College: Graduate School of Science and Engineering

This major focuses on the design and application of power electronics and clean energy systems, including the integration of renewable energy, energy storage, electric vehicles, and smart grids. Students gain practical skills and theoretical knowledge to excel in sustainable energy technologies.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand power electronics and clean energy systems.
• Develop skills in designing power converters and energy storage systems.
• Learn techniques to integrate renewable energy sources.
• Explore electric vehicles and smart grid technologies.
• Analyze sustainable energy systems and emerging technologies.
• Develop teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills for engineering projects.

Main Curriculum:

1. Introduction to Power Electronics and Clean Energy Systems - Overview of key concepts and sustainable energy technologies.
2. Power Converters - Principles and design of power converters for various applications.
3. Renewable Energy Integration - Basics of renewable energy sources and grid integration techniques.
4. Energy Storage Systems - Principles and design of energy storage systems to support the grid.
5. Electric Vehicles - Fundamentals of electric vehicle powertrains and optimization.
6. Smart Grids - Principles and implementation of smart grid technologies.
7. Sustainable Energy Technologies - Exploring emerging sustainable energy solutions.
8. Practical Training - Real-world experiences in power electronics and clean energy systems.
9. Capstone Project - Comprehensive project applying skills learned in power electronics and clean energy systems.

Assessment Methods:

Reports on power converter designs, renewable energy integration analyses, energy storage system projects, electric vehicle designs, smart grid technology applications, practical training reports, capstone projects, group projects, and internships.

Recommended Textbooks:

• "Power Electronics: Converters, Applications and Design" by Mohan, Undeland, and Robbins.
• "Renewable Energy Integration" by various authors.
• "Energy Storage Systems" by various authors.
• "Electric Vehicle Technology" by various authors.
• "The Smart Grid: Technology and Applications" by various authors.

Prerequisites:

Basic knowledge of electrical engineering and renewable energy. Suitable for students interested in power electronics, renewable energy, and sustainable technologies.

Duration:

Typically 4 years to earn a bachelor's degree, including coursework, projects, practical training, and internships.

Certification:

Graduates may earn a degree in Power Electronics and Clean Energy Systems and pursue professional certifications in related fields.

Target Audience:

Aspiring power electronics engineers, renewable energy specialists, and professionals seeking careers in sustainable energy technologies. This major provides students with the skills necessary to excel in power electronics, clean energy systems, and support careers in renewable energy, energy storage, electric vehicles, smart grids, and related fields.