FACM 1033 - Motors and Controls

Institution:

Century College - Minnesota

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Description:

This course covers electric motor and motor control fundamentals, including single-phase and three-phase power systems, types of single-phase and three-phase electric motors, dual-voltage motor operation, motor starters, reversing motor starters, Variable Frequency Drives (VFD), capacitors, and transformers. Topics include motor control, including two-wire and three-wire control circuits, wiring diagrams, ladder diagrams, timing relays, current relays, potential relays, PTC relays, and performing a continuity test on motors. Prerequisite: FACM 1030

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture/Lab

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Institution Website:

www.century.edu

Phone Number:

(651) 770-3200

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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