Introduction to electric drive systems, emphasizing system analysis, machine control, and power electronics applications.
The course requires six homeworks, three exams, and a final project, with exams noted as difficult but offering test corrections and extra credit.
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(E C E 355, 356, or 377), graduate/professional standing, or member of Engineering Guest Students, or declared in Power Conversion and Control Capstone Certificate
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Patrick Flannery provides clear notes and explains complex concepts simply, though the class is difficult. He offers test corrections and extra credit, but the course relies heavily on MATLAB.
Recent recorded grades — Fall 2022: 3.81 GPA, 100.0% A/AB (n=13 letter grades); Fall 2023: 3.55 GPA, 73.3% A/AB (n=30 letter grades); Fall 2025: 3.63 GPA, 85.7% A/AB (n=77 letter grades).
Historical reviews for Thomas Jahns describe him as a thorough lecturer who encourages independent thinking. Reviewers note that exams are challenging, but he allows students to correct errors for partial credit. One reviewer highlights his expertise in electric drives and advises being respectful of his passion for machines.
PATRICK FLANNERY is recorded teaching in Fall 2021, Fall 2022, Fall 2023, Fall 2025. Recorded history may be incomplete and does not establish a future schedule.
THOMAS JAHNS is recorded teaching in Fall 2007, Fall 2008, Fall 2009, Fall 2010, Fall 2011, Fall 2012, Fall 2013, Fall 2014, Fall 2015, Fall 2019, Fall 2020. Recorded history may be incomplete and does not establish a future schedule.
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| Section | Mode | Enrolled / capacity | Waitlist |
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| LEC 001 | Classroom Instruction | 44 / 60 | 0 |
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Patrick Flannery teaches a difficult but well-supported course with clear explanations and grading leniency, though MATLAB usage is a key requirement.
Recent recorded grades — Fall 2023: 3.32 GPA, 59.4% A/AB (n=69 letter grades); Fall 2024: 3.06 GPA, 50.0% A/AB (n=32 letter grades); Fall 2025: 3.63 GPA, 85.7% A/AB (n=77 letter grades).
The course requires six homeworks, three exams, and a final project, with exams noted as difficult but offering test corrections and extra credit.
Reviewers appreciate Flannery's ability to explain complicated concepts simply and his clear notes, making the material accessible despite the course difficulty.
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Introduction to Electric Drive Systems
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