical and Computer Control Engineering Program Structure PRE-MASTER'S COURSES:
Course Code EE 511 EE 512 EE 514 EE 543 EE 544 EE 522 Subtotal Course Title Discrete Control Systems Automated Industrial Systems (I) Robotics Electrical Power Distribution Power Systems (3) Electrical Drives (2) Credit Hours 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

CORE COURSES:
Course Code EE 703 EE 704 EE 705 Subtotal Course Title Advanced Engineering Mathematics Digital Circuit Design Electrical Measurement systems 3 Courses * 3 Credit Hours Credit Hours 3 3 3 9

ELECTIVE COURSES:
Course Code EE 700 Directed Studies Course Title Credit Hours 3

GROUP ( I ) :
Course Code EE 712 EE 713 EE 714 EE 715 EE 716 EE 717 EE 718 EE 719

CONTROL ELECTIVE COURSES

Course Title Linear Control systems Digital control Systems System Identification and Adaptive Control Optimal Control Fuzzy Systems Neural Networks and Neurocontrol Process Control Intelligent Control Systems Credit Hours 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3
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GROUP ( II ) : POWER AND MACHINES ELECTIVE COURSES

Course Code EE 721 EE 722 EE 723 EE 724 EE 725 EE 726 EE 727 EE 728 EE 729 EE 740 EE 741 EE 742 EE 743 EE 744 EE 745 EE 746 EE 747 EE 748 EE 749 Elective Subtotal Course Title Dynamics of Electrical Machines ComputerAided Analysis of Electrical Machines Advanced Analysis and Design of Electric Motors Electrical Drives (3) Power Electronics (3) Vector Control of Electrical Drives Advanced Electrical Machines Industrial Power Conversion systems Generalized Theory of Electrical Machines Transients in Power Systems HVDC Power Transmission Electrical Insulation Engineering Power System Reliability Reactive Control in Electrical Power Systems Power System Control and Stability Computer Control of Power System Solid State Relays and their Applications Power System Analysis Renewable Energy Systems 5 Courses * 3 Credit Hours Credit Hours 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 15

RESEARCH THESIS:
Course Code EE 701 EE 702 Subtotal Course Title Master's Research Thesis (Part 1) Master's Research Thesis (Part 2) 2 Parts * 6 Credit Hours Credit Hours 6 6 12

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DETAILED STRUCTURE

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Course Code : Course Title : Credit Hours : EE 703

Electrical and Comp. Control Eng.

Advanced Engineering Mathematics 3

Course Description
Probability theory and stochastic models. Probability and random variables, probability distributions and densities. Conditional probability and densities. Functions of random variable. Expectations and moments of random variables Conditional expectations. Gaussian random vectors, linear operators of Gaussian random variables. Estimation with static linear Gaussian system models. Markov chains. Stochastic process and linear dynamic system models. Error analysis and computer related problems. Numerical Methods. Numerical methods in matrix algebra. Curve fitting. Optimization techniques.

Course Objectives
The student should become acquainted with: Various methodologies for solving mathematical problems related to stochastic processes, numerical methods, curve fitting and optimization.

Course Topics

Probability theory and stochastic models Probability and random variables Probability distributions and densities Conditional probability and densities Functions of random variable Expectations and moments of random variables Conditional expectations Gaussian random vectors Linear operators of Gaussian random variables Estimation with static linear Gaussian system models Markov chains Stochastic process and linear dynamic system models Error analysis and computer related problems Numerical Methods Numerical methods in matrix algebra Curve fitting Optimization techniques

References

R. E. Walpole, Probability and Statistics for Engineers and Scientists, Pearson Education. N.J., 2007. S. Chappa and Canale, Numerical Methods for Engineers with Software and Programming Applications, McGraw-Hill, London, 2002.

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Course Code : Course Title : Credit Hours : EE 704 Digital Circuit Design 3

Electrical and Comp. Control Eng.

Course Description
Data Conversion: Data domain, digitalization. A/D and D/A conversion. Real time data processing: peripheral adaptors (synchronous and asynchronous). Inputs and output operations. Addressable switches. Data storage. Microprocessor based systems: sequence control; three term controllers; switching implementation motor position and speed control.

Course Objectives
The student should be able to: Know how the data is converted and digitalized. Learn methods of real time data processing and peripheral adaptors (synchronous and asynchronous) Deal with inputs and output operations, addressable switches and data storage. Microprocessor implementation in motor position and speed control.

