Abstract:
This paper examines the question of how to use project-based learning to increase student performance and satisfaction in a power electronics course addressing the topics...Show MoreMetadata
Abstract:
This paper examines the question of how to use project-based learning to increase student performance and satisfaction in a power electronics course addressing the topics of dc/dc and dc/ac converters, the assembly of a dc/dc converter, and the use of a commercial speed drive. A detailed presentation of the methodology is shown, and the results are analyzed by comparison to previous academic years and by satisfaction surveys. The new course design applies the jigsaw cooperative learning strategy to have students learn the theory of converters, solve problems, and perform simulations, before carrying out projects that solve real-world problems, such as the power converter for a competition solar vehicle (2014/15 course) and power converters for an air conditioner with inverter technology (2015/16 course). Rubrics were used to evaluate the students' work reports and the simulations. The project deliverables are presented and assessed in two design reviews, the first version covering the design and an open loop simulation, and the second covering the closed loop simulation and verification of specifications.
Published in: IEEE Transactions on Education ( Volume: 60, Issue: 3, August 2017)
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Tecnologia Electronica Department, University of Valladolid, Valladolid, Spain
Fernando Martinez-Rodrigo (M’10) received the B.Sc. degree from the University of Valladolid, Valladolid, Spain, in 1988, the M.Sc. degree from the National University of Distance Education, Madrid, Spain, in 1997, and the Ph.D. degree from the University of Valladolid in 2004, all in industrial engineering.
He has been with the Electronic Technology Department, University of Valladolid, since 1984, first as an Assistant P...Show More
Fernando Martinez-Rodrigo (M’10) received the B.Sc. degree from the University of Valladolid, Valladolid, Spain, in 1988, the M.Sc. degree from the National University of Distance Education, Madrid, Spain, in 1997, and the Ph.D. degree from the University of Valladolid in 2004, all in industrial engineering.
He has been with the Electronic Technology Department, University of Valladolid, since 1984, first as an Assistant P...View more
Tecnologia Electronica Department, University of Valladolid, Valladolid, Spain
Luis Carlos Herrero-de Lucas (M’10) received the B.Sc. (Hons.), M.S.E.E., and Ph.D. degrees in electronics engineering from the University of Valladolid, Valladolid, Spain, in 1986, 1992, and 2005, respectively.
He has been an Associate Professor with the Electronic Technology Department, University of Valladolid, since 1994, engaged in the development and design of analog and digital power electronics systems. He teaches ...Show More
Luis Carlos Herrero-de Lucas (M’10) received the B.Sc. (Hons.), M.S.E.E., and Ph.D. degrees in electronics engineering from the University of Valladolid, Valladolid, Spain, in 1986, 1992, and 2005, respectively.
He has been an Associate Professor with the Electronic Technology Department, University of Valladolid, since 1994, engaged in the development and design of analog and digital power electronics systems. He teaches ...View more
Electronics Technology Department, University of Valladolid, Valladolid, Spain
Santiago de Pablo (M’07) received the M.S.E.E. and Ph.D. degrees in electrical engineering from the University of Valladolid, Valladolid, Spain, in 1992 and 1995, respectively.
He has been an Associate Professor with the University of Valladolid since 1998. His current research interests include renewable energies, power electronics, electronic design, advanced processor design on reconfigurable devices, and simulation of ...Show More
Santiago de Pablo (M’07) received the M.S.E.E. and Ph.D. degrees in electrical engineering from the University of Valladolid, Valladolid, Spain, in 1992 and 1995, respectively.
He has been an Associate Professor with the University of Valladolid since 1998. His current research interests include renewable energies, power electronics, electronic design, advanced processor design on reconfigurable devices, and simulation of ...View more
Politechnical University of Cartagena, Cartagena, Spain
Alexis B. Rey-Boue received the M.S. degree (Hons.) in electronics engineering from the University of Oriente, Santiago de Cuba, Cuba, in 1990, and the Ph.D. degree from the University of Valladolid, Valladolid, Spain, in 2000.
He has been with the Technical University of Cartagena, Cartagena, Spain, since 2001, first as an Assistant Professor, and an Associate Professor since 2012. He has authored and coauthored several t...Show More
Alexis B. Rey-Boue received the M.S. degree (Hons.) in electronics engineering from the University of Oriente, Santiago de Cuba, Cuba, in 1990, and the Ph.D. degree from the University of Valladolid, Valladolid, Spain, in 2000.
He has been with the Technical University of Cartagena, Cartagena, Spain, since 2001, first as an Assistant Professor, and an Associate Professor since 2012. He has authored and coauthored several t...View more
Contents Tecnologia Electronica Department, University of Valladolid, Valladolid, Spain
Fernando Martinez-Rodrigo (M’10) received the B.Sc. degree from the University of Valladolid, Valladolid, Spain, in 1988, the M.Sc. degree from the National University of Distance Education, Madrid, Spain, in 1997, and the Ph.D. degree from the University of Valladolid in 2004, all in industrial engineering.
