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: Electrical Engineering/ Electrical and Electronics Engineering/ Electrical Power
Programme Name/s
System
Programme Code : EE/ EK/ EP
Semester : Fifth
Course Title : A.C. MACHINES PERFORMANCE
Course Code :

I. RATIONALE
AC machines are widely used in various industries and generating stations, while three phase induction motors
are work horse of the industries, alternators are used for generating electrical power. This course is designed to
enable the diploma students to acquire the knowledge and skills related to operation and maintenance of these
AC machines to enhance the employability in the field.

II. INDUSTRY / EMPLOYER EXPECTED OUTCOME

Test the performance of different AC machines in industries.

III. COURSE LEVEL LEARNING OUTCOMES (COS)

Students will be able to achieve & demonstrate the following COs on completion of course based learning

CO1 - Test the performance of three phase induction motor.

CO2 - Control the speed of three phase induction motor using appropriate technique(s).
CO3 - Use single phase induction motor for industrial applications.
CO4 - Test the performance of three phase alternator.
CO5 - Use special purpose electrical machines for industrial applications.

IV. TEACHING-LEARNING & ASSESSMENT SCHEME

Learning Scheme Assessment Scheme
Actual
Contact Based on LL & TL Based
Theory
Course Course Hrs./Week on SL
Course Title Abbr Credits Paper Total
Code Category/s SLH NLH Practical
Duration Marks
FA- SA-
CL TL LL Total FA-PR SA-PR SLA
TH TH
Max Max Max Min Max Min Max Min Max Min
A.C. MACHINES
ACM DSC 5 - 2 2 9 3 3 30 70 100 40 25 10 25# 10 25 10 175
PERFORMANCE
Total IKS Hrs for Sem. : 0 Hrs
Abbreviations: CL- ClassRoom Learning , TL- Tutorial Learning, LL-Laboratory Learning, SLH-Self Learning
Hours, NLH-Notional Learning Hours, FA - Formative Assessment, SA -Summative assessment, IKS - Indian
Knowledge System, SLA - Self Learning Assessment
Legends: @ Internal Assessment, # External Assessment, *# On Line Examination , @$ Internal Online
Examination
Note :

1. FA-TH represents average of two class tests of 30 marks each conducted during the semester.
2. If candidate is not securing minimum passing marks in FA-PR of any course then the candidate shall be
declared as "Detained" in that semester.
3. If candidate is not securing minimum passing marks in SLA of any course then the candidate shall be
declared as fail and will have to repeat and resubmit SLA work.
4. Notional Learning hours for the semester are (CL+LL+TL+SL)hrs.* 15 Weeks
5. 1 credit is equivalent to 30 Notional hrs.
6. * Self learning hours shall not be reflected in the Time Table.
7. * Self learning includes micro project / assignment / other activities.