Course Topics

Data Conversion: o Data domain o Digitalization A/D and D/A conversion Real time data processing Peripheral adaptors: o synchronous o asynchronous Input and output operations Addressable switches Data storage Microprocessor based systems: o sequence control o three term controllers o switching implementation motor position o speed control

References

F. Halsall and P. F. Lister, Microprocessor Fundamentals, UCL press 1993. A. P. Godse, Advanced Microprocessor and Microcontroller, Technical Publications Pune, 2004.

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Course Code : Course Title : Credit Hours : EE 705

Electrical and Comp. Control Eng.

Electrical Measurement Systems 3

Course Description
Introduction, discrete event sensors, proximity sensors, photoelectric sensors, limit switches, fiber optics in instrumentation, single mode sensors, multi mode sensors, fiber optic magneto meter, fiber sensor design consideration, signal processing and transmission, signal amplification, signal attenuation, signal linearization, signal filtering, signal manipulation, sources of noise, measuring noise, noise reduction techniques.

Course Objectives
The student should be able to: Present different sensing element to different physical quantities. Update their knowledge of sensing elements and different components of instrumentation systems.

Course Topics

Discrete event sensors Proximity sensors Photoelectric sensors Limit switches Fiber optics in instrumentation Single mode sensors Multi mode sensors Fiber optic magnetometer Fiber sensor design consideration Signal processing and transmission Signal amplification, signal attenuation Signal linearization, signal filtering, signal manipulation Sources of noise Measuring noise Noise reduction techniques.

References

John P. Bently, Principles of measurement systems, Longman Group Limited, UK, 1995. David E. Johnson and John L. Hilburn, Rapid practical Designs of Active Filters, Wiley, New York, 1989.

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Course Code : Course Title : Credit Hours : EE 712 Linear Control System 3

Electrical and Comp. Control Eng.

Course Description
Review of SISO systems. Multivariable systems time varying systems. Controllability and observability, state variable feedback pole placement. System observer. Large scale systems. Introduction to optimum control Application.

Course Objectives
The student should be able to: Generalize the knowledge of students in the field of linear systems. Deal with linear multivariable systems and to get through practical models from the analysis and design point of view.

Course Topics

Review of SISO systems Multivariable systems time varying systems Controllability and observability State variable feedback pole placement. System observer Large scale systems Introduction to optimum control application

References

C.T. Chen. Linear system theory and Design, Oxford University Publisher, 1999. J.J. DAZZO. and C. Houpis "Linear control system analysis and design", McGraw-Hill, 1995. I. Postethwaite and S. Skoestad, "Multivariable Feedback Control: Analysis and Design", Wiley, Chichester, 2005.

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Course Code : Course Title : Credit Hours : EE 713 Digital Control Systems 3

Electrical and Comp. Control Eng.

Course Description
Review of systems analysis using the z-transform. Discrete system representation and modeling. State space representation. Controllability and observability. Observers. Controllers in discrete and digital forms.

Course Objectives
The student should be able to: Define digital system and its performance. Design, analyze and use controllers in discrete and digital forms.

Course Topics

Review of systems analysis using the Z-transform Discrete system representation and modeling State space representation Controllability and observability Observers Controllers in discrete and digital forms

References

B.C. Kou Digital Control Systems , Hotz Sanders, 1992. C.T. Chen, "Analog and Digital Control System Design", Saunders College Pb., 1992. C. Phillips, "Digital Control System Analysis and Design", Prentice Hall, 1990.

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Course Code : Course Title : Credit Hours : EE 714

Electrical and Comp. Control Eng.

System Identification and Adaptive Control 3

Course Description
Statistical and optimization fundamentals. Impulse response identification. Parameter estimation. Frequency response estimation. Experimental methods. Correlation technique. Regression technique. Quasi-linearization method. Adaptive systems. Model reference adaptive systems. Self tuning regulators. Robust adaptive control.

Course Objectives
The student should be able to: Apply different methods of systems identification to control systems. Learn what adaptive control is, and how it can be applied.

Course Topics

Statistical and optimization fundamentals Impulse response identification Parameter estimation Frequency response estimation Experimental methods Correlation technique Regression technique Quasi-linearization method Adaptive systems Model reference adaptive systems Self tuning regulators Robust adaptive control

References

M.S. Santina, A.R. Stabberud and G.H. Hostetter, Digital Control System Design, Saunders College Pub., 1994 G.F. Franklin, I.D. Powell and M. Workman, Digital Control of Dynamic Systems, Addison Wesley, 1998 Benjamin C. Kuo, Digital Control Systems, Saunder College Publishing, 1992 C.L. Philip, Digital Control System Analysis and Design, Prentice Hall Inc, 1990 F. Nekoogar and G. Moriarty, Digital Control Using Digital Signal Processing, Prentice Hall 1996

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Course Code : Course Title : Credit Hours : EE 715 Optimal Control 3

Electrical and Comp. Control Eng.

