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Courses

Power electronics · Introductory

Introduction to Power Electronics

33 modules Slides Lab Video

Undergraduate introduction to power conversion: switching power-poles and PWM, dc–dc converters (buck/boost/buck‑boost, CCM/DCM), average models and control (voltage- and peak‑current‑mode), diode/thyristor rectifiers, PFC, magnetic components and HF magnetics, inverter synthesis (single‑ and three‑phase, SVPWM), and utility applications.

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Electric machines & drives · Introductory

Introduction to Electric Machines

30 modules Lab Video

A comprehensive introduction to electric drives, covering the design, operation, and control of: DC motors, Induction motors, and Synchronous motors. Topics include motor characteristics, speed control techniques, torque production, power electronics interfaces, and practical applications. Ideal for undergraduate students in electrical engineering, this course builds a strong foundation for understanding motor-driven systems used in industrial, automotive, and renewable energy applications.

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Power electronics · Intermediate

Digital Control of Power Electronics

26 modules Slides Video

Digital Power Electronics introduces practical digital control for power converters. The course starts with a quick refresher on continuous-time control, then develops proportional, integral, PI/PID, and lead-lag compensators. These are applied to voltage- and current-loop design for buck, boost, and buck-boost converters with emphasis on tuning and stability in the frequency domain. It concludes with single-phase and three-phase PLL techniques for grid-connected systems, including quadrature generation and frequency/phase estimation.

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Power electronics · Advanced

Special Topics in Power Electronics

14 modules Slides Video

A curated series of advanced lectures spanning DAB converters, soft switching, power semiconductor practice, automotive electrification, SVPWM, and modular multilevel converters. Each module blends theory with design trade-offs and real application constraints (thermal, EMI, SOA, reliability). Ideal for senior/graduate students and practitioners seeking concise, high-impact refreshers on modern power electronics topics.

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Electric machines & drives · Advanced

Vector Control of Electric Drives

14 modules Slides Lab Video

This course introduces modeling, analysis, and control of AC and special electrical machines. Topics span induction machines, vector control, DTC, PWM inverters, and sensorless operation. Advanced drives include DFIGs, PMSMs, and switched-reluctance motor systems.

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Power electronics · Advanced

Devices, Magnetics, and Thermal Management

12 modules Slides Video

This intensive course offers an in-depth technical examination of core power semiconductor devices and the thermal management techniques required for efficient power electronic systems. Beginning with a detailed review of semiconductor physics, the curriculum analyzes the structure, operation, and performance limits of diodes (standard, Schottky, fast-recovery), thyristors (SCR, GTO), power MOSFETs, IGBTs, and JFET-based devices. A significant focus is placed on the superior characteristics of wide bandgap materials like SiC and GaN. Practical topics include calculating switching losses, designing snubber circuits for device protection, and mastering heat-sink selection and thermal resistance modeling to ensure reliable, high power-density operation.

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Electric machines & drives · Advanced

Design of Electric Machines

36 modules Slides Video

This course teaches the design process for electric motors and generators based upon fundamental therories. It supplements electric machine theory for advanced courses in electric machines.

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Electric machines & drives · Introductory

Introduction to Electric Drives

25 modules Slides Lab Video

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to electric drive systems, covering their role in modern industry, mechanical requirements, and the fundamental principles of power electronics and magnetic circuits. It explores the design and control of DC, Permanent Magnet AC (PMAC), and Induction motor drives, including space vector analysis.

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Power electronics · Advanced

Wide-bandgap Devices

28 modules Slides Video

This comprehensive video course on Silicon and Wide Bandgap Power Devices, provides an in-depth exploration of the fundamental physics, design, fabrication, and application of modern power semiconductor devices. Starting with the basics of semiconductor physics (Si, SiC, and GaN), the course systematically covers the operation and design of essential power components, including PiN diodes, Schottky Barrier Diodes (SBD/JBS), and various Power MOSFETs (Planar, Trench, and Super Junction). A major focus is placed on the superior performance of Wide Bandgap (WBG) materials, analyzing critical concepts like Avalanche Breakdown, Edge Termination, switching dynamics, and thermal management within power electronic circuits (Buck, Boost, Inverter) to enable high-efficiency, high-voltage applications.

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Electric machines & drives · Advanced

Finite Element Analysis for Machine Design

33 modules Video

This course introduces classical and modern techniques for the analysis and design of electromagnetic devices such as electric machines and transformers. Emphasis is placed on finite element analysis (FEA), winding analysis, and magnetic material modeling. Students apply electromagnetic theory to practical design problems using commercial simulation software.

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