ENGT 111 Motor Control Applications
is a practical, hands-on class, centered on the study and application of controls and systems in the industrial environment. This course includes a study of Programmable Logic Controllers, reduced voltage starting techniques, variable speed drives, soft starters, single-phase motors, three-phase theory and applications, solid-state controls, photo switches, proximity switches, horsepower and torque calculations, motor performance and testing, and motor applications. Quizzes are given regularly and include lab activities. Selected lab activities are taken for grades. The course emphasizes the on-the-job knowledge and skills required to troubleshoot and maintain modern industrial control systems. Safe work habits are emphasized throughout the course. This course is applicable toward all certificates, AAS, ALS (credit hours 4.0, lecture hours 3.0, lab hours 3.0).