Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering

Department of Mechanical Engineering

ELECTRO-MECHANICAL SYSTEMS
(Date of document: 29th April 2015)
Course Code

MESB443

Course Status

Core

Level

Degree

Semester Taught

Credit

Pre-requisites

MATB113 Advanced Calculus and Geometric Analysis

EEEB113 Circuits Analysis I
MEMB333 Machine Design

Assessments

Examination

50%

Lecturers

Assignments + Quizzes
Mini project
Test(s)
Final

10%
10%
30%

Assoc. Prof. Ir. Dr. Khairul Salleh Mohamed Sahari

Office: BN-2-012, ext. 2297
E-mail: khairuls@uniten.edu.my

Vignesh Vicki A/l Wanatasanappan

Office: BN-0-030, ext. 6330/6331
E-mail: vignesh@uniten.edu.my

Course Description

This is an introductory course on electromechanical systems. The

course begins by reviewing fundamental theories and laws
pertaining to magnetic and magnetically coupled circuits and also
the principles behind electromechanical energy conversion. This
is followed by coverage on power electronics. These will lead to
studies of DC machines, AC machines; in terms of their
characteristics, operational aspects, the underlying theories and
application aspects in industry.

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Department of Mechanical Engineering

Course Objectives

At the end of the course the students should be able to:

1. Understand the basic theory of machinery principles and
power electronics
2. Tackle simple problems of three-phase system analysis
3. Derive the equivalent circuits of different types of machines
4. Tackle simple problems of performance analysis and
prediction of different types of machine using the concept of
equivalent circuit
5. Select the right machine and drive for a given application

Transferrable Skills

Ability to analyse performance of electrical machines based on

equivalent circuit and power flow diagram, select the suitable
motor type and sizing based on application using catalogues.

Course Outcomes (CO)

- what students to achieve and to be assessed upon completing this course
No.

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:

CO1

Explain the basic theory of machinery principles

CO2

Explain the basics of power electronics

CO3

Construct and utilize the equivalent circuit and power flow diagram of DC machines
to analyse their operations and performance characteristics in any application

CO4

Solve problems of balanced three-phase system

CO5

Construct and utilize the equivalent circuit of transformers to analyse their operations
and performance characteristics in any application

CO6

Construct, utilize and evaluate the equivalent circuit and power flow diagram of AC
machines to analyse their operations and performance characteristics in any
application

CO7

Identify and select an appropriate motor for a given application

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CO8

Provide and justify solution for a complex problem related to the content of the
syllabus

CO9

Present technical work related to electro-mechanical system

Course Outline

Topic 1:

Introduction
Course organization
Dynamics of mechanical drive system
Some example applications of electro-mechanical systems

Topic 2:

Fundamental concepts of electro-mechanical energy conversion

Magnetic Fields
Electromagnetic induction
Faradays law
Torque production
Magnetic circuit

Topic 3:

Introduction to Power Electronics

Power Electronic Components
Basic Rectifier Circuits
Inverters

Topic 4:

DC machines
Constructional features
Principle of operation
Commutation and armature reaction
Equivalent circuit and performance characteristics
Drives and applications

Topic 5:

Transformers
Constructional features
Principle of operation
Ideal transformer
Real transformer
Equivalent circuit
Applications

Topic 6:

Power supply and load system

Generation, transmission, distribution and three-phase/single phase load
Wye-connection, Delta-connection
Analysis of balanced three-phase circuits, phasor notation

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Topic 7:

AC machines: Induction & synchronous machines

Fundamentals on AC Machines
Constructional features
Principle of operation
Equivalent circuit
Drives and applications

Topic 8:

Selection and sizing of motor drive system

Mechanical design
Electromagnetic compatibility
Supply, load and environment consideration
Type and size of motor for continuous and intermittent duty

Main Reference
Stephen J. Chapman, Electric Machinery Fundamentals, Fifth Edition, McGraw-Hill

Additional Reference(s)
1. Theodore Wildi, Electrical Machines, Drives, and Power Systems, Sixth Edition, Prentice Hall
2. A.E. Fitzgerald, C. Kingsley, S.D. Umans, Electric Machinery, Sixth Edition, McGraw-Hill

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENTS
TEST 1 :
30 NOVEMBER 2015 (MONDAY)
8.30PM 10.00PM (Library 6th floor)
TEST 2 :
12 JANUARY 2016 (TUESDAY) 8.30PM 10.00PM (Library 6th floor)
GROUP PROJECT : To produce a design for any motorized mechanical system and to produce
calculations related to motor selection. Deliverables: presentation slides,
report by 19 FEBRUARY 2016. Maximum 5 students per group
ATTENDANCE :
COMPULSORY
MOODLE :
(Enrolment key: generator) ALL LECTURE NOTES, TUTORIAL QUESTIONS
ARE IN THE MOODLE PAGE

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Course Outcomes

Course Outcomes
CO1: Explain the basic theory of machinery
principles

PO1
b c

PO2
a
b

CO2: Explain the basics of power

electronics

CO3: Construct and utilize the equivalent

circuit and power flow diagram of DC
machines to analyse their operations and
performance characteristics in any
application

CO4: Solve problems of balanced threephase system

CO5: Construct and utilize the equivalent

circuit of transformers to analyse their
operations and performance characteristics
in any application

CO6: Construct, utilize and evaluate the

equivalent circuit and power flow diagram of
AC machines to analyse their operations and
performance characteristics in any
application

