INDT 113 - Industrial Electrical I

1. Demonstrate proper safety precautions related to equipment. [c]
2. Define the following terms: voltage, resistance, current amperage, direct current, alternating current, and power supply. [a,e]
3. Identify electrical components and form a schematic diagram. [e,f]
4. Identify types of electrical mechanical switches (SPDT, DPDT, etc.) [e]
5. Calculate voltage, current, and resistance in series, parallel, and series-parallel circuits using Ohm’s Law. [a,b,e]
6. Perform voltage, current, and resistance measurements using the proper measurement devices (both analog and digital meters). [a,b]
7. Create a schematic drawing showing pushbuttons, power sources, and load devices connected in series and parallel circuits. [e]
8. Identify the basic principles and characteristics of resistors, capacitors, and inductors [Transformers, Solenoids, Motors].  [b]
9. Explain the operating principles of transformers, turns ratio, voltage and current relationships, and demonstrate the ability to troubleshoot common transformer faults. [b,e]
10. Calculate values for AC and DC resistive, inductive, and capacitive components. [a,e]
11. Assemble and test laboratory exercises including building single phase AC switched circuits, and circuits using mechanical relays. [a,b,e,i]
12. Demonstrate ability to read and interpret technical documents. [b,e]
13. Demonstrate ability to use various types of software applicable to course. [a]
14. Recall fundamental content to meet/exceed the cut-score for the SACA (Smart Automation Certification Alliance) C-201 Electrical Systems I Certification exam - Silver Certification. [h]
15. Demonstrate skills to obtain the SACA C-201 Electrical Systems I Certification exam - Gold Certification at a 100% of skill standard. [a, i]

Note: Letters following objectives correspond to ATMAE Outcomes

COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -

• Atomic theory
• Metric prefixes and suffixes
• Circuit theorems
• Engineering and scientific notation
• Series circuits
• Electrical calculations and measurements
• Parallel circuits
• Digital and analog meter usage
• Series-Parallel Circuits
• Batteries and cells
• Ampacity
• American wire gauge system
• Inductance
• Resistors and capacitor values and tolerances
• Direct current
• Alternating current
• Phase relationship
• Magnetism and electromotive force
• Capacitance
• AC Inductive/Capacitive (RL, RC, RLC) circuits
• Transformers