MEC 156 - Motors and Motor Controls

 
Description
This course introduces the basic concepts of single-phase motors, three-phase motors and motor control circuits through a series of hands-on exercises performed in the lab. The student will connect various configurations of motor and motor controls that incorporate circuit protection and operator safety.

1. Describe the various types of motors including direct current and alternating current motors and single-and three-phase motors.
2. Identify the disconnects and protective devices used in motor control circuits.
3. Connect a control transformer for use in a motor control circuit.
4. Interpret a control ladder logic schematic diagram to identify the components needed to construct the circuit.
5. Connect a motor control circuit based on a control ladder logic schematic diagram and demonstrate its operation.
6. Troubleshoot a motor reversing control circuit.

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