ELC 130 - Advanced Motors/Controls

Class Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 2
Clinical/Work Exp. Hours: 0
Credit Hours: 3

This course covers motors concepts, construction and characteristics and provides a foundation in motor controls. Topics include motor control ladder logic, starters, timers, overload protection, braking, reduced voltage starting, SCR control, AC/DC drives, system and component level troubleshooting. Upon completion, students should be able to specify, connect, control, troubleshoot, and maintain motors and motor control systems.

Prerequisites: ATR 112, BPR 111, ELC 135; and ELC 111, ELC 112, or ELC 131. Corequisites: None.
When Offered: (F)