EE430 Control of Electrical Drivers
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Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Asif Šabanović
Course Lecturer
Course Objectives
This course is intended to provide fundamental treatment of a broad range of topics in electrical drives with an emphasis on their application. The presentation of the matter is based on a building-block presentation of the power converters used in modern drives supply, the introduction of the modern space vector theory as early as possible and using a physical basis in explanation of the electrical machines and the electrical drives operation. The mathematical treatment is kept as simple as practical in order to put emphasis on the underlying physical and topological principles. The emphasis will be put on applied concepts and generic solutions in the electrical drives control. The concepts will be discussed in the framework of SISO and MIMO systems. . The acquired knowledge will allow to addressing design and control issues of electrical drives
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
"Ned Mohan, Electric Drives (An Integrated Approach), MNPRE Minneapolis, ISBN 0-9715292-5-6, 2003 Leonhard, Werner: Control of Electrical Drives. - Third edition./ Berlin; Heidelberg; New York; Barcelona; Hong Kong; London; Milan; Paris; Singapore; Tokyo: Springer 2001 (Power Systems) ISBN 3-540-41820-2 Asif Šabanović and Kouhei Ohnishi, Motion Control Systems, IEEE Press, John Willey & Sons (Asia) Pte Ltd, 2011, ISBN978-0-470-82573-0 V.I. Utkin, J. Guldner and J. Shi: Sliding Mode Control in Electromechanical Systems, CRC Press 2009, Print ISBN: 978-1-4200-6560-2, eBook ISBN: 978-1-4200-6561-9
Additional Literature
No additional literatureTeaching Methods
Class discussions with examples
Team project, supported by tutorial sessions for engaged learning and continuous feedback on progress
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Practical Information, Content of the Course | Ch 1,2 |
| 2 | System Modeling Fundamentals | Handout (Šabanovic Ch 1) |
| 3 | System Control Fundamentals | Handout (Šabanovic Ch 2) |
| 4 | Basics of Switch mode power electronics converters | Ch 3,4 |
| 5 | Loads and Operational Condirions of ED | Ch 5,6 |
| 6 | Basics of Switch mode power electronics converters in electrical drives | Handout |
| 7 | Convertes Modeling & Dynamics MIDTERM EXAM | Erickson Sec: 3.1-3.6, 7.1, Handout |
| 8 | Electronic switch and its realization | Erickson Ch4 & Handout |
| 9 | Magnetic Circuits, Electromechanical Energy Conversion | Ch 5,6, Erickson Ch7, Handout |
| 10 | DC Machine Dynamics and Control | Ch 7,8, Handout |
| 11 | Topologies of DC to AC converters, AC machines and Space Vectors | Ch9,11, Handout |
| 12 | Synchronous motor drives | Ch10, Handout |
| 13 | Induction Motor Drives Speed Control | Ch12, Handout |
| 14 | Vector Control in IM and synchronous drives | Ch13, Handout |
| 15 | Answers to Students' Questions |
Course Schedule (All Sections)
Office Hours & Room
| Day | Time | Office | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | 09:00 - 16:00 | A G.5 | |
| Wednesday | 09:00 - 14:00 | A G.5 |
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Assessment Components
Final Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes :
Homework
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes :
Midterm
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes :
IUS Grading System
| Grading Scale | IUS Grading System | IUS Coeff. | Letter (B&H) | Numerical (B&H) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 - 44 | F | 0 | F | 5 |
| 45 - 54 | E | 1 | ||
| 55 - 64 | C | 2 | E | 6 |
| 65 - 69 | C+ | 2.3 | D | 7 |
| 70 -74 | B- | 2.7 | ||
| 75 - 79 | B | 3 | C | 8 |
| 80 - 84 | B+ | 3.3 | ||
| 85 - 94 | A- | 3.7 | B | 9 |
| 95 - 100 | A | 4 | A | 10 |
Late Work Policy
Information about late submission policies will be shared during class and posted in this section. Please check back for official guidelines.
ECTS Credit Calculation
📚 Student Workload
This 6 ECTS credit course corresponds to 150 hours of total student workload, distributed as follows:
Lecture hours
42 hours ⏳ (14 week × 3 h)
Assignments
40 hours ⏳ (5 week × 8 h)
Home study
28 hours ⏳ (14 week × 2 h)
In-term exam study
20 hours ⏳ (1 week × 20 h)
Final exam study
20 hours ⏳ (1 week × 20 h)
150 Total Workload Hours
6 ECTS Credits
Course Policies
Academic Integrity
All work submitted must be your own. Plagiarism, cheating, or any form of academic dishonesty will result in disciplinary action according to university policies. When in doubt about citation practices, consult the instructor.
Attendance Policy
Students are expected to adhere to the attendance requirements as outlined in the International University of Sarajevo Study Rules and Regulations. Excessive absences, whether excused or unexcused, may impact academic performance and eligibility for assessment. Mandatory sessions (e.g., labs, workshops) require attendance unless formally exempted. For detailed policies on absences, documentation, and penalties, please refer to the official university regulations.
Technology & AI Policy
Laptops/tablets may be used for note-taking only during lectures. Phones should be silenced and put away during all class sessions. Audio/video recording requires prior permission from the instructor.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Usage: The use of AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini) varies by assessment component. Please refer to the AI usage indicator next to each assessment item in the Assessment Methods and Criteria section above. Submitting AI-generated content as your own work, where AI is not explicitly allowed, constitutes an academic integrity violation.
Communication Policy
All course-related communication should occur through official university channels (institutional email or SIS). Emails should include [EE430] in the subject line.