Course Description
Review of unconstrained optimal control problems. Constrained mathematical programming. Variation problems. Maximum principle. Computer methods in optimal control. Geometric optimization.

Course Objectives
The student should be able to: Learn and apply optimization techniques in control systems. Use computer to optimize the controller.

Course Topics

Review of unconstrained optimal control problems Constrained mathematical programming Variation problems Maximum principle Computer methods in optimal control Geometric optimization

References

G. F. Lawler, "Optimal Control Theory for Applications", Springer-Verlag, N.Y., 2003. J. B. Burl, "Linear Optimal Control: H2 and H [Infinity] Methods," Addison Wesley, California, 1999.

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Course Code : Course Title : Credit Hours : EE 716 Fuzzy Systems 3

Electrical and Comp. Control Eng.

Course Description
Elementary introduction to fuzzy sets. Basic operations on fuzzy sets. Fuzzy logic knowledge based versus classical models. Self Organizing Fuzzy Logic Control SOFLC. Approach of fuzzy control. The Approach of Mamdani. The approach of Takagi and Sugeno Design parameters of fuzzy controllers. Variable domains. Linguistic rules. Defuzzification process. Case studies.

Course Objectives
The student should be able to: Know new approaches in design of controllers, of control systems. Principle of Fuzzy concepts. Fuzzy controllers. Usage of Fuzzy controller.

Course Topics

Elementary introduction to fuzzy sets Basic operations on fuzzy sets Fuzzy logic knowledge based versus classical models Self Organizing Fuzzy Logic Control SOFLC Approach of fuzzy control The Approach of Mamdani The approach of Takagi and Sugeno Design parameters of fuzzy controllers Variable domains Linguistic rules Defuzzification process Case studies

References

R. Kruse, J. Gebhardt ad F. Klawonn, Foundations of Fuzzy Systems, J. Wiley, 1994. RR. Yager and D.P. Filey, Essentials of Fuzzy Modeling and Control, J. Wiley, 1994. Witold Perdryz, Fuzzy Control and Fuzzy Systems, J. Wiley, 1993.

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Course Code : Course Title : Credit Hours : EE 717

Electrical and Comp. Control Eng.

Neural Networks and Neurocontrol 3

Course Description
Elementary biophysical background for signal propagation in natural and neural systems. Artificial Neural networks (ANN). Hopfield. Feed forward. Learning techniques of McCulloch and Pitts Model. Connectionist model. The random neural network model. Associative memory. Learning algorithm application to Control engineering.

Course Objectives
The student should be able to: Learn the graduate new techniques in control system Update the graduate an objective on neural networks and how it is applied in control system

Course Topics

Elementary biophysical background for signal propagation in natural and neural systems Artificial Neural networks (ANN) Hopfield Feed forward Learning techniques of McCulloch and Pitts Model Connectionist model The random neural network model Associative memory Learning algorithm Application to Control engineering

References

R. Beale and T. Jackson, Neural computing: An introduction, Institute of Physics Publishing, 1990. J. Hertz, A Krogh and R.G. Palmer, Introduction to the Theory of Neural Computation, Addison Wesley, Redwood City, CA 1992.

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Course Code : Course Title : Credit Hours : EE 718 Process Control 3

Electrical and Comp. Control Eng.

Course Description
Mathematical modeling of chemical processes. Dynamic elements in the control loop. Characteristic of real process. Nonlinear control elements. Control system instrumentation. Feedback controller tuning. Continuous cycling method. Process reaction curve method. Feed-forward and ratio control design and tuning. Direct digital control (DDC). Minimal prototype algorithm. Internal model control. Degrees of freedom for process control. Process control design considerations. Industrial case study.

Course Objectives
The student should be able to: Apply modeling methods for different process and methods of tuning Model the process control (chemical, electromechanical, etc), Tuning of controller Design the process control

Course Topics

Mathematical modeling of chemical processes Dynamic elements in the control loop Characteristic of real process Nonlinear control elements Control system instrumentation Feedback controller tuning Continuous cycling method Process reaction curve method Feed-forward and ratio control design and tuning Direct digital control (DDC) Minimal prototype algorithm Internal model control Degrees of freedom for process control Process control design considerations Industrial case study

References

D.E. Seborg, T.F. Edgar and D.A. Mellichamp, Process Dynamics and Control, John Wiley, 2004. P.S. Buckley, Techniques of Process Control, Robert E. Kriegre Publishing Company, N.Y., 1979.

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Course Code : Course Title : Credit Hours : EE 719

Electrical and Comp. Control Eng.