CO7: Identify and select an appropriate

motor for a given application

PO3
b c

PO4
b c

PO5
a b

PO6
a b

P
O7

PO
8

PO9
PO
b c 10

PO
11

PO12
a b

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CO8: Provide and justify solution for a

complex problem related to the content of
the syllabus

CO9: Present technical work related to

electro-mechanical system

Assessment-Course Outcomes Matrix :

Assessments
Assignments + Quizzes (10%)
Mini Project (10%)
Test 1 (15%)
Test 2 (15%)
Final Exam (50%)

PO emphasis

PO2
CO1

PO2
CO2

PO2
CO3

PO2
CO4

PO2
CO5

PO2
CO6

PO2
CO7

PO2
CO8

PO9
CO9

:
PO1

Current Coverage (%)

13.0

PO2

PO3

PO4

PO5

PO6

PO7

PO8

PO9

PO10

PO11

PO12

Total

84.0

0.0

0.0

0.0

0.0

0.0

0.0

3.0

0.0

0.0

0.0

100

Bloom's Coverage (%) :

Cognitive

Current Coverage (%)

Low

Med

Hi

13.0

63.0

21.0

Psychomotor

Affective

Total

3.0

0.0

100

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What is Program Educational Objectives (PEO)?

PEO are objectives that UNITEN graduates should achieve after five (5) years of graduation.
Summary of BME Programme Educational Objectives (PEO)
Program Educational Objectives

PEO No.

UNITEN produces Mechanical Engineering graduates who:

PEO1 Practicing engineers in mechanical engineering with the ability to venture into energy related business.
PEO2 Hold leadership responsibilities and/or establish their own enterprises.
PEO3 Have professional qualifications/certifications in mechanical engineering related areas.
PEO4 Engages in activities to enhance knowledge in their professional works

What are Programme Outcomes (PO)?

POs are the expected traits that UNITEN students should have upon graduation.
COE Programme Outcomes (PO)
Program Outcomes
PO
No.

Students graduating from the Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering (BME) program will have
the ability to:
Statement

PO Indicators
a)

PO1

Comprehend the fundamental knowledge of

mathematics, science and mechanical engineering
(C1,C2)
Apply fundamental knowledge of
b) Apply fundamental knowledge of mathematics,
mathematics, science and mechanical
science and mechanical engineering principles in
engineering principles in solving complex
solving engineering problems (C3, C4)
problems
c) Solve complex engineering problems by
WA1 (WK1-WK4)
relating/incorporating fundamental knowledge of
mathematics, science and mechanical engineering
principles. (C5,C6)

PO2

Identify, formulate, analyze and solve

complex mechanical engineering
problems
WA2 (WK1-WK4)

a)

Identify, formulate and solve mechanical engineering

problems (C3, C4)
b) Evaluate and synthesize the solution to complex
mechanical engineering problems (C5,C6)

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Program Outcomes
PO
No.

Students graduating from the Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering (BME) program will have
the ability to:
Statement

PO Indicators

a)

PO3

Design solutions for complex

mechanical engineering problems that
meet specific needs with appropriate
consideration for public health and
safety, culture, society, and environment
WA3 (WK5)

PO4

Conduct investigations, interpret data

and provide conclusions in investigating
complex problems related to mechanical
engineering
WA4 (WK8)

PO5

Create appropriate techniques, select

resources, and apply modern
engineering tools to execute complex
engineering activities
WA5 (WK6)

PO6

Apply reasoning in assessing societal,

health, safety, legal and cultural issues
and the consequent responsibilities
relevant to professional engineering
practice
WA6 (WK7)

PO7

Demonstrate knowledge of the impact

of professional engineering solutions in
environmental contexts and the need for
sustainable development
WA7 (WK7)

Illustrate solutions for mechanical engineering

problems with appropriate consideration for public
health and safety. (C3, C4)
b) Illustrate solutions for mechanical engineering
problems with appropriate consideration for culture,
society, and environment. (C3, C4)
c) Propose solutions for complex mechanical
engineering problems that meet specific needs with
appropriate consideration for public health and
safety, culture, society, and environment. (C5,C6)

a)
b)
c)

Use research methods for collecting data (C1, C2)

Analyze and interpret data using engineering
principles and appropriate techniques (C3,C4)
Design & evaluate solutions to complex engineering
problems by employing research methods and data
interpretation skills (C5,C6)

a)

Usage of modern tools to execute mechanical

engineering activities (P1,P2)
b) Manipulation of modern tool to execute complex
engineering activities (P3,P4)

a)

b)

Apply reasoning in assessing societal, legal and

cultural issues and the consequent responsibilities
relevant to professional engineering practice (C3, C4)
Apply reasoning in assessing health and safety
issues and the consequent responsibilities relevant to
professional engineering practice (C3, C4)

No sub-attribute (C2,C3)

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Program Outcomes
PO
No.

Students graduating from the Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering (BME) program will have
the ability to:
Statement

PO8

Demonstrate commitment to
professional and ethical principles
WA8 (WK7)

PO Indicators

No sub-attribute (A3)

a)

PO9

Communicate effectively on complex

engineering activities
WA10

Function effectively as an individual

and in a group with the capacity to be a
PO10
leader
WA9
Acknowledge the need for, and be able
PO11 to engage in life-long learning
WA12
Demonstrate knowledge on project
management principles and
PO12
entrepreneurship skills
WA11

b)
c)

Communicate effectively by means of oral

presentation (P3)
Communicate effectively by means of report writing
(P3)
Communicate effectively by means of oral
presentation and/or report writing on complex
engineering activities (P3)

No sub-attribute (A4)

No sub-attribute (C2)
a)
b)

Demonstrate knowledge on project management

principles (C2,C3)
Demonstrate knowledge on entrepreneurship skills
(C2,C3)