He has been with the Electronic Technology Department, University of Valladolid, since 1984, first as an Assistant Professor, and an Associate Professor since 1994. His academic expertise includes power electronics and new teaching methodologies. His current research interests include power converters for motor control, HVDC and wind applications, and cooperative learning.
Fernando Martinez-Rodrigo (M’10) received the B.Sc. degree from the University of Valladolid, Valladolid, Spain, in 1988, the M.Sc. degree from the National University of Distance Education, Madrid, Spain, in 1997, and the Ph.D. degree from the University of Valladolid in 2004, all in industrial engineering.
He has been with the Electronic Technology Department, University of Valladolid, since 1984, first as an Assistant Professor, and an Associate Professor since 1994. His academic expertise includes power electronics and new teaching methodologies. His current research interests include power converters for motor control, HVDC and wind applications, and cooperative learning.View more
Tecnologia Electronica Department, University of Valladolid, Valladolid, Spain
Luis Carlos Herrero-de Lucas (M’10) received the B.Sc. (Hons.), M.S.E.E., and Ph.D. degrees in electronics engineering from the University of Valladolid, Valladolid, Spain, in 1986, 1992, and 2005, respectively.
He has been an Associate Professor with the Electronic Technology Department, University of Valladolid, since 1994, engaged in the development and design of analog and digital power electronics systems. He teaches courses in power electronics and coordinates the teaching innovation group in power electronics at the University of Valladolid (GIDEPUVa). He is currently involved in research and development of industrial projects in the areas of photovoltaic (dc/ac) and wind generators (ac/ac). His current research interests include direct ac/ac converters, new converter topologies and power electronics conditioners with pulse width modulation sliding inverters for ac motors controllers, and photovoltaic systems.
Luis Carlos Herrero-de Lucas (M’10) received the B.Sc. (Hons.), M.S.E.E., and Ph.D. degrees in electronics engineering from the University of Valladolid, Valladolid, Spain, in 1986, 1992, and 2005, respectively.
He has been an Associate Professor with the Electronic Technology Department, University of Valladolid, since 1994, engaged in the development and design of analog and digital power electronics systems. He teaches courses in power electronics and coordinates the teaching innovation group in power electronics at the University of Valladolid (GIDEPUVa). He is currently involved in research and development of industrial projects in the areas of photovoltaic (dc/ac) and wind generators (ac/ac). His current research interests include direct ac/ac converters, new converter topologies and power electronics conditioners with pulse width modulation sliding inverters for ac motors controllers, and photovoltaic systems.View more
Electronics Technology Department, University of Valladolid, Valladolid, Spain
Santiago de Pablo (M’07) received the M.S.E.E. and Ph.D. degrees in electrical engineering from the University of Valladolid, Valladolid, Spain, in 1992 and 1995, respectively.
He has been an Associate Professor with the University of Valladolid since 1998. His current research interests include renewable energies, power electronics, electronic design, advanced processor design on reconfigurable devices, and simulation of power systems in real time. He is currently involved in research and industrial projects in the areas of wind generators and hardware-in-the-loop simulation.
Santiago de Pablo (M’07) received the M.S.E.E. and Ph.D. degrees in electrical engineering from the University of Valladolid, Valladolid, Spain, in 1992 and 1995, respectively.
He has been an Associate Professor with the University of Valladolid since 1998. His current research interests include renewable energies, power electronics, electronic design, advanced processor design on reconfigurable devices, and simulation of power systems in real time. He is currently involved in research and industrial projects in the areas of wind generators and hardware-in-the-loop simulation.View more
Politechnical University of Cartagena, Cartagena, Spain
Alexis B. Rey-Boue received the M.S. degree (Hons.) in electronics engineering from the University of Oriente, Santiago de Cuba, Cuba, in 1990, and the Ph.D. degree from the University of Valladolid, Valladolid, Spain, in 2000.
He has been with the Technical University of Cartagena, Cartagena, Spain, since 2001, first as an Assistant Professor, and an Associate Professor since 2012. He has authored and coauthored several technical papers. His current research interests include the development of high-performance pulse width modulation dc/ac power converters for UPS, ac drives, and photovoltaic systems (for isolated or grid connected installations).
Alexis B. Rey-Boue received the M.S. degree (Hons.) in electronics engineering from the University of Oriente, Santiago de Cuba, Cuba, in 1990, and the Ph.D. degree from the University of Valladolid, Valladolid, Spain, in 2000.
He has been with the Technical University of Cartagena, Cartagena, Spain, since 2001, first as an Assistant Professor, and an Associate Professor since 2012. He has authored and coauthored several technical papers. His current research interests include the development of high-performance pulse width modulation dc/ac power converters for UPS, ac drives, and photovoltaic systems (for isolated or grid connected installations).View more
