Module ENGI3481: Power Semiconductor Devices

Department: Engineering

ENGI3481: Power Semiconductor Devices

Prerequisites

• ENGI2181

Corequisites

• None

Excluded Combination of Modules

• None

Aims

• This module is designed solely for students studying Department of Engineering degree programmes.
• To introduce the basic concepts of materials for electronic devices and physics of semiconductor devices including material structure, band theory, junction phenomena and devices.
• To equip students with knowledge of power electronic devices suitable for use in modern power converters.
• To study the analytical development and fabrication of a transistor through the use of modelling software.

Content

• Semiconductor Physics and Devices, Modelling of Electronic Devices.

Learning Outcomes

• In-depth knowledge and understanding of fundamental engineering concepts, principles, theories and mathematics relevant to Semiconductor Physics and Devices.
• Practical application of engineering principles.
• AHEP4 Learning Outcomes: In order to satisfy Professional Engineering Institution (PEI) accreditation requirements the following Accreditation of Higher Education Programmes (AHEP4) Learning Outcomes are assessed within this module:
• M1. Apply a comprehensive knowledge of mathematics, statistics, natural science and engineering principles to the solution of complex problems (exam assessed).
• M3. Select and apply appropriate computational and analytical techniques to model complex problems, discussing the limitations of the techniques employed (exam assessed).
• M12. Use practical laboratory and workshop skills to investigate complex problems (coursework assessed).
• M13. Select and apply appropriate materials, equipment, engineering technologies and processes, recognising their limitations (exam assessed).

• On completion of the module, students will be able to critically analyse, evaluate and interpret engineering data;
• On completion of the module, students will be able to apply specialised engineering knowledge to the solution of complex problems in an engineering or industrial context;

• Capacity for self-learning in familiar and unfamiliar situations;
• Numerical skills appropriate to an engineer;
• Time and resource management;
• General problem solving skills.

Modes of Teaching, Learning and Assessment and how these contribute to the learning outcomes of the module

• The courses in Semiconductor Physics and Devices are taught in lectures and reinforced by embedded problem sheets, leading to the required problem solving capability. Assessment is through written examination which enables each student to demonstrate an ability to analyse and solve new problems.
• Students are encouraged to make use of staff 'Surgeries' (otherwise "Office Hours") to discuss any aspect of the module with teaching staff on a one-to-one basis. These are sign-up sessions available for up to one hour per week.
• The coursework in Modelling of Electronic Devices is based in the Department of Engineering. Students are faced with new and complex problems which provide the opportunity for them to enhance their problem solving skills with a particular emphasis on industrial relevance. Assessment is by written report.

Teaching Methods and Learning Hours

Summative Assessment

Formative Assessment:

Laboratories

■ Attendance at all activities marked with this symbol will be monitored. Students who fail to attend these activities, or to complete the summative or formative assessment specified above, will be subject to the procedures defined in the University's General Regulation V, and may be required to leave the University