V. THEORY LEARNING OUTCOMES AND ALIGNED COURSE CONTENT

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Suggested
Theory Learning Outcomes Learning content mapped with Theory
Sr.No Learning
(TLO's)aligned to CO's. Learning Outcomes (TLO's) and CO's.
Pedagogies.
TLO 1.1 Classify three phase AC
machines.
TLO 1.2 Explain constructional
details and working principle of Unit - I Three phase induction motors
the given induction motor. 1.1 Three phase AC machines: classification.
TLO 1.3 Explain the production of 1.2 Squirrel cage induction motor and slip ring
a rotating magnetic field with two induction motor: constructional details.
and three phases. 1.3 Concept of rotating magnetic field:
TLO 1.4 Define synchronous production of rotating magnetic field (with two Lecture Using
speed. and three phases), synchronous speed. Chalk-Board,
TLO 1.5 Mention the general 1.4 Squirrel cage induction motor and slip ring Presentations,
specifications and ratings of three induction motor: working principle, Video
phase induction motor. comparison. Demonstrations,
1
TLO 1.6 Analyze the behavior of 1.5 Rotor behavior and relations: standstill and Flipped Classroom,
the rotor under the given running conditions, speed, slip, frequency of Collaborative
conditions. induced emf/currents, power factor. Learning,
TLO 1.7 Calculate the given 1.6 Slip measurement methods: tachometer, Case Study,
parameter related to the stroboscope, galvanometer. Industry Visit.
induction motor. 1.7 Torques: starting, full load and maximum
TLO 1.8 Describe the given torque & their ratios.
method(s) for slip measurement 1.8 Torque-slip (T-S) characteristics.
of the given induction motor. 1.9 Squirrel cage induction motor: losses and
TLO 1.9 Interpret the torque-slip power stages.
characteristics of the given
induction motor and state its
applications.
TLO 2.1 Justify the need of starter
for three phase induction motor. Unit - II Starting and speed control of three
TLO 2.2 Describe constructional phase induction motors
Lecture Using
details of the given type of starter 2.1 Necessity of starters for three phase
Chalk-Board,
for the induction motor. induction motors.
Presentations,
TLO 2.3 Explain working of the 2.2 Primary resistance starter, DOL, auto
Video
given starter for three phase transformer starter, star delta starter, rotor
Demonstrations,
2 induction motors. resistance starter: constructional details and
Flipped Classroom,
TLO 2.4 List all the components working.
Collaborative
used in the given soft starter. 2.3 Soft starters: component details and
Learning,
TLO 2.5 Explain the working of working.
Case Study,
the given soft starter. 2.4 Speed control methods: stator voltage
Industry Visit.
TLO 2.6 Explain the given control, pole changing, rotor resistance, variable
method(s) of speed control for the frequency drives (VFD).
induction motor.

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Suggested
Theory Learning Outcomes Learning content mapped with Theory
Sr.No Learning
(TLO's)aligned to CO's. Learning Outcomes (TLO's) and CO's.
Pedagogies.
TLO 3.1 Explain the double field
revolving theory and its
significance in single-phase
induction motors.
Unit - III Single phase induction motors
TLO 3.2 Describe the given self- Lecture Using
3.1 Necessity of single-phase induction motor
starting technique(s) for the Chalk-Board,
3.2 Double field revolving theory.
single-phase induction motors. Presentations,
3.3 Self starting techniques : phase splitting,
TLO 3.3 Describe the Video
shaded pole, reluctance.
3 constructional details of the given Demonstrations,
3.4 Types : capacitor start-induction run,
single-phase induction motor. Flipped Classroom,
capacitor start-capacitor run (two value and
TLO 3.4 Explain the working Collaborative
single value capacitor), shaded pole:
principles of the given single- Learning,
construction, working, torque-slip (T-S)
phase induction motor. Case Study.
characteristics and applications.
TLO 3.5 Interpret the torque-slip
characteristics of the given single-
phase induction motor and state
its applications.
TLO 4.1 Describe the
constructional details of three
phase alternators.
TLO 4.2 Explain the working
principle of alternator.
Unit - IV Three phase synchronous machines
TLO 4.3 State the advantages of
4.1 Three phase alternators: constructional
rotating field in turbo alternators.
details, working principle. Types of alternators
TLO 4.4 Calculate the speed and
and their comparison: turbo alternator and
frequency for the given three
hydro alternator.
phase alternator.
4.2 Turbo alternators: advantages of rotating
TLO 4.5 Calculate the pitch factor,
field.
distribution factor and EMF for
4.3 Relations for speed and frequency. Lecture Using
the given three phase alternator.
4.4 Winding: advantages of short pitched Chalk-Board
TLO 4.6 Explain the given type of
winding, relations for pitch factor and Presentations
excitation system used in three
distribution factor. Video
phase alternator.
4 4.5 Excitation system: DC, AC, static. Demonstrations
TLO 4.7 Explain the significance
4.6 E.M.F. equation of alternator. Flipped Classroom
of synchronous reactance.
4.7 Synchronous reactance. Collaborative
TLO 4.8 Explain the impact of
4.8 Armature reaction at various power factors. Learning,
power factors on performance of
4.9 Voltage regulation: direct loading method Case Study
the three phase alternator.
and synchronous impedance method.
TLO 4.9 Calculate the voltage
4.10 Synchronisation of alternators: definition,
regulation of three phase
necessity and conditions
alternators for the given loading
4.11 Three phase synchronous motor: principle
conditions.
of operation, significance of load angle.
TLO 4.10 Explain the working
4.12 Synchronous motor for power factor
principle of three phase
improvement.
synchronous motor and its use for
power factor improvement.
TLO 4.11 Explain necessity of
synchronisation and describe the
conditions for it.

