Students must have the ability to solve mathematical problems that may arise in engineering and the aptitude to apply knowledge of linear algebra, differential geometry, differential and integral calculus and differential equations. They must also understand the basic concepts of the general laws of mechanics, thermodynamics, fields and waves and electromagnetism, and their application to the resolution of engineering problems. It is also advisable to have previously taken the subject of Electrical Technology.
The subject Circuit Theory is a natural continuation of the subject Electrical Technology and its related competence in the principles of circuit theory and electrical machines. It serves as a basis for other subjects in which a knowledge of dynamic circuit analysis is necessary and introduces the principles of electrical machines.
The mathematical tools studied in this subject, although specialised in the study of circuits, are of general application in the analysis of dynamic systems of any kind and, therefore, this subject is of great interest and usefulness for the future graduate.
Course competences | |
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Code | Description |
A04 | To be able to transmit information, ideas, problems and solutions to both a specialist and non-specialist audience. |
A05 | To have developed the learning skills necessary to undertake subsequent studies with a greater degree of autonomy. |
C04 | Knowledge and use of the principles of the theory of circuits and electrical machinery. |
CG03 | Knowledge of basic materials and technologies that assist the learning of new methods and theories and enable versatility to adapt to new situations. |
CG04 | Ability to take the initiative to solve problems, take decisions, creativity, critical reasoning and ability to communicate and transmit knowledge, skills and abilities in Electrical Engineering. |
Course learning outcomes | |
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Description | |
Know how to determine the temporal response of circuits | |
Knowledge of the fundamentals of the Theory of Symmetrical Components | |
Know how to analyze cicuits in the presence of periodic signals | |
Know how to anayze the frequency response of circuits | |
Know how to use computational tools in the analysis of circuits | |
Know how to apply the Laplace Transform in the analysis of circuits | |
Additional outcomes | |
Not established. |
Laboratory practicals:
Practical 1: Computational tools for circuit analysis.
Practical 2: Study of the time response in first order circuits.
Practical 3: Study of the time response in circuits with successive switching.
Practice 4: Study of the time response in second order circuits.
Practice 5: Applications of Fourier analysis.
Practice 6: Study of frequency response.
Practice 7: Fundamentals of symmetrical components.
Training Activity | Methodology | Related Competences (only degrees before RD 822/2021) | ECTS | Hours | As | Com | Description | |
Class Attendance (theory) [ON-SITE] | Combination of methods | C04 CG03 | 1.2 | 30 | N | N | Presentation and development of fundamental theoretical concepts. | |
Problem solving and/or case studies [ON-SITE] | Problem solving and exercises | A04 A05 C04 CG03 CG04 | 0.4 | 10 | N | N | Resolution of exercises by the teacher that illustrate the theoretical contents discussed above. | |
Class Attendance (practical) [ON-SITE] | Practical or hands-on activities | A04 A05 C04 CG03 CG04 | 0.6 | 15 | N | N | They will consist of small groups of practical exercises that will help to resolve any doubts that may have arisen both in the theoretical concepts and in the resolution of problems. To support the resolution process, it will be complemented with the use of specific software that will allow both the simulation of the proposed circuits and the use of mathematical tools that will speed up the resolution of the practical cases. Attendance at these group tutorial sessions will be compulsory, and students will be required to submit a report of the activities carried out during these sessions. | |
Formative Assessment [ON-SITE] | Assessment tests | A04 A05 C04 CG03 CG04 | 0.2 | 5 | Y | Y | Written tests to evaluate the theoretical and practical contents developed in the course. | |
Study and Exam Preparation [OFF-SITE] | Self-study | A04 A05 C04 CG03 CG04 | 3.6 | 90 | N | N | ||
Total: | 6 | 150 | ||||||
Total credits of in-class work: 2.4 | Total class time hours: 60 | |||||||
Total credits of out of class work: 3.6 | Total hours of out of class work: 90 |
As: Assessable training activity Com: Training activity of compulsory overcoming (It will be essential to overcome both continuous and non-continuous assessment).
Evaluation System | Continuous assessment | Non-continuous evaluation * | Description |
Laboratory sessions | 30.00% | 30.00% | Students must solve the proposed exercises analytically and/or by means of simulation and hand in the resolution in due time and form. As this is a compulsory activity, students must achieve a minimum of 40% of their grade in order to pass the course. This activity can only be recovered when, for duly justified reasons, the teacher deems it necessary to extend the deadline or to take a practice exam. These recoveries will only be allowed if the student has achieved the minimum grade required in the rest of the evaluable activities (partial tests or final exam). The grade will not be retained for subsequent academic years. |
Mid-term tests | 70.00% | 0.00% | They will consist of two tests related to both theoretical aspects and practical application. Passing them will require at least 40% of the maximum mark in each of the mid-term exams. They will be of an eliminatory nature. If the average mark between the mid-term exams passed is equal to or higher than 4 points out of 10, the practical grade will be taken into account and the course will be passed if the mark obtained is higher than 5 points. |
Final test | 0.00% | 70.00% | It will consist of a test related to both theoretical aspects and practical application, which will be structured as two partial tests. Passing the test will require achieving at least 40% of the maximum mark in each of the parts into which it is divided. If the average mark between the parts passed is equal to or higher than 4 points out of 10, the practical grade will be taken into account and the subject will be passed if the mark obtained is higher than 5 points. |
Total: | 100.00% | 100.00% |
Not related to the syllabus/contents | |
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Hours | hours |
Class Attendance (theory) [PRESENCIAL][Combination of methods] | 30 |
Problem solving and/or case studies [PRESENCIAL][Problem solving and exercises] | 10 |
Class Attendance (practical) [PRESENCIAL][Practical or hands-on activities] | 15 |
Formative Assessment [PRESENCIAL][Assessment tests] | 5 |
Study and Exam Preparation [AUTÓNOMA][Self-study] | 90 |
Global activity | |
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Activities | hours |