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3.00 Credits
An overview of the theory and practice of electrical circuits including calculations as applied to alternating and direct current.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: None An introductory study of the National Electric Code (NEC) for those employed in fi elds requiring knowledge of the Code. Emphasis on wiring design, protection, methods, and materials; equipment for general use; and basic calculations. The student will locate and read the sections in the NEC that pertain to electrical installations; calculate the size of conductors, boxes, raceways, and over current protection devices for branch circuits supplying electrical equipment; calculate conductors and over current protection, and service equipment as applied to building services; and compute the size of branch circuits, feeders, and equipment for motors.
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2.00 Credits
A study of electronic principles and the use of electronic devices by electricians.
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4.00 Credits
Prerequisite: None Fees: Laboratory An overview of theory and practice of electrical circuits including calculations as applied to alternating and direct current. The student will explain atomic structure and basic values such as voltage, current, resistance, and power; determine electrical values for combination circuits in direct current (DC) and alternating current (AC) containing resistance, inductance, and capacitances; summarize the principles of magnetism, calculate voltage drops based on conductor length, type of material, and size, and utilize electrical measuring instruments.
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4.00 Credits
Prerequisite: ELPT 1411 or approval of Chairperson. Fees: Laboratory An Introduction to basic direct current (DC) theory including electron theory and direct current application. The student will explain atomic structure and basic electrical values such as voltage, current, resistance, and power; calculate electrical values for series, parallel, and combination circuits; calculate voltage drop based on conductor length, type of materials, and size; summarize the principles of magnetism; and utilize electrical measuring instruments; including AC voltage, frequency, mechanical and electrical degrees, waveforms, resistors, capacitors, and inductors.
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4.00 Credits
Prerequisite: ELPT 1411 and ELPT 1419 or approval of Chairperson. Fees: Laboratory An introduction to alternating current (AC) including Ohm's Law. Topics capacitance and inductance; determine the values of AC voltage, current, and impedance for circuits containing resistors, capacitors, and inductors; explain and calculate power factor in circuits; utilize electrical measuring instruments.
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4.00 Credits
Prerequisite: None Fees: Laboratory Instruction in wiring methods used for single family, two family, and multi-family dwelling. The student will compute the circuit sizes needed for the installation of branch circuits, feeders, and service entrance conductors; explain the proper installation of wiring devices according to electrical codes; demonstrate grounding method, install ground fault circuits; and identify residential wiring methods.
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4.00 Credits
Operating principles of solid-state and conventional controls along with their practical applications. Includes braking, jogging, plugging, safety interlocks, wiring, and schematic diagram interpretations.
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4.00 Credits
Prerequisite: None Fees: Laboratory Instruction in commercial wiring methods. The student will interpret electrical blueprints/drawings; compute circuit sizes and over-current protection needed for the installation of branch circuits, feeders, and service entrance conductors; explain the proper installation of wiring devices according to electrical codes; demonstrate grounding methods; identify commercial wiring methods including conduit bending.
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4.00 Credits
Prerequisite: None Fees: Laboratory General principles and fundamentals of direct current (DC) motors, single-phase alternating current (AC) motors, generators, and alternators. Emphasis on their construction, characteristics, effi ciencies, starting, speed control. The student will defi ne motor terms associated with both AC and DC systems; describe all basic motor and generator parts as to their specifi c use and application; summarize installation procedures in regard to electrical and mechanical requirements; and discuss troubleshooting techniques and generators.
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