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Suggested
Theory Learning Outcomes Learning content mapped with Theory
Sr.No Learning
(TLO's)aligned to CO's. Learning Outcomes (TLO's) and CO's.
Pedagogies.
TLO 5.1 Describe construction of Unit - V Special purpose machines Lecture Using
the given type of special purpose 5.1 Universal motor, synchronous reluctance Chalk-Board
machine. motor, permanent magnet synchronous motors Presentations
TLO 5.2 Explain the working (PMSM), stepper motors. Video
5 principle of the given special 5.2 Constructional details and working of linear Demonstrations
purpose machine. induction motor. Flipped Classroom
TLO 5.3 Select relevant special 5.3 Single and double sided linear induction Collaborative
purpose machine for the specified motor. Learning,
application. 5.4 Applications of linear induction motor. Case Study

VI. LABORATORY LEARNING OUTCOME AND ALIGNED PRACTICAL / TUTORIAL EXPERIENCES.

Practical / Tutorial / Laboratory Sr Laboratory Experiment / Practical Titles / Number Relevant
Learning Outcome (LLO) No Tutorial Titles of hrs. COs
LLO 1.1 Identify the different
parts of a three phase squirrel
cage and slip ring induction * Identification of different parts of a three phase
motor. squirrel cage and slip ring induction motor,
LLO 1.2 Reverse the direction of 1 interpretation of the nameplate of three phase 2 CO1
rotation of a three phase induction motor and reversal of the direction of
induction motors. rotation
LLO 1.3 Interpret the nameplate
of three phase induction motor.
LLO 2.1 Measure slip of a three
phase induction motor using *Measurement of slip of a three-phase induction
tachometer. motor by :
LLO 2.2 Measure slip of a three
phase induction motor using 2 a) using Tachometer 2 CO1
galvanometer. b) using galvanometer
LLO 2.3 Measure slip of a three-
phase induction motor using c) using stroboscope
stroboscope.
LLO 3.1 Perform brake test on a
3 *Brake test on three-phase induction motor. 2 CO1
three-phase induction motor.
LLO 4.1 Measure iron and copper
losses in a three-phase induction * Measurement of iron and copper losses through
motor. 4 no-load and blocked rotor test on a three-phase 2 CO1
LLO 4.2 Calculate the efficiency of induction motor and calculation of efficiency
a three-phase induction motor.
LLO 5.1 Start a three phase
induction motor using a given * Starting of a three-phase induction motor
starter. 5 using (a) auto transformer (b) DOL starter (c) star- 2 CO2
LLO 5.2 Set the current rating of delta starter
DOL/ star-delta starter.
LLO 6.1 Control the speed of a
Speed control of a three-phase slip ring induction
three phase slip ring induction 6 2 CO2
motor by varying rotor resistance.
motor by varying rotor resistance.
LLO 7.1 Control the speed of a
three phase slip ring induction
motor by varying rotor resistance. Starting and controlling the speed of a three-
LLO 7.2 Start the three phase 7 phase induction motor using variable frequency 2 CO2
induction motor using VFD. drive (VFD)
LLO 7.3 Control the speed of three
phase induction motor using VFD.
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Practical / Tutorial / Laboratory Sr Laboratory Experiment / Practical Titles / Number Relevant
Learning Outcome (LLO) No Tutorial Titles of hrs. COs
LLO 8.1 Identify different parts of
* Identification of different parts of a single phase
a single phase induction motor.
induction motor and reversing the direction of
LLO 8.2 Reverse the direction of 8 2 CO3
rotation of a ceiling fan/ single phase induction
rotation of a single phase
motor/ universal motor
inducction motor.
LLO 9.1 Operate three phase Operation of three phase alternator for variable
alternator for variable frequency 9 frequency output by controlling speed of its prime 2 CO4
output. mover
LLO 10.1 Perform a direct loading
test on a three phase alternator to
determine voltage regulation Direct loading test of a three-phase alternator for
under various loads. 10 determining voltage regulation with resistive, 2 CO4
LLO 10.2 Calculate up ad down inductive, and capacitive loads
regulation of three phase
alternator.
LLO 11.1 Perform open circuit
(OC) and short circuit (SC) test on
three-phase alternator.
* Open circuit (OC) and short circuit (SC) test on
LLO 11.2 Calculate the efficiency
11 three phase alternator for determining its 2 CO4
of a three-phase alternator.
efficiency and voltage regulation
LLO 11.3 Calculate the up and
down regulation of three phase
alternator.
LLO 12.1 Control the speed of a
12 *Speed control of stepper motor 2 CO5
stepper motor.
Note : Out of above suggestive LLOs -
'*' Marked Practicals (LLOs) Are mandatory.
Minimum 80% of above list of lab experiment are to be performed.
Judicial mix of LLOs are to be performed to achieve desired outcomes.

