Plecs: Advanced Power Electronics Applications With Examples

Advanced power electronics modeling in PLECS: Multilevel converters, HVDC, motor drives, and real-time simulation.

What you'll learn

Understand scalable power converters – Learn the theory, design, and operation of multilevel and multimodular converters in PLECS.

Model and simulate advanced converter topologies – Implement and control 3-level NPC inverters and MMC using PLECS.

Analyze back-to-back converter systems – Design and simulate grid-connected rectifiers, HVDC applications, and bidirectional power flow.

Implement motor drive control strategies – Apply Field Oriented Control (FOC) and Space Vector Modulation (SVM) to induction machines.

Explore PLECS libraries for power electronics – Utilize magnetic, mechanical, electrical, and thermal components in system modeling.

Prepare PLECS models for real-time simulation – Integrate designs with PLECS RT-Box and other RTS systems for hardware testing.

Apply advanced power electronics concepts to real-world cases – Gain hands-on experience with industry-relevant applications.

Requirements

Basic Power Electronics Concepts – Familiarity with rectifiers, inverters, and basic converter topologies is helpful.

Fundamentals of Control Systems – Understanding feedback control, modulation techniques, and dynamic response.

Experience with PLECS or Similar Simulation Tools – Prior exposure to PLECS, MATLAB Simulink, or similar tools will be beneficial.

Basic Electrical Engineering Knowledge – Knowledge of circuit analysis, AC/DC systems, and power flow.

PLECS (Standalone or Blockset version) – A working version of PLECS is required for hands-on exercises.

MATLAB/Simulink (Optional) – If using PLECS Blockset, MATLAB/Simulink is needed.

Basic Computer Setup – Any Windows/macOS/Linux system that can run PLECS efficiently.

Description

Are you ready to take your power electronics simulation skills to the next level? This advanced PLECS course is designed for engineers, researchers, and students looking to master the modeling and control of multilevel converters, motor drives, HVDC systems, and real-time simulations.Through a structured, hands-on approach, you will learn to design, analyze, and simulate scalable power converters, including Neutral Point Clamped (NPC) inverters and Multi-Modular Converters (MMC). You’ll also explore back-to-back converter applications, including grid-connected rectifiers and bidirectional HVDC systems.In the motor drives module, we’ll cover advanced Field-Oriented Control (FOC) and Space Vector Modulation (SVM), demonstrating both sensor-based and sensorless methods. Additionally, we’ll explore PLECS libraries for mechanical and magnetic components, making system modeling more intuitive and efficient.A key part of this course is preparing PLECS models for real-time simulation using PLECS RT-Box and other RTS platforms, ensuring you gain industry-relevant skills applicable to modern power systems, renewable energy applications, and industrial automation.Whether you are an engineer working on industrial applications or a researcher exploring power converter topologies, this course will give you the advanced tools and techniques needed for high-fidelity power electronics simulations, optimization, and analysis.Enroll now and elevate your expertise in power electronics with PLECS today! Start building next-generation power systems with confidence.

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Introduction

Section 2: Scalable converters – Multilevel and Multimodule

Lecture 2 Theory and applications of scalable converters. Implementation step by step.

Lecture 3 PLECS model: Design and control of 3-level Neutral Point Clamped inverter.

Lecture 4 PLECS model: Design and control of Multi Modular Converter (MMC)

Section 3: Back-to-back converters

Lecture 5 Concept explanation of assembly and control method. Overview of real application

Lecture 6 Grid-connected rectifier with active front-end phase and phase-shift control

Lecture 7 Grid-connected HVDC and bidirectional operation four quadrant operation

Section 4: Motor Drives in PLECS

Lecture 8 Field Oriented Control, Space Vector Modulation and electrical machine control

Lecture 9 Field Oriented Control on Induction Machines - Space Vector Modulation 2 Ways

Lecture 10 Mechanical library components - Electrical and Thermal comparison

Section 5: Additional extra applications

Lecture 11 Model - Showcase of magnetic library components with real world example

Lecture 12 Model preparation for PLECS RT-Box analysis with different model examples.

Power electronics engineers working in converter design, motor drives, HVDC, and renewable energy who want to optimize their simulation workflows.,Electrical and control engineers dealing with grid integration, power converters, and control systems looking to refine their modeling skills.,Researchers and graduate students involved in academic or industrial research on multilevel converters, modular systems, and advanced control methods.,Simulation enthusiasts and PLECS users who want to explore advanced modeling techniques and real-time applications.,Industrial professionals in power systems working in marine, automotive, aerospace, and energy sectors who need robust simulation tools for system validation.