Electrical Machines and Equipment

Electrical Technology DepartmentElectrical Machines & EquipmentsElectrical Machines &Department Electrical Technology MajorEquipmentsCourse Name Electric Drives Course Code ELT 215PrerequisitesAC MachinesCourse Description:The course describes the fundamentals of mechanics, types andcharacteristics of loads, the required characteristics andproperties of driving motors, DC &AC motors as drivingmachines, electric traction, electric braking, and the selection ofthe suitable driving motor.Trimester 4Credit Hours 3Contact L 3Hours P(h/w) TGeneral objective of the course:The course aims to give the trainees an introduction to mechanical quantities, mechanics, andelectrical driving systems. The characteristics of driving motors and loads, and the applications of thedifferent electric drives are also covered.Behavioral Objectives:The trainees should be able to:1. Understand the fundamentals of mechanics.2. Identify the different types of loads.3. Identify the different types and construction of driving motors.4. Define the characteristics of the different types of driving motors.5. Choose the proper motor for a certain load.6. Understand the effect of loads on the driving systems.7. Understand the different methods of electric braking, and how to apply eachmethod.8. Protect driving motors9. Identify the methods of cooling for driving motors.10. Identify the shapes and constructions of driving motors.11. Understand the advantages and disadvantages of mechanical and electricalbraking.Contents (Theoretical): Fundamentals of Mechanics. Types and Characteristics of Loads. Characteristics and Properties of Driving Motors. DC & AC Motors as Driving Motors. Electric Traction. Electric Braking of Motors Choice of the most Suitable Motors for Certain Loads.- 71 -