This course covers introductory instruction of variable frequency drives (VFD), motor controllers, NEC code, electrical schematics and automated systems.
For each unit of credit, a minimum of three hours per week with one of the hours for class and two hours for studying/preparation outside of class is expected.
The Industrial Technology Division is a committed leader in innovative workforce development by meeting the dynamic needs of business and industry through the development of student-centered education, technical excellence, and citizenship.
Outcome #1: Read with comprehension, be critical of what they read, and apply knowledge gained from their reading to broader issues of the day.
Outcome #4: Demonstrate mathematical skills by using a variety of techniques and technologies.
Outcome #5: Demonstrate the ability to think critically by gathering facts, generating insights, analyzing data, and evaluating information.
Students who complete this course will be able to at an introductory level:
- Evaluate troubles and apply standard motor practices using electrical publications and drawings.
- Install, understand programming and troubleshoot building automation controls, variable frequency drives, and programmable logic controllers.
- Identify critical parts of the National Electrical Code.
- Apply math principles found when working with electrical motors.
Automation Systems
- Motor Controls
- Variable Frequency Drives
- Programmable Logic Controllers
- Electrical Schematics
- Troubleshooting skills
Discussions
- Lecture
- Demonstrations
- Collaborative Learning
- Problem Based and Inquiry Learning
- Custom Labs
- Jobs
- Work Orders
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Seward County Community College (SCCC) is committed to ensuring digital and physical accessibility for all students, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. In alignment with the U.S. Department of Justice Title II accessibility compliance deadlines, SCCC continues to enhance the accessibility of its instructional materials, technology, and online content.
SCCC utilizes tools to evaluate and improve the accessibility of digital course content and help the College reach its compliance goals.
If you need support or academic accommodations due to a documented disability, please contact the Mental Health Counselor at 620-417-1106 or visit the Student Success Center in the Hobble Academic Building, Room A149.
To promote equal access, SCCC strives to provide captions and transcripts for all course videos and multimedia materials. If you encounter any issues with captions, transcripts, or other accessibility features in this course, please notify your instructor immediately so the issue can be addressed and corrected as quickly as possible.
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