Academic Quality Assurance Policy
Course Academic Quality Assurance is achieved through Semester Student Survey. At the end of each academic year, the institution of higher education is obliged to evaluate work of the academic staff, or the success of realization of the curricula.
Learning Tips
Be prepared to contribute thoughtfully during class discussions, labs, or collaborative work. Active participation deepens understanding and encourages critical thinking.
Complete assigned readings or prep materials before class. Take notes, highlight key ideas, and jot down questions. Aim to grasp core concepts and their applications—not just facts.
Use course frameworks or methodologies to analyze problems, case studies, or projects. Begin early to allow time for reflection and refinement. Seek feedback to improve your work.
Don’t hesitate to reach out when something is unclear. Use office hours, discussion boards, or peer networks to clarify concepts and stay on track.
Syllabus Last Updated on Mar 03, 2026 | International University of Sarajevo
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| Course Code | Course Title | Weekly Hours* | ECTS | Weekly Class Schedule | ||||||
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| EE430 | Control of Electrical Drivers | 3 | 2 | 6 | Tue 12:00-14:50 | |||||
| Prerequisite | EE321 | It is a prerequisite to | - | |||||||
| Lecturer | Asif Šabanović | Office Hours / Room / Phone | Tuesday: 9:00-16:00 Wednesday: 9:00-14:00 |
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| asabanovic@ius.edu.ba | ||||||||||
| Assistant | Assistant E-mail | |||||||||
| Course Objectives | This course is intended to provide fundamental treatment of a broad range of topics in electrical drives with an emphasis on their application. The presentation of the matter is based on a building-block presentation of the power converters used in modern drives supply, the introduction of the modern space vector theory as early as possible and using a physical basis in explanation of the electrical machines and the electrical drives operation. The mathematical treatment is kept as simple as practical in order to put emphasis on the underlying physical and topological principles. The emphasis will be put on applied concepts and generic solutions in the electrical drives control. The concepts will be discussed in the framework of SISO and MIMO systems. . The acquired knowledge will allow to addressing design and control issues of electrical drives |
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| Textbook | "Ned Mohan, Electric Drives (An Integrated Approach), MNPRE Minneapolis, ISBN 0-9715292-5-6, 2003 Leonhard, Werner: Control of Electrical Drives. - Third edition./ Berlin; Heidelberg; New York; Barcelona; Hong Kong; London; Milan; Paris; Singapore; Tokyo: Springer 2001 (Power Systems) ISBN 3-540-41820-2 Asif Šabanović and Kouhei Ohnishi, Motion Control Systems, IEEE Press, John Willey & Sons (Asia) Pte Ltd, 2011, ISBN978-0-470-82573-0 V.I. Utkin, J. Guldner and J. Shi: Sliding Mode Control in Electromechanical Systems, CRC Press 2009, Print ISBN: 978-1-4200-6560-2, eBook ISBN: 978-1-4200-6561-9 | |||||||||
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| Learning Outcomes | After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: | |||||||||
| Teaching Methods | Class discussions with examples. Team project, supported by tutorial sessions for engaged learning and continuous feedback on progress. | |||||||||
| Teaching Method Delivery | Face-to-face | Teaching Method Delivery Notes | ||||||||
| WEEK | TOPIC | REFERENCE | ||||||||
| Week 1 | Practical Information, Content of the Course | Ch 1,2 | ||||||||
| Week 2 | System Modeling Fundamentals | Handout (Šabanovic Ch 1) | ||||||||
| Week 3 | System Control Fundamentals | Handout (Šabanovic Ch 2) | ||||||||
| Week 4 | Basics of Switch mode power electronics converters | Ch 3,4 | ||||||||
| Week 5 | Loads and Operational Condirions of ED | Ch 5,6 | ||||||||
| Week 6 | Basics of Switch mode power electronics converters in electrical drives | Handout | ||||||||
| Week 7 | Convertes Modeling & Dynamics MIDTERM EXAM | Erickson Sec: 3.1-3.6, 7.1, Handout | ||||||||
| Week 8 | Electronic switch and its realization | Erickson Ch4 & Handout | ||||||||
| Week 9 | Magnetic Circuits, Electromechanical Energy Conversion | Ch 5,6, Erickson Ch7, Handout | ||||||||
| Week 10 | DC Machine Dynamics and Control | Ch 7,8, Handout | ||||||||
| Week 11 | Topologies of DC to AC converters, AC machines and Space Vectors | Ch9,11, Handout | ||||||||
| Week 12 | Synchronous motor drives | Ch10, Handout | ||||||||
| Week 13 | Induction Motor Drives Speed Control | Ch12, Handout | ||||||||
| Week 14 | Vector Control in IM and synchronous drives | Ch13, Handout | ||||||||
| Week 15 | Answers to Students' Questions | |||||||||
| Assessment Methods and Criteria | Evaluation Tool | Quantity | Weight | Alignment with LOs | AI Usage |
| Final Exam | 1 | 40 | Not Allowed | ||
| Semester Evaluation Components | |||||
| Homework | 2 | 30 | Not Allowed | ||
| Midterm | 1 | 30 | Not Allowed | ||
| *** ECTS Credit Calculation *** | |||||
| Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | |||
| Lecture hours | 3 | 14 | 42 | Assignments | 8 | 5 | 40 | |||
| Home study | 2 | 14 | 28 | In-term exam study | 20 | 1 | 20 | |||
| Final exam study | 20 | 1 | 20 | |||||||
| Total Workload Hours = | 150 | |||||||||
| *T= Teaching, P= Practice | ECTS Credit = | 6 | ||||||||
| Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey | Last Update Date: 27/03/2026 | |||||||||