Schottky Diode Course
Dive into Schottky diode expertise for buck converters in power designs. Master selection based on loss, thermal, EMI, and reliability factors. Confidently interpret datasheets, compare components, and optimise for 24 V to 5 V, 5 A applications at 300 kHz, ensuring cooler, safer, and higher-efficiency circuits.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
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What will I learn?
This course offers a practical guide to mastering Schottky diodes in power electronics. You will explore diode basics, ratings, and switching traits, then design a 24 V to 5 V, 5 A, 300 kHz buck converter. Gain skills in calculating losses, thermal management, EMI control, datasheet analysis, part selection, and applying reliability, protection, and layout methods for efficient, reliable hardware.
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Develop skills
- Design Schottky freewheeling stages to reduce losses, EMI, and heat in buck converters.
- Quickly interpret Schottky datasheets to select VRRM, IF, leakage, and packaging for 24 V systems.
- Calculate diode power loss and temperature rise using Pd, Rth, and junction estimates.
- Enhance reliability with derating, snubbers, clamps, and optimised thermal layouts.
- Conduct professional part comparisons by shortlisting, tabulating specs, and defending selections.
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