EE 435 - Electrical Distribution Systems

Institution:

Point Park University

Subject:

Description:

Design of electrical power distribution systems for residential, commercial, and industrial occupancies in accordance with the National Electrical Code. Load studies to determine power requirements. Specification and layout of transformers, service equipment, feeders, panelboards, and branch circuits. Fault analysis to coordinate overcurrent protection throughout a system. Introduction to illumination engineering and design of interior and exterior lighting. Laboratory includes study of the National Electrical Code and completion of design projects to meet realistic criteria and constraints. Prerequisite: EE 332 (Electrical Power II). Course Objectives Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: (1) Perform load studies for residential, commercial, and industrial occupancies to determine electrical power requirements. (2) Specify and lay out transformers, service equipment, feeders, panelboards, and branch circuits in accordance with National Electrical Code requirements. (3) Perform fault analyses on electrical distribution systems to coordinate the selection of overcurrent protection. (4) Design interior and exterior lighting. (5) Relate each component of a power distribution system to the governing provisions of the National Electrical Code. (6) Complete the design of power distribution systems to meet realistic criteria and constraints. (7) Document their designs using industry-standard practices and notation.

Credits:

4.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

Corequisites:

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.pointpark.edu

Phone Number:

(412) 391-4100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

The Course Profile information is provided and updated by third parties including the respective institutions. While the institutions are able to update their information at any time, the information is not independently validated, and no party associated with this website can accept responsibility for its accuracy.