Intelligent Control Systems 3

Course Description
Knowledge representation techniques. Function of an expert system. Main structure of an expert system. Rule base. Inference engine. Reasoning module. Artificial intelligence and expert system application studies.

Course Objectives
The student should be able to: Construct the intelligent and expert system Get knowledge of expert system Apply the expert and artificial intelligent in control system

Course Topics

Knowledge representation techniques Function of an expert system Main structure of an expert system Rule base Inference engine Reasoning module Artificial intelligence and expert system application studies

References

P. Jackson, Introduction to Expert Systems, Addison Wesley, 1990. Dean, Artificial Intelligence (Theory and Practice), The Benjamin/ Cummings Publishing Company, 1995.

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Course Code : Course Title : Credit Hours : EE 721

Electrical and Comp. Control Eng.

Dynamics of Electrical Machines 3

Course Description
Conventional analysis of machine dynamics. Generalized equation of machines. Active and passive transformation. Transient performance of various machines including three-phase and unbalanced short circuits. Dynamics of regulated machines. The effects of voltage regulator and governor on synchronous generators. Stability analysis using various stability criteria.

Course Objectives
The student should be able to: Represent the electric machines in their non linear models. Analysis and monitor the machine performance in both transient and steady state modes. Construct a complete model for the whole system and study the effect of disturbances.

Course Topics

Conventional analysis of machine dynamics Generalized equation of machines Active and passive transformation Transient performance of various machines including three-phase and unbalanced short circuits Dynamics of regulated machines The effects of voltage regulator and governor on synchronous generators Stability analysis using various stability criteria

References

C. Ong, "Dynamic Simulation of Electric Machinery Using Matlab/Simulink", Prentice-Hall, N.J., 1998. J. J. Cathey, "Electric Machines Analysis and Design Applying MATLAB", McGraw-Hill, London, 2001.

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Course Code : Course Title : Credit Hours : EE 722

Electrical and Comp. Control Eng.

Computer Aided-Analysis of Electrical Machines 3

Course Description
Application of Maxwell's Equation in electric machines analysis in d-q representation of special quantities. An electric machine as a circuit element. The role of magnetic energy in electromechanical energy conversion. Steady-state performance of induction machines. Steady-state performance of commutator machines. Steadystate performance of synchronous machines. Electric machine dynamics. Description and utilization of mathematical software of electric machines analysis and design.

Course Objectives
The student should be able to: Represent any rotating electric machines in d-q model. Extract the output power; either electrical or mechanical from the model. Use the latest software packages to represent the models such as MATLAB or ANSOFT.

Course Topics

Application of Maxwell's equation in electric machines analysis in d-q representation of special quantities An electric machine as a circuit element The role of magnetic energy in electromechanical energy conversion Steady-state performance of induction machines Steady-state performance of commutator machines Steady-state performance of synchronous machines Electric machine dynamics Description and utilization of mathematical software of electric machines analysis and design

References

V. Ostovic, "Computer-Aided Analysis of Electric Machines", Prentice-Hall, 1994. A. K. Mukhopadhyay, "Matrix Analysis of Electrical Machines", New Age International, New Delhi, 1996.

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Course Code : Course Title : Credit Hours : EE 723

Electrical and Comp. Control Eng.

Advanced Analysis and Design of Electric Motors 3

Course Description
Induction motor analysis and design. Synchronous motor analysis and design. Directcurrent analysis and design. Testing for performance. Motor insulating systems. Motor control and motor protection. Energy-efficient motors. Economics of energyefficient motors and systems. Environmental considerations. Reliability.

Course Objectives
The student should be able to: Select and design the appropriate motor for the chosen load. Design each element in the motor including protection components Study the economic aspects in conjunction with performance optimization.

Course Topics

Induction motor analysis and design Synchronous motor analysis and design Direct-current analysis and design Testing for performance Motor insulating systems Motor control and motor protection Energy-efficient motors Economics of energy-efficient motors and systems Environmental considerations Reliability

References

R. H. Engelmann and W. H. Middendorf, "Handbook of Electric Motors", M.Dekker Inc. N.Y.,1995. J. C. Andreas, "Energy-Efficient Electric Motors", M. Dekker Inc. N.Y.,1994. J. Hindmarsh, "Electrical Machines and their Applications", Pergamon Press, 1970.

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Course Code : Course Title : Credit Hours : EE 724 Electrical Drives 3 3

Electrical and Comp. Control Eng.

Course Description
Review of Power semiconductor devices and circuits. Matching between motor and load characteristics, DC or AC drives?, AC and DC machines for drives. Voltage and Current fed converters driving DC and AC motors. Control techniques in Advanced drive systems.

