ECE3051 Electrical energy systems
Faculty of Engineering
ECE3051 Electrical energy systems is a level 3, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Engineering, offered in 2026 in Semester 1 at Clayton and Malaysia. It needs ECE2131 and unlocks 1 unit.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2026
- Semester 1
- Clayton, Malaysia
- Assessment
- Exam 60%
- and 2 other tasks
- Workload
- 144 hours
- per semester
This is the 2026 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before ECE3051
Prerequisites
Pass these before you enrol.
After ECE3051
1 unit list ECE3051 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
Enrolment rules
E6011 Master of Professional Engineering - You are exempt from the prerequisite rule if you are enrolled in this course.
Overview
The unit begins by considering electrical machines, looking at DC machines, induction motors, synchronous motors and other types of motors under fixed and variable speed operation. Then thyristor rectifiers and switched power converters are presented, looking at their use for electrical energy conversion in general and variable speed motor control in particular. Finally, single and three phase AC networks, power factor correction, and electrical power generation, transmission and distribution networks are explored. Particular focus is given here to three phase transformers, transmission line modelling, quality of electrical supply, electrical protection systems, and power system control.
Offerings in 2026
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Clayton | On campus |
| First semester | Malaysia | On campus |
Assessment
- Hardware laboratoriesDemonstrationThreshold hurdle30%
- Mid-semester testQuiz / TestThreshold hurdle10%
- Final assessmentExaminationThreshold hurdle60%
Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Analyse a 3 phase AC network.
- 2
Describe DC/AC and DC/DC power conversion techniques.
- 3
Apply power conversion techniques to a renewable energy system.
- 4
Describe electromechanical conversion systems.
- 5
Use power converters to drive induction and synchronous machines.
Workload and teaching
- Workshops24 hours
- Assessments2 hours
- Laboratories15 hours
- Teaching approachSimulation or virtual practice
- Teaching approachOnline learning
- Teaching approachProblem-based learning
The minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of 3-6 hours of scheduled learning activities and 6-9 hours of independent study per week. Scheduled activities may include a combination of teacher-directed learning, peer-directed learning and online engagement. Independent study may include associated readings, assessment and preparation for scheduled activities.
Laboratories are intended to provide students with a real world experience of designing, implementing and testing their ideas in a practical setting.
The lectures are used to address common learning objectives of all students and provide opportunities for class discussion with questions encouraged. The lecturer will often ask students questions and all students are expected to participate in an interactive experience.
Learning in the unit is supplemented by a set of prescribed practical problems. While practical questions contain examinable material, they are to be solved as part of the student self-study workload. The purpose of 1-hour practical classes scheduled during semester is to allow consultation time to resolve difficulties that students may have with solving practical class problems.
Learning resources
Technology resources
MATLAB
Where it fits
ECE3051 is part of 4 areas of study in the 2026 handbook.
- ECSYSENG04Part C. Electrical and computer systems engineering knowledge and applicationElectrical and computer systems engineeringNo reviews yet
- ELCVLTMR01ElectivesElectric vehicle technologyNo reviews yet
- PWRENSYS02Studying other engineering specialisationsPower and energy systems engineeringNo reviews yet
- ROBMCTRN04MALAYSIA: Important requirementRobotics and mechatronics engineeringNo reviews yet
Contacts
- Unit Coordinators
- Dr Mehdi Ghazavi Dozein
- Dr Charles Raymond Sarimuthu
- Chief Examiners
- Dr Mehdi Ghazavi Dozein
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for ECE3051?
You need ECE2131 before you enrol. Enrolment rules also apply.
What can I take after ECE3051?
ECE3051 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 1 unit, including ECE4053.
When is ECE3051 offered?
In 2026, ECE3051 runs in Semester 1 at Clayton and Malaysia.
How much work is ECE3051?
The handbook expects about 144 hours of study across the semester. No students have rated its difficulty yet.
Does ECE3051 have an exam?
Yes. The exam is worth 60% of the final mark, alongside 2 other tasks.
Which majors and minors include ECE3051?
ECE3051 is part of Electrical and computer systems engineering; Electric vehicle technology; Power and energy systems engineering; and Robotics and mechatronics engineering.