HVAC 2010 1 Phase Motors and Controls
Course Information
| Course Number | HVAC 2010 |
|---|---|
| Course Title | 1 Phase Motors and Controls |
| Description | The course will introduce the student to the different types of single-phase and three phase AC motors used on HVAC/R equipment. Motor starting devices and motor protection devices will also be covered in depth. From an electrical controls schematic the student will connect and wire motors in start-stop circuits, reversing circuits and three phase circuits. The student will learn to electrically troubleshoot motors and motor control circuits utilizing motor wiring schematics. To be successful in this class the student will need to be enrolled in the HVAC program and be in their second or third semester. |
| Total Credits | 2 |
| Total Hours | 48 |
| Instruction Type | Credits and Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 1 Credit, 24 Hours |
| Lab | 1 Credit, 24 Hours |
Pre/Corequisites
None
Institutional Core Competencies
- Communication - Students will be able to demonstrate appropriate and effective interactions with others to achieve their personal, academic, and professional objectives.
- Critical and Creative Thinking - Students will be able to demonstrate purposeful thinking with the goal of using a creative process for developing and building upon ideas and/or the goal of using a critical process for the analyzing and evaluating of ideas.
Course Competencies
- Examine safety procedures used when trouble-shooting electrical circuits.
- Recognize the five common types of single phase motors.
- Identify motor winding utilizing a multi-meter.
- Illustrate how to connect run and start capacitor in a motor starting circuit.
- Interpret motor control circuits and electrical schematics.
- Examine three phase motors and power systems.
SCC Accessibility Statement
South Central College strives to make all learning experiences as accessible as possible. If you have a disability and need accommodations for access to this class, contact the Academic Support Center to request and discuss accommodations.
North Mankato: Room B-132, (507) 389-7222; Faribault: Room A-116, (507) 332-7222.
Additional information and forms can be found at: southcentral.edu/disability
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