Course Objectives
The student should be able to: Choose the power electronic device suitable for the nature of the selected power supply and drive. Understand the different techniques for driving DC and AC machines. Simulate and analyze different electric drive systems. Study the new trends in electric machine drives.

Course Topics

Review of power semiconductor devices and circuits Matching between motor and load characteristics, DC or AC drives? AC and DC machines for drives Voltage and current fed converters driving DC and AC motors Control techniques in advanced drive systems

References

B. Gray, "Electrical Machines and Drive Systems", Longman,1990. B. K. Bose, "Modern Power Electronics and AC Drives", Prentice Hall, 2002.

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Course Code : Course Title : Credit Hours : EE 725 Power Electronics 3 3

Electrical and Comp. Control Eng.

Course Description
Review for recent power electronic devices, Practical considerations for gate drive signals, New trends in converter topology, Applications of power electronics: Electric machine drives, utilities and power systems.

Course Objectives
The student should be able to: Study the new trends in Power electronic devices and circuits. Simulate and analyze different types of power electronic converters. Understand recent applications of power electronics.

Course Topics

Review for recent power electronic devices Practical considerations for gate drive signals New trends in converter topology Applications of power electronics Electric machine drives Utilities and power systems

References

M. H. Rashid, "Power Electronics Circuits, Devices and Applications," Prentice Hall, 2004. N. Mohan, T. Undeland and W. Robbins, "Power Electronic Converters: Applications and Design", Wiley, 2003. F.L. Luo, H. Ye and M. Rashid, "Digital Power Electronics and Applications", Elsevier, 2005.

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Course Code : Course Title : Credit Hours : EE 726

Electrical and Comp. Control Eng.

Vector Control of Electrical Drives 3

Course Description
AC Motor models for drive application. Fundamentals of induction motors. Vector control of voltage source inverter fed induction motor and synchronous motor drives. Vector control of current source inverter fed induction motor and synchronous motor drives. Vector control of cyclo-converter-fed synchronous motor drives.

Course Objectives
The student should be able to: Learn to represent the electric machines in their complex vector models. Analysis and extract the machine parameters in both transient and steady state modes. Compare vector control performance with any other technique such as constant V/F control.

Course Topics

AC Motor models for drive application Fundamentals of induction motors Vector control of voltage source inverter fed induction motor and synchronous motor drives Vector control of current source inverter fed induction motor and synchronous motor drives Vector control of cyclo-converter-fed synchronous motor drives

References

Boldea and S. A. Nasar, "Vector control of AC Drives", CRC Press, 1992. S. Yamamura, "Spiral Vector Theory of AC Circuit and Machines", Clarendon Press, Oxford, 1992. P. Vas, "Electrical Machines and Drives: A Space Vector Theory Approach", Clarendon Press, Oxford, 1992.

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Course Code : Course Title : Credit Hours : EE 727

Electrical and Comp. Control Eng.

Advanced Electrical Machines 3

Course Description
Permanent magnet technology. Brushless DC motors and PM machines. Theory and performance of: Variable reluctance stepper motors, Permanent magnet stepper motors, Hybrid stepper motor. Casting construction. Drive circuit. Operation modes. Application. Solid rotor machines theory and their application. Homo-polar and hetero-polar machines

Course Objectives
The student should be able to: Study magnetic characteristics of permanent and excited magnets. Represent the saliency effect of singly excited machines. Simulate special machines in friendly user soft ware packages.

Course Topics

Permanent magnet technology Brushless DC motors and PM machines Theory and performance of: o Variable reluctance stepper motors o Permanent magnet stepper motors o Hybrid stepper motor Casting construction Drive circuit Operation modes and Applications Solid rotor machines theory and their application Homo-polar and hetero-polar machines

References

T. Kenjo, A. Sugwara, "Stepping Motors and their Microprocessors Controls", Clarendon Press, Oxford, 1994. J. F. Gieras and M. Wing, "Permanent Magnet Motor Technology: Design and Applications", Marcel Dekker, N.Y., 1997.

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Course Code : Course Title : Credit Hours : EE 728

Electrical and Comp. Control Eng.

Industrial Power Conversion Systems 3

Course Description
Open loop control of DC drives. Series connected converters. Reversible drives. Dynamic braking. Closed loop control of DC drives. Regenerative braking. Phase locked loop control. Micro computer control. Open loop control of AC drives: induction, synchronous and permanent magnet motors. Closed loop control of AC drives. Current source and voltage source inverter-fed motor systems.

Course Objectives
The student should be able to: Simulate power electronic drive circuit in conjunction with the selected motor. Analysis the drive performance to be ready for controlling. Build the appropriate interfacing between the drive and the digital controller such as PLC or Microprocessor.

