Type of course

Admission requirements

A relevant undergraduate Bachelor degree in Engineering program in power electronics and electrical machines. Basic knowledge in power systems is also an advantage.

In addition, the following requirements must be met: Minimum 25 credits in mathematics (equivalent to Mathematical Methods 1, 2 og 3), 5 credits in statistics and 7,5 ects i physics on a higher level is required.

Application code: 9371

Course content

Electrostatics

• Electrostatic fields in high voltage technology.
• Electrostatic fields in insulating materials.
• The concept of resistance and capacitance.
• Electrostatic boundary-value problems.

Magnetostatics

• Magnetostatics fields in permanent magnets and current-currying wires.
• Magnetostatics fields in materials, hysteresis, and eddy currents.
• The concept of inductor and inductance.
• Magnetic energy, circuits, and forces.

Maxwell’s Equations

• Dynamic magnetic fields and electromotive force.
• The concept of electric transformers and motors.
• Maxwell' equations in differential and integration form.
• Time-harmonic fields.

Electromagnetic Wave Propagation

• Wave propagation in dielectric.
• Plane wave in good conductor.
• Skin effect and proximity effect.
• Power and the Poynting's theorem.

Electromagnetic Applications

• Coaxial cables, a two-wire lines, and a parallel plate.
• Transmission line equations.
• Electric Machines.
• Lightning and voltage surges.

Recommended prerequisites

Objectives of the course

Knowledge

By the end of this course, students should build the knowledge on:

• Maxwell's equations and their implications in static and dynamic fields.
• The operational principles of transformers and inductors.
• The applications of Lorentz force in electric machines.
• Electromagnetic interference and the coupling mechanisms.

Skills:

• Analyze and solve various problems involving electromagnetic fields and their effects in electrical systems.
• Using computational tools and software for electromagnetic analysis.
• Identify electromagnetic phenomena related to practical problems.

Competences:

• Apply theoretical knowledge of electromagnetism to practical scenarios in electrical engineering, enhancing system design and functionality.
• Evaluate electromagnetic systems, identifying potential improvements or foreseeing possible challenges.
• Conduct research and development in electromagnetic applications.

Language of instruction and examination

Teaching methods

The course will use a combination of:

• Lectures.
• Individual assignments.