MECA 1222 Electricity - Devices and Circuits II
Course Information
| Course Number | MECA 1222 |
|---|---|
| Course Title | Electricity - Devices and Circuits II |
| Description | This course provides an exploration of the basics in electricity and electronics. Topics include an overview of alternating current, circuit laws, components, and use of test equipment. Students learn the basic technique of troubleshooting electric circuits, including measurement techniques, analysis of faults, and repair procedures. Teamwork, critical thinking, and problem solving are emphasized. Hands-on experience and practical applications are included. Prerequisites: MECA 1122: Electricity - Devices and Circuits I. |
| Total Credits | 3 |
| Total Hours | 64 |
| Instruction Type | Credits and Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 2 Credits, 43 Hours |
| Lab | 1 Credit, 21 Hours |
Pre/Corequisites
Prerequisite: MECA 1122: Electricity - Devices and Circuits I
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
- Learn Alternating Current and Voltage
- Explain Power in AC Circuits
- Understand Electrical Quantities and Units
- Summarize Capacitance and Inductance in AC Circuits
- Learn Transformers
- Evaluate R, C, and L Circuits
- Review Power in AC Circuits
- Learn Instruments and Measurements
- Use Electric Motors
- Explore Residential and Industrial Wiring Concepts
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.
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