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2026-2027 Catalog 
    
2026-2027 Catalog

INDT 204 - AC/DC Motors


PREREQUISITES: INDT 113 - Industrial Electrical I  or EECT 111 - Introduction to Circuit Analysis .
PROGRAM: Industrial Technology
CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
LAB HOURS MIN: 2
DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall 2025

This course is designed to provide an understanding of circuits using alternating current and the motor operation. This course will give each student a general understanding of common types of electric motors, extending from the small shaded pole fan motors to the large three-phase motors. Direct current motors will also be covered. The student will receive an education in motor theory, magnetism and how it affects motor rotation, and how capacitors affect a motor circuit will be included.

MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:

  1. Review of basic electrical concepts (voltage, current, resistance, reactance, and Impedance). [e]
  2. Demonstrate and ability to discuss and define electro-magnetism and induction. [f]
  3. Discuss the operation and use of DC and AC motors. [f]
  4. Distinguish the difference between three-phase & single-phase distribution. [e]
  5. Describe the general principles of electric motor controls. [f]
  6. Select and install control devices that will achieve specific operations. [b, e]
  7. Troubleshoot complex circuits. [b, e]
  8. Recognize types and application circuits. [e]
  9. Maintain and install electrical components safely. [c]
  10. Demonstrate ability to read and interpret technical documents. [b, e]
  11. Demonstrate ability to use various types of software applicable to course. [a]

Note: Letters following objectives correspond to ATMAE Outcomes

COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -  

  • Series and parallel alternating current circuits
  • Power generation and distribution
  • DC and AC Electric motor principles
  • DC and AC Electric motor applications
  • Diagnosis of DC and AC motor failure

 
GRADING POLICY

A 90-100
B 80-89
C 70-79
D 60-69
F 0-59

Course Addendum - Syllabus (Click to expand)