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Upon completion of this course, the students will be able to:
1. Describe the function of transformers and the theory of three
phase connections.
2. Describe the function of manual and magnetic starters.
3. Identify control devices from symbols on blueprints.
4. Demonstrate the ability to connect direct and alternating
current motor controls.
5. Describe the function of fuses and circuit breakers.
6. Complete CPR review training.
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I. General lighting
A. Transformers - three phase connections
B. Manual starters and magnetic coils
C. Overload protection
II. Control devices and symbols
A. Wire control
B. Feeders-outside branch circuits
C. Wiring diagrams
D. Reversing and sequential motor control
III. Jogging and plugging
A. Refrigerants
B. Piping
IV. DC motor controls
A. Solid state control
B. Wiring methods
C. Stepped motors
V. AC motor controls
A. AC motor starters
VI. Overcurrent protection
A. Fuses
B. Circuit breakers
VII. American labor history
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1. Homework assignments (1 to 2 sets per week)
2. Quizzes and examinations (4 to 6 per semester)
3. Class performances and field work (on-the-job demonstrations) of skill development, safety practices, equipment, and material handling
| Writing: Assessment tools that demonstrate writing skill and/or require students to select, organize and explain ideas in writing. | Writing
0 - 0% |
| None | |
| This is a degree applicable course but assessment tools based on writing are not included because problem solving assessments and skill demonstrations are more appropriate for this course. |
|
| Problem solving: Assessment tools, other than exams, that demonstrate competence in computational or non-computational problem solving skills. | Problem Solving
10 - 25% |
| Homework assignments; field work | |
| Skill Demonstrations: All skill-based and physical demonstrations used for assessment purposes including skill performance exams. | Skill Demonstrations
50 - 65% |
| Class performances; field work | |
| Exams: All forms of formal testing, other than skill performance exams. | Exams
10 - 20% |
| Quizzes and examinations to include multiple choice, true/false, matching items, and completion | |
| Other: Includes any assessment tools that do not logically fit into the above categories. | Other Category
5 - 10% |
| Attendance and participation | |
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Semiconductors, 2nd Edition. DELMAR/Cengage Learning, 2008.
Electrical Safety-Related Work Practices, 2nd Edition. Jones and Bartlett Publishers, 2009.
Rigging and Lifting Principals, 1st Edition. American Technical Publishers, 2010.