EGY 131 - Electrical Theory and Practice 1

Institution:

Jefferson Community College

Subject:

Energy

Description:

This introductory course investigates basic electrical theory and practice, including safety while working with electricity, and how to utilize tools and equipment used in working with electricity. Some topics covered in this course include safety, electricity, electricity sources, electrical materials and devices, conductors, current, voltage, resistance, power, magnetism and electromagnetism, use of test instruments, generators, direct and alternating current, capacitors, photovoltaics, hydropower, wind, turbines, and biofuels. 3 cr. 3 Lec. 2 Lab. (Per Departmental Standards Version of EGY 131, approved by Academic Affairs on 10/30/2010).

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.sunyjefferson.edu

Phone Number:

(315) 786-2200

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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