Simulation and Modelling for Electrical Engineering

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Courses / Modules / ELEC2302 Simulation and Modelling for Electrical Engineering

When you'll study it

Whole Academic Year

CATS points

ECTS points

7.5

Level

Level 5

Module lead

George Callender

Academic year

2027-28

Module overview

This module introduces some advanced programming, simulation and design modelling frameworks and tools. Teaching activities are a combination of taught sessions, expanded self-study supported by the Professional Skills Hub and practical hands-on sessions in computer laboratories. The tools and techniques studied in this module are also used in the companion design module in practical hands on applications.

Aims and Objectives

Learning Outcomes

Subject Specific Practical Skills

Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:

Use numerical simulation software for a range of practical applications and design questions.
Design, write and debug Object-Oriented programs
Use simple numerical programs to solve physical problems

Subject Specific Intellectual and Research Skills

Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:

Describe the most appropriate numerical approach for different electrical problems.
Analyse, enhance and debug existing OO programs.
Effectively integrate reusable OO libraries.

Transferable and Generic Skills

Having successfully completed this module you will be able to:

Understand and choose appropriate commercial numerical simulation tools for different physical problems.
Address novel design challenges by choosing appropriate analysis and design methods.
Model software systems before implementation.
Select an appropriate numerical approach for different simple mathematical problems.

Knowledge and Understanding

Having successfully completed this module, you will be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of:

Approaches for numerical simulation of electrical and electromagnetic fields and systems.
The principles of Object-Oriented programming, including the concepts of inheritance, abstraction and polymorphism.
The use of programs for numerical solution of mathematical equations.

Learning and Teaching

Teaching and learning methods

The content of this module is delivered through lectures, module website, directed reading, pre-recorded materials and practical sessions. Students work on their understanding through a combination of independent study, preparation for timetabled activities and tutorials. Students work on their practical skills and professional skills through laboratory sessions and discussion tutorials.

Study time
Type	Hours
Completion of assessment task	60
Specialist Laboratory	36
Preparation for scheduled sessions	18
Follow-up work	12
Lecture	24
Total study time	150

Resources & Reading list

General Resources

Laboratory space and equipment required. IC fabrication facilities

Software requirements. The student version of Orcad/PSpice and LTSpice

Online documents. Lecture notes and details of assignments and assessment schemes will be provided on line.

Textbooks

Spencer R R & Ghausi M S (2003). Introduction to Electronic Circuit Design. Prentice Hall.

Williams T (2005). The Circuit Designer's Companion. Newnes,.

Sedra A S & Smith K C (2004). Microelectronic Circuits. OUP.

Lidwell W, Holden K and Butler J (2010). Universal Principles of Design. Rockport Publishers Inc.

Assessment

Assessment strategy

This module is assessed entirely by a combination of coursework exercises, presentations and reports, along with demonstrations. There is no referral opportunity for this module. There is no external repeat opportunity for this module.

Summative

This is how we’ll formally assess what you have learned in this module.

Breakdown
Method	Percentage contribution
Coursework	100%

Referral

This is how we’ll assess you if you don’t meet the criteria to pass this module.

Breakdown
Method	Percentage contribution
Coursework	100%

Repeat Information

Repeat type: Internal

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