ELC 130 Advanced Motors/Controls

Lecture: 2 Lab: 2 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3

This course covers motors concepts, construction and characteristics and provides a foundation in motor controls. Topics include motor control ladder logic, starters, timers, overload protection, braking, reduced voltage starting, SCR control, AC/DC drives, system and component level troubleshooting. Upon completion, students should be able to specify, connect, control, troubleshoot, and maintain motors and motor control systems. Pre-requisite(s): ELC 111, ELC 112, or ELC 138 and ELC 117.