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ELC 130 Advanced Motors/Controls

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.

Course Information

Course ID:

ELC 130

Class:

2

Lab:

2

Credit:

3

Work Ex/Clinical:

0

Prerequisite:

State, Take One: ELC 111, ELC 112, ELC 131, or ELC 138

Co-requisite:

None

Course Availability:

Fall