Application of Algebra in Engineering
Problem statement:
The problem that leads to conducting of the lab experiment is the fact that most of the students undertaking engineering course lack enough information concerning laws of electricity. In conducting the experiment, the problem associated with the relationship between current, voltage and resistance will be solved among the engineers. This aspect will assist most of the engineers to get to know the actual problem solving models appropriate in real life experiences. The experiment also assists in the solving the problems associated with using the MATLAB in trying to plot data associated with electrical applications.
Motivation:
The aspect of trying to solve the problem is vital since it will enable almost all the graduates from the engineering course to have skills associated with real life electricity problems. The future engineers ought to have knowledge in solving problems associated with voltage, resistance and current using new models such as the MATLAB. Obtaining the results will assist in future to ensure that the students also gain knowledge in the electricity.
Approach:
The main approach vital during the solving of the problem is the use of both the Kirchhoff’s Voltage Law and Ohm’s Law to elaborate the changes in current and voltage and what causes resistance. The use of the measurement and analysis of the Harmonic signals in the sinusoids also enables further elaboration and understanding of the concepts.
Results:
In accordance to the various lab experiment conducted in regards to the problem, it is vivid that the engineers ought to have knowledge in Algebra to solve various problems. The application of algebra in engineering is vital in solving problems associated with voltage, flow of current and resistance.
Conclusions:
In accordance to the experiment and the results obtained in the lab experiment, it is essential that all the engineers obtain vast knowledge concerning algebra and its application in electrify. This implies that all institutions offering engineering ought to ensure that such knowledge is instilled in the students.