VII. SUGGESTED MICRO PROJECT / ASSIGNMENT/ ACTIVITIES FOR SPECIFIC LEARNING / SKILLS
DEVELOPMENT (SELF LEARNING)

Assignment

Calculate starting torque, full load torque and maximum torque for a given 3 phase induction motor connected
to a rated power supply.
Calculate rotor current frequency, synchronous speed and rotor speed for a given slip, number of poles and
power supply of 3 phase induction motor.
Calculate the external resistance to be inserted in rotor circuit to get the maximum torque at the starting
conditions for a given slip ring induction motor connected to a rated power supply.
Calculate the external resistance to be inserted in rotor circuit to get the maximum torque at a given running
conditions for a given slip ring induction motor connected to a rated power supply.
Solve numerical to calculate voltage regulation of alternator.
Solve numerical to calculate emf of alternator.

Micro project

Collect information in brochures or other means for setting up VVVF drives.

Collect information/product brochures on different types of alternators.
Gather information and product brochures on both AC and DC servomotors commonly employed in robotics,
CNC machining, conveyor systems, and other motion control applications.
Collect information and product brochures, for single-phase induction motors and BLDC motor used in ceiling
fans.

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Obtain information and product brochures on stepper motors utilized in precision positioning systems, 3D
printers, CNC machines, and other motion control applications.
Visit an industry and collect information/product brochures on three phase induction motors used for lifts,
cranes and hoists and prepare reports covering interpretation of technical specification, name of manufacturer,
frame size and applications.
Visit an industry and collect information/product brochures on three phase induction motors used for floor
mills, agricultural solar pumps and prepare reports covering interpretation of technical specification, name of
manufacturer, frame size and applications.
Design a model of a three-phase/single-phase induction motor using software such as CAD, CATIA, or
SOLIDWORKS to visualize and understand its constructional details.

Suggested Student Activity

Note: Sign in to perform below activities in virtual lab : " https://portal.coepvlab.ac.in/vlab/ ". Suggested virtual
lab practical are the additional activities to be performed by students for the better understanding of the concepts
related to AC machines and should not be considered as a substitute for actual laboratory practical experiences.
Perform short circuit test on three phase alternator.
Perform speed control of a slip ring induction motor.
Perform V and inverted V curves of synchronous motor.
Perform starting of three phase induction motor with a) stator resistance starter b) auto transformer starter c)
star-delta starter.
Perform no load test on three phase induction motor.

