Wykaz zagadnień z języka angielskiego specjalistycznego dla kierunku Elektrotechnika

Studia stacjonarne i niestacjonarne I stopnia

Wybór : mgr inż. Krystyna Ciesielska
Sporządzone : 8 grudnia 2019
No. Topic Remarks
1 The phenomenon of electricity. Bohr’s model of atom, periodic table, mass number, atomic Students
number. Elements. Atoms, ions, isotopes. Static electricity, charges. Discharge. Coulomb’s might be
law. Types and properties of materials: metals, nonmetals; conductors, semiconductors, willing to
insulators. Dielectrics. Superconductivity. consider a
Example task : Explain how atoms are built. Cover the following aspects: more
• names, sizes and location of sub-atomic particles in an atom sophisticated
• charge associated with sub-atomic particles approach to
• difference between balanced atoms and ions the structure
• the notions of element and periodic table of matter:
• the meaning of atomic number and mass number the Standard
Example task : Discuss the phenomenon of static electricity. Explain: Model of
• how static electricity is defined and ‘created’ particle
• how it shows physics.
• how it is different from electrical current flow SEMESTR
• where it is exploited I NAUKI
• what danger it poses and what is done to reduce this danger
2. Electrical circuits. Ohm’s and Kirchhoff’s laws. Circuit components, arrangements of The list of
components, electrical quantities, symbols and units. Functions of components in a circuit. DC components
and AC. Signal shapes. Factors influencing resistance. is rather
Example task : Present and discuss Ohm’s law. Provide: long: diodes,
• verbal formulation of the law transistors,
• the formula and the explanation of symbols used in it integrated
• discussion of two cases (rising V, rising R) circuits.
• an example of using the law for calculations resistors,
Example task : Describe the electrical circuit. In your description: capacitors,
• Present the essential parts of the circuit and give their functions. inductors,
• Provide the common interpretation of electrical current. relays,
• Explain what goes on in a closed circuit, open circuit and short circuit. switches….
• Name five or more basic components of the electrical circuit and discuss their SEMESTR I
functions. NAUKI
• Explain the similarities of and differences between a DC circuit and an AC circuit.
3. The war of the currents: AC vs DC power. Early days of electrification. Electrical power, SEMESTR
load, losses, efficiency, safe handling and hazards, range of transmission. The significance of II NAUKI
transformer for power transmission. Present-day HVDC systems.
Example task: Explain why AC systems prevailed.
4. The electric power transmission and distribution system. Voltage levels: HV, MV and LV. SEMESTR
Components of the system. Overhead vs. underground transmission: cost of installation and II NAUKI
maintenance, power losses, range, safety, environmental impact and aesthetic concerns.
5. The smart grid. Distributed generation of energy, accommodating individual suppliers of SEMESTR
energy. Two-way communication between utility and consumer. Demand for, supply and II NAUKI
consumption of electrical energy. Online pricing, smart meters.
Example task: Describe the current electrical grid and the smart grid of the future.
• Discuss the transmission and distribution part of the grid.
• Present basic components of the electrical grid and their functions.
• Explain where transformers are used and what for.
• Explain why transition to a new solution is necessary.
• Identify three major differences between the current grid and the smart grid.
• Present at least three benefits of introducing the smart grid.
6. The transformer: principle of operation ( electromagnetic induction). Main parts and basic SEMESTR
operation of step-up and step-down transformers and autotransformers. Construction II NAUKI
considerations, coolants. Efficiency rates. Eddy currents, hysteresis. Magnetic permeability of
core materials.
Example task: Discuss the operation and applications of transformers. Cover the following
 aspects:
• parts of a transformer
• principle of operation
• operation of a transformer in detail
• the significance of turns ratio
• efficiency
• the place and functions of transformers in the electric grid
7. Protection in electrical and power circuits: fuse, circuit breaker, residual current device. SEMESTR
Example task : Present and discuss selected protection devices used in electrical circuitry. III NAUKI
Cover the following aspects:
• types of protective devices
• the reasons why protective devices must be used
• the difference in construction and operation of fuses and circuit breakers
• the operation of the RCD
• the areas of applicability of respective devices
8. Transmission lines and cables. Electrical properties of cables. Cable construction. Types of SEMESTR
insulation. Transmission towers and pylons. II NAUKI
Example task: Compare overhead lines and underground cables used in electrical energy
transmission and distribution. Explain:
• how the cables and lines are built.
• where they are placed.
• what purpose they serve.
• how they impact the environment.
• what risks they pose.
9. Electrical machines: generator of electricity, electric motor. Principle of operation, prime Optionally :
mover. Electrical and mechanical parts. Field winding, permanent magnet, armature. Turbine, many types
shaft, stator, rotor. Alternator and dynamo. Excitation. Torque. Rated power. Speed control in of motor
motors. SEMESTR
Example task: Explain the construction and operation of a DC motor. Cover the following III NAUKI
aspects:
• the function and principle of operation of motors
• main parts of the DC motor
• operation of the DC motor in more detail
• comparison of DC motors and AC motors (speed control, cost and maintenance)
• two applications of DC motors
10. Modern energy sources. Power plants. Photovoltaic cells, wind turbines, hydropower, To be
geothermal energy, biomass. Renewable vs nonrenewable sources of energy. Efficiency, continued in
environmental impact. the II cycle
Example task: Discuss the energy resources used in electricity generation. Cover the course
following aspects: SEMESTR
• classification of resources (renewables vs. non-renewables). III NAUKI
• advantages and disadvantages of using fossil fuels.
• availability, stability, cost-efficiency and environmental impact of using renewables
(discuss three resources).
• expected future developments in electricity generation.
11. Scientists and inventors, past and present (e.g. Oersted, Faraday, Edison, Tesla, Einstein… ) SEMESTR
OBOJĘTNY
12. Electrical engineering - latest research news ( w tym tekst ‘ nowe technologie’) Topics
covered so
far:
magnetricity,
wireless
transmission
of energy,
graphene…
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