1. A 2000 words individual coursework assignment weighted at 50%, meeting learning outcomes 3 and 4. The report will require evidence of research, analysis, practical results and critical reasoning and evaluation. The report is expected to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of circuit analysis and the practical evaluation methods to real applications. Assessing AHEP 4 Outcomes C10 and C12.

2. A 1.5-hour written examination weighted at 50%, meeting learning outcomes 1 and 2. Assessing AHEP 4 Outcome C2.

Formative assessment and feedback will be undertaken during the module to assess and develop student learning.

Professional body requirements stipulate that a minimum overall mark of 40% is required to pass the module, with a minimum mark of 30% required in each element of assessment unless otherwise stated.

This module will cover following topics:

- DC Circuit Analysis

Thevenin’s Theorem
Norton’s Theorem
Maximum Power Transfer Theorem
Superposition Theorem
Renewable applications of DC circuit analysis

- AC Circuit Analysis

Sinusoidal waveforms: Frequency, period, peak value, phase angle
Importance of sinusoids in electrical systems
Rotating phasors and the phasor diagram
Complex notation
Inductor and capacitor principles
Analysis of series and parallel RL, RC and RLC circuits
Power factor and its significance
Renewable applications of AC circuit analysis

- Semiconductor Theory and Devices

Semiconductor materials
Semiconductor diodes: operation and classifications
Bipolar Junction Transistors (BJTs)
Junction Field-Effect Transistors (JFETs)
Metal-Oxide Field-Effect Transistor (MOSFETs)
Renewable applications of semiconductor theory

- Analogue Electronics

Analogue quantities and behaviour
Operational amplifiers (Op-Amps)
Applications of Op-Amps in Engineering
Renewable applications of analogue electronics

- Digital Electronics

Digital voltage Levels
Logic Gates: AND, OR, NAND, NOR
Introduction to combinational logic circuits

- Renewable applications of digital electronics

1. Analyse a range of DC and AC electrical circuits using fundamental principles and theorems of electrical and electronic engineering. (AHEP 4: C2)

Programme Learning Outcome: Application & Problem Solving

2. Explain operation of semiconductor devices and evaluate basic analogue and digital electronic circuits. (AHEP 4: C2)

Programme Learning Outcome: Application & Problem solving, Knowledge & Understanding

3. Use practical and laboratory skills to test and evaluate electrical circuits, demonstrating collaborative safe working practices aligned with professional values and behaviours. (AHEP 4: C12)

Programme Learning Outcome: Critical Reasoning & Collaboration

4. Discuss and reflect on results obtained through analytical methods and measurements and explore the importance of mitigation of security risks in electrical networks including renewable energy sources. (AHEP 4: C10)

Programme Learning Outcome: Reflection, Research Skills

This module will enable you to develop understanding, apply knowledge, analyse and evaluate problems, and create solutions through a variety of learning activities, including:

Taught Lectures: To provide a structured introduction to key concepts and underpinning theory.

Tutorials: Interactive sessions designed to reinforce learning, explore concepts in greater depth, and provide opportunities for guided problem-solving and discussion.

Practical Activities: Hands-on sessions using appropriate tools, techniques, or methodologies to support the application of theoretical knowledge to practical problems.

Formative opportunities for informal assessment and feedback will take place throughout the module to support learning, monitor progress, and guide development.

- Microsoft Office
- Electrical circuits simulation tools
- Access to Electrical Engineering labs/workshops

Bird, J. (2021). Bird's Electrical and Electronic Principles and Technology. Routledge.

Verhaevert, J. (2024). Fundamental Electrical and Electronic Principles. Routledge.

Nilsson, J.W. and Riedel, S.A. (2025). Electric circuits. Pearson Education Limited.

Hambley, A.R. (2019). Electric circuits. Pearson Education Limited.

The books listed above for electrical and electronic are recognised standard works in the field, providing rigorous coverage of core and foundational concepts. Although they are not the most recently published texts, they remain widely used and continue to provide essential theoretical grounding, supported by more recent industry publications included in the reading list.

Applications of electrical and electronic devices and circuits are continuously growing. This module will be a great opportunity for you to learn about the electrical and electronic principles with renewable applications. This module will provide you with an ability to design and evaluate practical circuits using various electrical and electronic engineering principles. The module will also enable you discuss the applications of analysis techniques in context of networks integrating renewable energy sources and systems.