Note :

Above is just a suggestive list of microprojects and assignments; faculty must prepare their own bank of
microprojects, assignments, and activities in a similar way.
The faculty must allocate judicial mix of tasks, considering the weaknesses and / strengths of the student in
acquiring the desired skills.
If a microproject is assigned, it is expected to be completed as a group activity.
SLA marks shall be awarded as per the continuous assessment record.
For courses with no SLA component the list of suggestive microprojects / assignments/ activities are
optional, faculty may encourage students to perform these tasks for enhanced learning experiences.
If the course does not have associated SLA component, above suggestive listings is applicable to Tutorials
and maybe considered for FA-PR evaluations.

VIII. LABORATORY EQUIPMENT / INSTRUMENTS / TOOLS / SOFTWARE REQUIRED

Relevant LLO
Sr.No Equipment Name with Broad Specifications
Number
Three Phase Induction Motor 3 hp / 5 hp, 415 V, 50 Hz, 1440 RPM Squirrel Cage
1 1,2,3,4,5,6
type with Brake and Pulley arrangement.
2 Three Phase Induction Motor 3 hp / 5 hp, 415 V, 50 Hz, 1440 RPM Slip Ring type. 1,2,4,5,6,7
3 Experimentation kit of speed control of stepper motor for 1.8 degree step angle 12
4 Stroboscope or relative Mobile app (e.g. Strobolight/RPM meter). 2
5 Galvanometer (30-0-30). 2
6 Auto Transformer: 3-Phase, 5kVA, 0 to 470V. 2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11
7 Ammeters MI Type: AC/DC 0-5-10A, 0-10-20A. 2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11,12
8 Voltmeters MI Type: AC/DC, 0-150/300V, 0-250/500V. 2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11,12
9 Clip on Meter Digital/Analog. 2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11,12
10 Digital Multimeter with standard makes for measurements. 2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11,12
11 Tachometers: Contact and Non-contact types: 100 to 10000 RPM. 2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11,12
Three Phase Induction Motor 3 hp / 5 hp, 415 V, 50 Hz, 1440 RPM Squirrel Cage
12 6
type coupled with suitable DC Shunt Machine.
13 Wattmeters: Single Phase, Single Element, 2.5/5A, 200/400V. 6,7
14 Wattmeters: Three Phase Double Element, 5/10A, 250/500V. 6,7
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Relevant LLO
Sr.No Equipment Name with Broad Specifications
Number
15 Low Power Factor Wattmeter: Single Phase, 2.5/5A, 250/500V. 6,7
Single Phase Induction Motor, Permanent Capacitor (single value), 1 hp, 230 V, 50
16 8
Hz, 1440 RPM.
17 Star- Delta Starter (Auto/Manual), DOL Starter, VFD for 3 to 5 hp Motors. 8
18 Ceiling Fan 230V preferably dismantled. 8
19 Mixer Grinder (as a Universal Motor) 230V, 500W, 2800RPM. 8
20 Frequency Meter. 9
21 Load Bank: Resistive, 3-Phase, 5kW, 415V. 9,10
22 Load Bank: Inductive, 3-Phase, 20A, 415V. 9,10
23 Load Bank: Capacitive, 3-Phase, 20A, 415V. 9,10
Three Phase Alternator: 5kVA, 415V, 50 Hz, 4 Pole, 1500 RPM coupled with
24 9,10,11
appropriate DC Shunt Motor.

