MET4200 Industrial & Power Electronics

Meeting time:  Friday 11:00 AM –  6:00 PM  January 29-March 11      

Classroom:      Volkswagen Academy, Chattanooga, TN

Prerequisite: MET 3200 Fundamentals of process control, transducers, signal processing

Required Textbook:  Industrial Electronics, by: Thomas Kissell, Prentice Hall, 2003

Suggested References:

A. S. Sedra and K. C. Smith, Microelectronic Circuits, 6th edition, Oxford University Press, 2012

M. Rashid,  Power Electronics, Pearson, 2004

Course Objectives:

Course Outcomes:

-          Understand and learn a basic knowledge of Industrial Electronics [3a]

-          Demonstrate hands-on experiments in Application of Electronics in industry [3a]

-          Develop simple projects related to application of industrial Electronics with application in manufacturing industry, control, and measurement [3b,3c]

-          Work in teams to complete lab assignments and projects [3e]

ABET course outcome:

3a.  To have an ability to select and apply the knowledge, techniques, skills and modern tools of the discipline to broadly defined engineering technology activities.

3b. to develop an ability to select and apply current knowledge and adapt to emerging applications of mathematics, science, engineering and technology to engineering technology problems that require the application of principles and applied procedures or methodologies.

3c. to develop an ability to conduct standard tests and measurements; to conduct, analyze, and interpret experiments; and to apply, experimental results to improve processes.

3e. to develop an ability to function effectively as a member or leader on a technical team.

Grading Policy:                                                                

Quizzes:                                  10 %   (closed book and closed notes)

Homeworks:                            5 %

Mid Term Exam:                     25 %   (closed book and closed notes)                  

Lab work:                                35 %               

Final Exam:                           25 %   (closed book and closed notes)

Letter Grade Distribution:

90-100:  A                  

80-89: B                     

70-79: C               

60-69: D                     

Less than 60: F      

Course Material and Schedule:

Note: This schedule may change.  If changes are made, announcements will be made in advance regarding those changes. It is your responsibility to conform to all announcements, changes, and additions made during the classes.

Class and Lab Policies:

•     Please conform to all regulations and rules set by the Volkswagen Academy that hosts the lab and class sessions. Also please remember that:

  •      As per the regulations of the Volkswagen Academy, taking pictures is prohibited without a permission from the plant administration in advance.

  •   All students are restricted to the designated locations within the plant.

•     No make-up sessions will be given for absence without a documented reasonable excuse.

•     Attendance is very important. Missing 2 sessions or more will result in a F grade.

•    It is your responsibility to regularly check your default TTU email address to be aware of any important/emergency notice about the course or class schedule. 

•    Neatness counts.  Please submit neat homework and class work.  Points may be taken off if your exam or work paper is unreadable or not neat and organized.

•     You are encouraged to ask questions in the class, in my office, through email, or phone.

Safety Rules and Measures:

It is extremely important to follow the safety guidelines before you start and during the lab sessions. Some of the rules and measures that you must take are listed below.

1.  Wear safety glasses.

2. Remove watches, jewelry, rings, and ties.

3. If you have a long hair, you must tie it up or put it in a cap.

4. Do not wear baggy clothes, and remove jackets.

5. Wear short sleeves, or properly rolled-up long sleeves.

6. Wear closed-toe shoes. 

7. Make sure the floor is dry before you start and stays dry during the lab session. Never start your lab session if the floor is wet or greasy.

8. Always familiarize yourself with the location of the emergency stop buttons before you start your lab session.    

9. Some labs may require wearing electrically-insulating gloves.  Please be aware when they are needed.

10. Always perform proper Lockout/Tagout procedures, and inform other students around you and your group members, before you plug in or operate, or turn on an electrical equipment.

All students have to complete the safety training required by the university and MET Department (http://www.tntech.edu/met/safety/ )

Students with Disability:

Students with a disability requiring accommodations should contact the Office of Disability Services (ODS). An Accommodation Request (AR) should be completed as soon as possible, preferably by the end of the first week of the course. The ODS is located in the Roaden University Center, Room 112; phone 372-6119.

Academic Misconduct Policy: 

Plagiarism, cheating, and other forms of academic dishonesty are prohibited. Students guilty of academic misconduct, either directly or indirectly, through participation or assistance, are immediately responsible to the instructor of the class.  Based on their professional judgment, instructors have the authority to impose the following academic sanctions: (a) require the student to repeat the assignment for full or partial credit; (b) assign a zero, an F, or any other grade appropriate for the assignment or examination; (c) assign an F for the course.  In addition, disciplinary sanctions may be imposed through the regular institutional procedures.

Classroom Misconduct Policy: 

The instructor has the primary responsibility for maintenance of academic integrity and controlling classroom behavior, and can order temporary removal or exclusion from the classroom of any student engaged in disruptive conduct or conduct that violates the general rules and regulations of the institution for each class session during which the conduct occurs.  Extended or permanent exclusion from the classroom, beyond the session in which the conduct occurred, or further disciplinary action can be effected only through appropriate procedures of the institution.

Disruptive behavior in the classroom may be defined as, but not limited to, behavior that obstructs or disrupts the learning environment (e.g., offensive language, harassment of students and professors, repeated outbursts from a student which disrupt the flow of instruction or prevent concentration on the subject taught, failure to cooperate in maintaining classroom decorum, etc.), text messaging, and the continued use of any electronic or other noise or light emitting device which disturbs others (e.g., disturbing noises from beepers, cell phones, palm pilots, lap-top computers, games, etc.).

Cell Phone and Computer Use During Class: 

Cell phones should be in silent mode and non-disruptive.  If you have an urgent need you may exit the classroom with minimal disturbances.  Computers in class will be used for class instruction only.  Cell phones with internet access and other functions are not allowed to be used during quizzes or exams.

Class cancellation and Inclement Weather: 

The best way to get class cancellation information is to sign up for the institution’s alert system to receive a text message and email.  This information will also be posted on the institution’s website and announced on the local television and radio stations by 6:30 am for day classes and by 4:30 pm for evening classes.  If class is cancelled due to reasons other than weather, the instructor or the department will send an e-mail or attempt to notify students by phone.

Library and Computer Resources: 

Libraries at all TBR and University of Tennessee institutions are available to all college student.  The D2L online learning system as well as Banner will be used to communicate with students.  It is the student’s responsibility to check e-mails regularly for class announcements and notices.  The D2L system will be utilized for course lectures, announcements and grades.  Students are encouraged to become familiar with this system and utilize other online/internet resources.