Simon Fraser University
Engaging the World

Course Outlines

Spring 2026 - MSE 894 G100

Special Topics II (3)

Advanced PID Control

Class Number: 3919

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Jan 5 – Apr 10, 2026: Mon, 9:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
    Surrey

  • Exam Times + Location:

    Apr 25, 2026
    Sat, 8:30–11:30 a.m.
    Surrey

Description

COURSE DETAILS:

  • Introduction to modern power semiconductor devices
  • Two-level and multi-level converters for alternative energy systems
  • Switching and operation schemes of modern power converters
  • Wind energy system configurations and operation
  • Reference frame transformation
  • Electric generators for wind energy systems
  • Photovoltaic solar energy system configurations and operation
  • Control of grid-tied converters
  • Other alternative energy systems
  • Introduction to distributed generation and microgrids

COURSE-LEVEL EDUCATIONAL GOALS:

This course introduces state-of-the-art power conversion technologies in alternative energy systems such as wind and solar energy systems. Upon completion of the course, students are expected to: describe various alternative energy systems and concepts; compare different power conversion architectures for alternative energy systems; design and evaluate advanced switching schemes for power electronic converters; design system configurations for different alternative energy sources such as wind and solar; determine system rating, sizing, parameters, and operation; analyze performance of alternative energy systems; investigate alternative energy systems and operation with computer simulation; and observe and measure alternative energy systems with lab equipment.

Grading

  • Course Projects 60%
  • Term Exams 40%

NOTES:

Recommended References

  • eTextbook: High-power converters and ac drives, 2nd ed, B. Wu et al, Wiley/IEEE, 2017.
  • eTextbook: Power conversion and control of wind energy systems, B. Wu et al, Wiley-IEEE, 2010
  • eTextbook: Grid Converters for Photovoltaic and Wind Power Systems, R. Teodorescu et al, Wiley-IEEE, 2011
  • Presentation material, articles, datasheets, application notes, etc.

REQUIREMENTS:

Graduate students of the course are expected to complete all Labs and course projects individually.

Materials

MATERIALS + SUPPLIES:

None.

REQUIRED READING NOTES:

Your personalized Course Material list, including digital and physical textbooks, are available through the SFU Bookstore website by simply entering your Computing ID at: shop.sfu.ca/course-materials/my-personalized-course-materials.

Graduate Studies Notes:

Important dates and deadlines for graduate students are found here: http://www.sfu.ca/dean-gradstudies/current/important_dates/guidelines.html. The deadline to drop a course with a 100% refund is the end of week 2. The deadline to drop with no notation on your transcript is the end of week 3.

Registrar Notes:

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS

At SFU, you are expected to act honestly and responsibly in all your academic work. Cheating, plagiarism, or any other form of academic dishonesty harms your own learning, undermines the efforts of your classmates who pursue their studies honestly, and goes against the core values of the university.

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RELIGIOUS ACCOMMODATION

Students with a faith background who may need accommodations during the term are encouraged to assess their needs as soon as possible and review the Multifaith religious accommodations website. The page outlines ways they begin working toward an accommodation and ensure solutions can be reached in a timely fashion.