IX. SUGGESTED WEIGHTAGE TO LEARNING EFFORTS & ASSESSMENT PURPOSE (Specification Table)
Aligned Learning R- U- A- Total
Sr.No Unit Unit Title
COs Hours Level Level Level Marks
1 I Three phase induction motors CO1 19 2 6 12 20
Starting and speed control of three phase
2 II CO2 5 2 4 4 10
induction motors
3 III Single phase induction motors CO3 10 2 8 4 14
4 IV Three phase synchronous machines CO4 12 2 4 10 16
5 V Special purpose machines CO5 4 2 4 4 10
Grand Total 50 10 26 34 70

X. ASSESSMENT METHODOLOGIES/TOOLS

Formative assessment (Assessment for Learning)

30 Marks of Theory FA shall be obtained from an average mark of two unit tests (each of 30 marks) held in the
semester. At least 2 COs should be covered in each unit test.
Continuous assessment shall be based on process and product related performance indicators and laboratory
experiences. Each practical shall be assessed for 25 marks considering appropriate percentage weightage to both
process and product.
Rubrics of continuous assessment of practical, including performance indicators, shall be designed by
concerned course teacher.

Summative Assessment (Assessment of Learning)

End semester, practical summative assessment of 25 marks shall be based on student's performance in end
semester practical exam.
End semester, theory summative assessment of 70 marks shall be based on offline mode of written
examination.

XI. SUGGESTED COS - POS MATRIX FORM

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Programme
Specific
Programme Outcomes (POs)
Outcomes*
(PSOs)
Course PO-5
Outcomes PO-1 Basic Engineering
(COs) and PO-2 PO-3 Design/ PO-4 Practices for PO-7 Life
PO-6 Project PSO- PSO- PSO-
Discipline Problem Development Engineering Society, Long
Management 1 2 3
Specific Analysis of Solutions Tools Sustainability Learning
Knowledge and
Environment
CO1 3 2 - 3 - 2 1
CO2 3 3 - 3 - 2 1
CO3 3 1 - 3 - 2 1
CO4 3 1 - 3 1 2 1
CO5 3 2 1 3 - 2 1
Legends :- High:03, Medium:02,Low:01, No Mapping: -
*PSOs are to be formulated at institute level

XII. SUGGESTED LEARNING MATERIALS / BOOKS

Sr.No Author Title Publisher with ISBN Number
Theraja B. L., Theraja A Textbook of Electrical S. Chand and Co. New Delhi ISBN10:
1
A. K. Technology Vol II 8121924375
2 Ashfaq Husain Electric Machine Dhanpat Rai & co. ISBN13: 978-8177001662
Kothari D. P. and McGraw Hill, New Delhi ISBN13: 978-
3 Electrical Machines
Nagrath I. J. 9352606405
Tata McGraw Hill, New Delhi ISBN13: 978-
4 Bhattacharya S. K. Electrical Machines
9332902855
Mittle V. N., Arvind McGraw Hill, New Delhi, ISBN: 9788180141263,
5 Design of Electrical Machines
Mittle 9788180141263
6 Dr. P. S. Bimbhra Electrical Machinery Khanna Publication ISBN13:978-9389139105
7 Samarjit Ghosh Electrical Machines Pearson Education India, 2012; 9788131776025

XIII . LEARNING WEBSITES & PORTALS

Sr.No Link / Portal Description
Speed Control of Slip Ring Induction Motor
1 https://ems-iitr.vlabs.ac.in/exp/speed-control-slip-ring/
(VLAB)
Operation of Induction Machine and
2 https://archive.nptel.ac.in/courses/108/106/108106072/
Synchronous Machine
Construction of Three Phase Induction
3 https://archive.nptel.ac.in/courses/108/105/108105131/
Motor
Electromechanical Energy Conversion and
4 https://archive.nptel.ac.in/courses/108/102/108102146/
Synchronisation of Alternators
https://ems-iitr.vlabs.ac.in/exp/lab-equipment-familiarizati Familiarization of the electrical machine
5
on/index.html laboratory apparatus (VLAB)
Note :

Teachers are requested to check the creative common license status/financial implications of the suggested
online educational resources before use by the students

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