<p> EE 211 – Electrical Circuits and Power Distribution</p><p>Credits and Contact Hours: 3 credits; web-based</p><p>Course Instructor: Shizhuo Yin</p><p>University Bulletin Description: EE 211 (3) D.C. and A.C. circuits, transformers, single and three-phase distribution systems, A.C. motors and generators. Prerequisite: PHYS 212</p><p>Prerequisites by Topics: 1. Understanding of and ability to use basic and intermediate algebra, calculus and trigonometry, complex number and differential equations in solving linear circuits. 2. Understanding the physical properties of basic circuit elements (e.g., resistors, capacitors, and inductors)</p><p>Designation: Required course for designated majors other than electrical engineering, computer engineering, and engineering science.</p><p>Course Outcomes: This course provides fundamental education in electrical circuit analysis techniques to non- electrical engineering majors. Students should be able to do the following upon completion of this course: 1. Analyze simple DC resistive circuits using Ohm's law, Kirchhoff's current/voltage laws; 2. Apply node-voltage and mesh-current analysis methods; 3. Understand the difference between ideal sources and practical sources; 4. Determine Thevenin and Norton equivalent circuit parameters; 5. Understand superposition and source transformation techniques; 6. Combine capacitors or inductors into equivalent elements; 7. Apply continuity conditions and DC steady-state conditions to RLC circuits; 8. Find energy stored in capacitors and inductors in DC steady-state circuits; 9. Apply equations for forced and natural transient responses for series RL, RC circuits; 10. Perform basic algebraic operations using complex number; 11. Apply phasor analysis to AC circuits; 12. Determine complex power and find load impedance for maximum power transfer; 13. Use ideal transformers in basic circuits; 14. Understand residential electrical basics and safety issues; 15. Understand fundamental properties of three-phase power.</p><p>Course Topics: 1. Electric Charge and Coulomb’s Law 2. Definitions of Voltage, Current, and Power 3. Voltage and Current Sources and Ohm’s Law 4. Kirchhoff’s Voltage and Current Laws 5. Resistors in Series & Parallel and Voltage and Current Divider Rules 6. Node-Voltage and Mesh-Current Analysis Techniques 7. Linearity and the Superposition Principle 8. Thevenin and Norton Equivalent Circuits 9. Capacitors and Inductors 10. 1st Order RC and RL Circuits 11. Phasors and Impedance/Admittance 12. Sinusoidal Steady State Analysis 13. Frequency Response-Bode Plots, Decibel 14. Average, Reactive, and Complex Power 15. Power Factor and Power Factor Correction 16. Ideal Transformers 17. Electrical Basics and Safety Issues 18. Three-phase Circuit Analysis and Power</p>