Course Topics

Open loop control of DC drives Series connected converters Reversible drives Dynamic braking Closed loop control of DC drives Regenerative braking Phase locked loop control. Micro computer control. Open loop control of AC drives: o induction o synchronous and permanent magnet motors Closed loop control of AC drives Current source and voltage source inverter-fed motor systems

References

C. B. Gray, "Electrical Machines and Drive Systems", Longman, 1990. V. Subrahmanyam, "Thyristor Control of Electric Drives", Tata McGraw Hill, New Delhi, 1988. G. C. Barney and AG Laher, "Elevator Electric Drives: Concepts and Principles, Control and Pratice", Ellis Harwood Ltd., NewYork, 1990.

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Course Code : Course Title : Credit Hours : EE 729

Electrical and Comp. Control Eng.

Generalized Theory of Electrical Machines 3

Course Description
Application of matrix algebra to static electrical networks. The matrix equation of the basic rotating machine. The torque expressions. Linear transformation in circuits and machines. Steady state performance in DC, single-phase commutator machines and poly phase machines. Steady state performance. Transient in AC machined. Reference frames and applications.

Course Objectives
The student should be able to: Analysis any global rotating machine into perpendicular d and q axes. Extract the machine output in both transient and steady state modes. Build a complete model for the machine either in soft ware package or in ready made block diagram packages such as SIMULINK inside MATLAB.

Course Topics

Application of matrix algebra to static electrical networks The matrix equation of the basic rotating machine The torque expressions Linear transformation in circuits and machines Steady state performance in DC, single-phase commutator machines and poly phase machines Steady state performance Transient in AC machined Reference frames and applications

References

A. K. Mukhopadhyay, "Matrix Analysis of Electrical Machines", New Age International, New Delhi, 1996. Boldea and S. A. Nasar, "Vector control of AC Drives", CRC Press, 1992.

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Course Code : Course Title : Credit Hours : EE 740

Electrical and Comp. Control Eng.

Transients in Power Systems 3

Course Description
Nature and characteristics of switching and lightning over voltages. Abnormal transient phenomena: Re-strike, arcing faults, Current chopping, Ferro-resonance, etc. lightening phenomena in the atmosphere. Methods of computation of transients: frequency domain and time domain analysis techniques. Basis of EMTP and its application. Shielding. Surge protection devices. Insulation coordination. Transient measuring techniques.

Course Objectives
The student should be able to: Know transient phenomena in power system. Understand the sources of transients in power systems. Design the methods for computing and analyzing transients. Understand Surge Protection devices and Insulation Coordination.

Course Topics

Nature and characteristics of switching and lightning over voltages Abnormal transient phenomena: o Re-strike, arcing faults o Current chopping, Ferro-resonance, o Lightening phenomena in the atmosphere Methods of computation of transients: o frequency domain o time domain analysis techniques Basis of EMTP and its application Shielding Surge protection devices Insulation coordination. Transient measuring techniques.

References

A. Greenwood, "Electrical Transients in Power Systems", Wiley, N.Y., 1991. P. Chowdhuri, "ElectromagneticTransients in Power Systems", Research studies publisher, Taunton, 1996.

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Course Code : Course Title : Credit Hours : EE 741

Electrical and Comp. Control Eng.

HVDC Power Transmission 3

Course Description
Problems of long distance power transmission. Advantages of HVDC. Combined AC, DC transmission systems. Terminal apparatus, converters, inverters, thyristor bridge circuits, thyristor valves. Performance requirements and control circuit features. Protection schemes. Digital simulation techniques. Switching and fault-clearance over voltages. RIV and corona in DC transmission lines.

Course Objectives
The student should be able to: Thoroughly understand the HVDC system transmission system and its components. Get the performance requirements of DC transmission line. Simulate the HVDC system.

Course Topics

Problems of long distance power transmission Advantages of HVDC Combined AC, DC transmission systems Terminal apparatus, converters, inverters, thyristor bridge circuits, thyristor valves Performance requirements and control circuit features Protection schemes Digital simulation techniques Switching and fault-clearance over voltages RIV and corona in DC transmission lines

References

E. W. Kimbark, "Direct Current Transmission, Vol. I and II", J. Wiley, 1971. J. Arrilage, "High Voltage Direct Current Transmission", IEE, London, 1998.

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Course Code : Course Title : Credit Hours : EE 742

Electrical and Comp. Control Eng.

Electrical Insulation Engineering 3

Course Description
Vacuum, gases, liquids and solids as electrical insulating media. Concept of electrical breakdown. Breakdown in gases, liquids and solids. Uniform and non-uniform fields. Insulation systems in bushings, transformers, cables, capacitors and circuit breakers. Partial discharges. Phenomenological theory of ageing: ageing mechanisms under electrical, thermal and combined stresses. Techniques for electrical non-destructive evaluation of materials. High voltage test techniques.

