Switch-Mode Power Supply Course
Learn to design 12 V/3 A switch-mode power supplies from topology selection and magnetics design to EMI control, safety standards, efficiency optimisation, and thermal solutions. Build professional SMPS that meet industry requirements for compact, reliable electronics in Kenyan and global contexts.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This practical course guides you through specifying 90–264 VAC to 12 V/3 A switch-mode power supplies, selecting topologies, and doing basic transformer and inductor calculations. Gain skills in picking components, EMI filtering, safety isolation, loss estimation, thermal management, and lab testing to create compact, efficient, reliable SMPS for real applications.
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Develop skills
- Design SMPS topologies: choose flyback, forward or LLC for efficient 36 W units.
- Select power components: size MOSFETs, diodes and snubbers to cut losses.
- Design magnetics: choose cores, turns and windings for safe operation.
- Optimise EMI and safety: add filters, creepage, clearance and surge protection.
- Boost efficiency and cooling: create loss budgets and effective thermal designs.
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