About Electrical Machines

The course of electrical machines is quite different from the other ones. It is a general term for machines using electromagnetic forces like electric generators, electric motors, etc. There are three main parts of electrical machines-transformer, generator and motor. Let us know what all of them exactly mean. In a transformer, both input and output are sources of electrical power. In a generator, the input is mechanical power, and the output is electrical power. In motor, the input is electrical power, and output is mechanical power. Machines can also be categorized as dynamic machines and static machines. Parts of a machine can be rotating machines or linear machines. This field has been growing in recent years. Some of these developments are Artificial intelligence, Neural networks, Fibre communication, Integrated electronics, Expert system, Hot superconductors, New ceramic conducting, Magnetic levitation, Dielectric materials.  In the coming years, as technology keeps upgrading, we expect this field to grow tremendously, keeping in mind the recent developments happening. Graduates of this field will have tremendous opportunities in the future.

What is Electrical Machines?

The electrical machines course teaches us the analysis and principles of electromechanical systems. It is a device that converts mechanical energy into electrical energy vice versa. The students will develop analytical techniques for predicting device and system interaction characteristics. This field is highly demanding. As such, the requirements from students in this field in terms of employability and skills are also huge. The course is oriented towards developing such skills that can be useful to them in their jobs. Some of these are Problem-solving- In this field, engineers must use their thinking abilities to identify a problem and apply a principle they learnt to fix it in the way required; Organizational skills- The work in this field is time-bound, and needs large teams to complete, in this situation the organizational and time management skills of a professional becomes essential to complete tasks efficiently.

Along with this, an aptitude for learning, Numerical skills, Communication skills are also important. For this course, the curriculum to be followed is: Semesters 1&2 will include everything from mathematics, physics, chemistry, engineering graphics, computer programming, information technology, electrical technology, electronics & instrumentation, engineering mechanics etc. The following year will be about learning mathematics, thermodynamics, data structures, circuit theory, digital circuits, electrical machines, analogue circuits, managerial economics, numerical methods etc. Next, the course will teach students control systems, power systems, Digital Signal Processing, microprocessors, machine and power system design etc. The course is concluded with operation research and high voltage engineering.

Eligibility and Career in Electrical Machines

The candidate should have minimum eligibility criteria to pursue electrical engineering in class 10+2. They passed in PCM or PCMB subject with a minimum of 50% marks from a recognized school, college or equivalent. For the postgraduate level, the candidate must have a B. Tech degree in electrical engineering. This course will take a total of four years. Graduates from this field can get employed as Electrical Manager, Maintenance Engineer, Professor, Mechanical Engineer in areas such as Energy & Power Sector, Pharmaceutical Sector, Chemical & Petrochemical Plant, Water Treatment Facilities, etc.