Course Objectives
The student should be able to: Know the types of insulating materials and the phenomenon of electric breakdown insulation materials. Illustrate the systems for different components of electric power systems. Test the electric equipment.

Course Topics

Vacuum, gases, liquids and solids as electrical insulating media Concept of electrical breakdown Breakdown in gases, liquids and solids Uniform and non-uniform fields Insulation systems in bushings, transformers, cables, capacitors and circuit breakers Partial discharges Phenomenological theory of ageing: ageing mechanisms under electrical, thermal and combined stresses Techniques for electrical non-destructive evaluation of materials High voltage test techniques

References

M. Khalifa, "High Voltage Engineering", M. Dekker, N.Y. 1990. Bradewell, "Electrical Insulation", Peter Peregrinus, London, 1983.

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Course Code : Course Title : Credit Hours : EE 743 Power System Reliability 3

Electrical and Comp. Control Eng.

Course Description
Review of basic probability theories. Basic reliability concepts and definitions. Static generation capacity reliability. Spinning generation capacity reliability. Composite system reliability. Overall reliability and Economic planning.

Course Objectives
The student should be able to: Understand power system reliability definitions. Apply reliability calculations of power generation. Apply system reliability calculations for transmission networks. Plane the overall power system reliability.

Course Topics

Review of basic probability theories Basic reliability concepts and definitions Static generation capacity reliability Spinning generation capacity reliability Composite system reliability Overall reliability Economic planning

References

R. Billington and R. N. Allan, Reliability Evaluation of Power Systems, Pitman Publishers, 1984. E. E. Lewis, Introduction to Reliability Engineering, Wiley, 1996.

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Course Code : Course Title : Credit Hours : EE 744

Electrical and Comp. Control Eng.

Reactive Control in Electrical Power Systems 3

Course Description
Introduction to VAR control theory of load compensation. Practical considerations. VAR control in transmission networks under steady state. Series and shunt compensators. Dynamic shunt compensation. Static compensation: types and characteristics. Static VAR compensators in AC and HVDC systems. Typical applications of dynamic compensation and distribution systems. Harmonics. Reactive power management.

Course Objectives
The student should be able to: Apply the VAR control theory of load compensation and its practical considerations. Get acquainted with the different types of load compensators and know its characteristics and modeling. Design the thyristor controllers and its application in both transmission and distribution systems.

Course Topics

Introduction to VAR control theory of load compensation Practical considerations VAR control in transmission networks under steady state Series and shunt compensators Dynamic shunt compensation Static compensation: types and characteristics Static VAR compensators in AC and HVDC systems Typical applications of dynamic compensation and distribution systems Harmonics Reactive power management

References

T. J. Miller, "Reactive Power Control in Electric Power Systems", J. Wiley, N.Y., 1982. P. Kundur, "Power System Stability and Control", McGraw Hill Inc., 1994. C. Taylor, "Power System Voltage Stability", EPRI series, 1994.

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Course Code : Course Title : Credit Hours : EE 745

Electrical and Comp. Control Eng.

Power System Control and Stability 3

Course Description
Machine voltage control: Exciters. System voltage control. Modeling of interconnected systems. System dynamics. Stability concepts. Steady state and Transient stability. Multi-machine systems. Dynamic stability. Power system stabilizers. Static VAR systems. DC links. Phenomenon of synchronous resonance.

Course Objectives
The student should be able to: Understand the excitation systems and their modeling. Understand the main concepts of stability steady state transient dynamic. Understand the operation of VAR systems. Understand the dc links.

Course Topics

Machine voltage control Exciters System voltage control Modeling of interconnected systems System dynamics Stability concepts Steady state Transient stability Multi-machine systems Dynamic stability Power system stabilizers Static VAR systems DC links Phenomenon of synchronous resonance

References

O. L. Elgerd, "Electric Energy System and Theory", McGraw-Hill, N.Y. 1982. P. M. Anderson and A. A. Fouad, "Power System Control and Stability", IEEE Computer Society Publisher, 1994.

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Course Code : Course Title : Credit Hours : EE 746

Electrical and Comp. Control Eng.

Computer Control of Power Systems 3

Course Description
State transition diagram. Security oriented functions. Data acquisition (SCADA systems). State estimation. Load forecasting. Economic load dispatch. Reactive power control. Contingency evaluation. Real time control and protection.

Course Objectives
The student should be able to: Understand data acquisition, transmission and processing (SCADA systems). Understand reactive power control and protection.

