INTC 1457 - AC/DC Motor Control

CIP 1504040011

A study of electric motors and motor control devices common to a modem industrial environment. A presentation of motor characteristics with emphasis on starting, speed control, and stopping systems. A.C. theory including capacitive and inductive reactance. Impedance calculations as they relate to an industrial environment with motor control. Transformer, A.C. induction motors and motor control circuits will be emphasized. D.C. and synchronous motors will be touched on. Use of schematics and wiring diagrams to install and troubleshoot three phase motor starters will be emphasized. Credit Hours: 4 (3 lecture, 2 lab)
Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in INTC 1401 and INTC 1291. May be concurrently enrolled in INTC 1291.
Required skill level: College level reading and writing. Beginning algebra level math (placement code 2).
Note: Course Fee: $22.00 per course.