RS
Reviewed Jun 10, 2026
Excellent explanations, the only drawback is that, despite it being said that the textbook is not necessary, for a more in-depth understanding of the lessons, the use of the textbook is indispensable.
Introduction to Power Electronics
This course can also be taken for academic credit as ECEA 5700, part of CU Boulder’s Master of Science in Electrical Engineering degree. This course introduces the basic concepts of switched-mode converter circuits for controlling and converting electrical power with high efficiency. Principles of converter circuit analysis are introduced, and are developed for finding the steady state voltages, current, and efficiency of power converters. Assignments include simulation of a dc-dc converter, analysis of an inverting dc-dc converter, and modeling and efficiency analysis of an electric vehicle system and of a USB power regulator. After completing this course, you will: ● Understand what a switched-mode converter is and its basic operating principles ● Be able to solve for the steady-state voltages and currents of step-down, step-up, inverting, and other power converters ● Know how to derive an averaged equivalent circuit model and solve for the converter efficiency A basic understanding of electrical circuit analysis is an assumed prerequisite for this course.
Status: Engineering Analysis
Status: Simulation and Simulation Software
IntermediateCourse12 hours
Featured reviews
GS
Reviewed Jan 22, 2022
one of the best courses, have a mechanical background,was able to understand most of it.Some of the assignment problems are tough.It would be good if solution is provided for them
PK
Reviewed Jun 18, 2020
Very nice course. Even if you are already familiar with power electronics, it will help you to form a system of knowledge and utilize rational approaches for task solution of any level of complicity.
FF
Reviewed Jul 1, 2018
This course is really good, the approach to dealing with the problems (the models proposed) make the content easier than it looks, although still demanding some time to do the assignments.
KE
Reviewed Jan 11, 2020
The professor explains every concept comprehensively and I could master drawing steady state wave forms for every power converter from just this course. Thanks a lot Prof. Erikson
UM
Reviewed Jul 29, 2022
An excellent course installing the fundamental knowledge of power electronics. Would definitely recommend it especially to automotive engineers planning to work in the field of electrical mobility
MA
Reviewed Jul 1, 2017
The course is outstanding and designed in a very professional manner. This course can be made more better for students by including answers of problems and making forum more responsive.
NA
Reviewed Sep 12, 2024
I thoroughly enjoyed the challenging homework assignments! I also love the teaching style of the professor and the pace of the course. Thank you for putting together a solid introductory course!
AF
Reviewed Nov 26, 2016
This wan an excellent course especially for electrical engineering students.I suggest this course to every electrical engineering student and anyone interested in Power Electronics.
BI
Reviewed Aug 13, 2021
Great course with plenty of information and thorough explanation , but tolerances can be loosen a little bit and more guidance can be provided for the quizes to better guide us through them
BV
Reviewed Sep 9, 2020
It was a bit too hard.I wish it had more simulations and practices with software.Most of the assignments I had to use the simulator to have a better understanding of the subjects.
AR
Reviewed May 11, 2021
Covers all basics required for steady-state analysis of converters. Could have been better if they provided a solution manual for the assignments and lived interaction with the professor.