This course delves deeper into the study of electrical circuits and systems, focusing on control circuits used to operate various devices, particularly motors. Students will replicate and understand the principles behind different methods of motor control, including building special control circuits, for example time delay, and wiring start/stop stations. The curriculum covers characteristics of programmable controllers, common input/output devices, and assembly of push buttons. Additionally, students will explore the integration of control circuits with smart systems for enhanced automation.
Outcomes
- Build special control circuits
- Discuss characteristics of programmable controllers
- Distinguish between common input/output devices
- Identify parts and assembly of push buttons
- Wire start/ stop buttons from computerized designs
Prerequisites
ELCON 204 ELCON 205 ELCON 206 ELCON 207 ELCON 208
Corequisites
This course must be taken the sixth quarter of the program and must be taken in conjunction with ELCON 209, ELCON 210, and ELCON 211 .
Distribution
Career Training
Notes
Web-enhanced