Birziet University

Faculty of Engineering and Technology

Electrical and Computer Engineering Department
Second Semester 2017
SYLLABUS

1. Course number and name: ENEE3101 Electrical Machines Lab

2. Credits and contact hours: Credit: 1 (Lecture: 0, Lab.: 3)
3. Instructors name: Dr. Ali Abdo
Office: Masri119,
E-mail: aabdo@birzeit.edu
Office Hours: M: 11:00 - 13:00, T: 9:00 - 10:00, W: 11:00 - 13:00,

4. Reference:
Electrical Machines Laboratory Manual, Electrical Engineering Department-
Birzeit University, 2013,
Other Reference: S. Chapman, Electric Machinery Fundamentals, 5th
edition, McGraw Hill, 2011
5. Specific course information

Description:

Selected experiments in the field of DC electrical machines (all types of

motors and generators), single-phase and three-phase transformers, AC
machines, three-phase induction machines, three-phase synchronous
machines, single phase AC motors, contactors and relays application (Lab
3hrs).

Prerequisites:

Electrical Machines (ENEE 2408) and ENEE 2102 Circuits Lab, They are core
courses for Electrical Engineering.

6. Specific goals for the course

Upon the successful completion of this course, a student should be able to:

describe and recognize the key operating principles of transformers and

electrical machines (DC and AC machines) such as speed regulation, torque-
speed characteristics, reversal of direction of rotation, voltage regulationetc
 conduct experimentation on Single Phase and Three Phase Transformers,
Synchronous and Asynchronous Machines, and DC machines, and to analyze
data and identify the characteristics of each type

7. (ABET) Relationship of course to Electrical Engineering Program

Student Outcomes:

(a) Ability to apply mathematics, science and engineering principles

(b) An ability to design and conduct experiments, to analyze and interpret
data

8. Brief list of topics to be covered

Single-Phase and Three Phase Transformers

Three Phase Synchronous Generators and Motors
Three Phase Induction Motors
DC Motors and Generators
Single Phase Induction Motors
Introduction to Control Circuits

9. Tentative Grading:

Quizzes and Discussions 20%

Lab Reports 30%
Final Theoretical Exam 25%
Final Practical Exam 25%

10. Policies:

No late submissions will be accepted.

Lab attendance is required by the university regulations. Come to all labs
and activities.
Make-up will be allowed only for students who miss the final exam with an
acceptable excuse according to the university regulations.
All students are expected to comply with University rules and regulations on
academic Integrity and honesty.