Course Topics

State transition diagram Security oriented functions Data acquisition (SCADA) systems State estimation Load forecasting Economic load dispatch Reactive power control Contingency evaluation Real time control and protection

References

P. M. Anderson and A. A. Fouad, Power System Control and Stability, IEEE Computer Society Publisher, 1994. T. J. Miller, Reactive Power Control in Electric Systems, J. Willey, N. Y. 1982.

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Course Code : Course Title : Credit Hours : EE 747

Electrical and Comp. Control Eng.

Solid State Relays and Its Applications 3

Course Description
General review of static relays. Comparators and associated elements. Type of relays. Multi-input comparators circuit and associated relays. Non-conventional types of comparators. Computer applications to protective relaying. Microprocessor applications to protection. Reliability, testing and maintenance.

Course Objectives
The student should be able to: Know new techniques in relay industries. Understand the types of static relays and its components. Apply the different types of digital relays.

Course Topics

General review of static relays Comparators and associated elements Type of relays Multi-input comparators circuit and associated relays Non-conventional types of comparators Computer applications to protective relaying Microprocessor applications to protection Reliability, testing and maintenance

References

T.S.M. Rao, "Power System Protection: Static Relays with microprocessor Applications", Tata McGraw-Hill, New Delhi, 1989. P. M. Anderson, "Power System Protection", IEEE Computer Society Pr., N.Y., 1999. E.W. Kimbark, "Power System Stability, Vol. IV, Power Circuit Breakers and Protective Relays", IEEE Press, 1995. A.T. Jones and S.K. Salama, "Digital Protection for Power Systems", IEE, London, 1994.

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Course Code : Course Title : Credit Hours : EE 748 Power System Analysis 3

Electrical and Comp. Control Eng.

Course Description
System modeling and load flow analysis. Optimum operation and control. Data acquisition, transmission and processing (SCADA system). Frequency, voltage and VAR control. Optimum control. Introduction to power system reliability. Unbalanced system analysis. Transient stability analysis. Harmonics; measuring, elimination with passive and active filters.

Course Objectives
The student should be able to: Build confidence and understanding of those concepts of power system analysis that are likely to be encountered in the study and practice of electric power engineering. Develop network models based on the admittance and impedance representations. Studying applications commonly encountered in electric power system engineers practice.

Course Topics

System modeling and load flow analysis Optimum operation and control Data acquisition, transmission and processing (SCADA system) Frequency, voltage and VAR control Optimum control Introduction to power system reliability Unbalanced system analysis Transient stability analysis Harmonics measuring Harmonics elimination with passive and active filters

References

O.L. Elgerd, "Electric Energy System Theory", McGraw-Hill, N.Y., 1982. P.M. Anderson and A.A. Fouad, "Power System Control and Stability", IEEE Computer Society Publisher, 1994. L. L. Grisby, "Power System Stability and Control", CRC PR., 2007.

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Course Code : Course Title : Credit Hours : EE 749

Electrical and Comp. Control Eng.

Renewable Energy Systems 3

Course Description
Introduction to Renewable Energy Sources: Geothermal energy, Bio-Energy, Tidal sources of energy, Ocean energy, Solar energy, Wind Energy. Solar Energy: Characteristics of solar radiation, Solar thermal energy (active solar heating, solar thermal energies, passive solar heating), Solar Photovoltaic: Basic considerations, Electrical Characteristics, PV system components and types, PV system sizing and applications, Present and future status of solar systems. Wind Energy: Wind speed and Energy distribution (Speed / Power relation, Power extracted from the wind), System components, Electricity generation systems, Present and future status of wind systems. Economics of Energy systems. Environmental aspects of energy systems.

Course Objectives
The student should be acquainted with: The various renewable energy systems. Decision making based on energy systems economics and environmental aspects.

Course Topics

Introduction to Renewable Energy Sources: Geothermal energy, Bio-Energy, Tidal sources of energy, Ocean energy, Solar energy, Wind Energy Solar Energy: o Characteristics of solar radiation o solar thermal energy active solar heating o solar thermal energies passive solar heating Solar Photovoltaic: Basic considerations, Electrical Characteristics, PV system components and types, PV system sizing and applications, Present and future status of solar systems Wind Energy: Wind speed and Energy distribution (Speed / Power relation, Power extracted from the wind), System components, Electricity generation systems, Present and future status of wind systems Economics of Energy systems Environmental aspects of energy systems

References

Bent Srensem, Renewable Energy, ELSEVIER Academic press, 2004. Godfrey Boyle, Renewable Energy, Open University, Oxford, 2004. John Twidell, Renewable Energy Resources, Spon press, London, 2004.

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