Abstract

Power electronics and motor drives are major topics covered in undergraduate electrical engineering courses. Nevertheless, current teaching methods are usually based on intensive mathematical analysis, which can be difficult for students to understand but mainly to apply. This article provides ideas and practical experiences of a project-oriented approach implemented in power electronics and motor drives courses at the Automation and Control Department of the Universidad Autónoma de Querétaro, Querétaro, México. By using a microcontroller-based motor drive and a more practical approach in class, it is possible to introduce students to these courses in a more attractive and efficient way. The results presented prove that this methodology improves student competency, increases motivation and promotes teamwork in such technical courses.

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