GÜÇ ELEKTRONİĞİ PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code	Name of the Course Unit	Semester	In-Class Hours (T+P)	Credit	ECTS Credit
ETP254	GÜÇ ELEKTRONİĞİ	4	2	2	4

GENERAL INFORMATION
Language of Instruction :	Turkish
Level of the Course Unit :	ASSOCIATE DEGREE, TYY: + 5.Level, EQF-LLL: 5.Level, QF-EHEA: Short Cycle
Type of the Course :	Compulsory
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit	-
Coordinator of the Course Unit	Lecturer İZZET YAVUZ
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit
Course Prerequisite	No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS
Objectives of the Course Unit:	The course aims to provide a close understanding of semiconductor power electronics components, which are used in a wide range of applications from industrial systems to everyday devices. It focuses on comprehending the logic of electrical power conversion using these components, as well as learning the structures, operations, and application areas of these converter circuits.
Contents of the Course Unit:	Power semiconductors, Power Electronics applications, Single-phase controlled rectifiers, Three-phase controlled rectifiers, DC choppers, AC choppers, Inverters, Frequency converters, Control of electric motors with power electronics.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)
Explains the basic principles of power electronics and the logic of power conversion. (1) – Knowledge
Defines the thyristor group of power devices in all aspects and applies them in power control. (2,3) – Comprehension, Application
Defines the transistor group of power devices in all aspects and can use them in power control. (2,3) – Comprehension, Application
Able to fully recognize and use the excitation circuits and their components. (2,3) – Comprehension, Application
Examines the structures and operations of basic power circuits. (3) – Application

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY
Week	Preparatory	Topics(Subjects)	Method
1	Resources: Internet research related to the topic.	Definition and scope of power electronics.	Lecture based on theoretical explanation, Discussion, Q&A.
2	Resources: Internet research related to the topic.	Basic power circuits and the logic of power conversion.	Lecture based on theoretical explanation, Discussion, Q&A.
3	Resources: Internet research related to the topic.	Basic power devices: Diode, Thyristor, Triac, GTO – their structures, operations, and applications.	Lecture based on theoretical explanation, Discussion, Q&A.
4	Resources: Internet research related to the topic.	Basic power components: Diode, Thyristor, Triac, GTO – their structures, operations, and applications.	Lecture based on theoretical explanation, Discussion, Q&A.
5	Resources: Internet research related to the topic.	Basic power devices: Diode, Thyristor, Triac, GTO – structures, operations, and applications.	Lecture based on theoretical explanation, Discussion, Q&A.
6	Resources: Internet research related to the topic.	Pulse-generating circuits and the operation of these circuits in coordination with the power grid.	Lecture based on theoretical explanation, Discussion, Q&A.
7	Resources: Internet research related to the topic.	Structure and applications of PWM square wave generating circuits.	Lecture based on theoretical explanation, Discussion, Q&A.
8	Resources: Internet research related to the topic.	The structure and application areas of PWM square wave generating circuits.	Lecture based on theoretical explanation, Discussion, Q&A.
9	Resources: Internet research related to the topic.	Types, structures, and applications of AC-DC converter circuits.	Lecture based on theoretical explanation, Discussion, Q&A.
10	-	MID-TERM EXAM	-
11	Resources: Internet research related to the topic.	Types, structures, and applications of AC-DC converter circuits.	Lecture based on theoretical explanation, Discussion, Q&A.
12	Resources: Internet research related to the topic.	Types, structures, and applications of AC-AC converter circuits.	Lecture based on theoretical explanation, Discussion, Q&A.
13	Resources: Internet research related to the topic.	Types, structures, and applications of DC-DC converter circuits.	Lecture based on theoretical explanation, Discussion, Q&A.
14	Resources: Internet research related to the topic.	Types, structures, and applications of DC-AC converter circuits.	Lecture based on theoretical explanation, Discussion, Q&A.
15	Resources: Internet research related to the topic.	Types, structures, and applications of DC-AC converter circuits.	Lecture based on theoretical explanation, Discussion, Q&A.
16	-	FINAL EXAM	-
17	-	FINAL EXAM	-

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING
MEGEP

ASSESSMENT
Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities	Number of Activities	Degree of Contribution (%)	Description	Examination Method

Level of Contribution
0	1	2	3	4	5

WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE UNIT
Workload for Learning & Teaching Activities
Type of the Learning Activites	Learning Activities (# of week)	Duration (hours, h)	Workload (h)
Lecture & In-Class Activities	14	2	28
Preliminary & Further Study	14	2	28
Land Surveying	0	0	0
Group Work	0	0	0
Laboratory	0	0	0
Reading	0	0	0
Assignment (Homework)	14	2	28
Project Work	6	2	12
Seminar	0	0	0
Internship	0	0	0
Technical Visit	0	0	0
Web Based Learning	0	0	0
Implementation/Application/Practice	0	0	0
Practice at a workplace	0	0	0
Occupational Activity	0	0	0
Social Activity	0	0	0
Thesis Work	0	0	0
Field Study	0	0	0
Report Writing	0	0	0
Final Exam	1	1	1
Preparation for the Final Exam	0	0	0
Mid-Term Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam	0	0	0
Short Exam	0	0	0
Preparation for the Short Exam	0	0	0
TOTAL	49	0	97