May 05, 2024  
Course/Program Inventory 
    
Course/Program Inventory

IEM 3040 - Motor Controls



Clock Hours: 132

Delivery Mode
on-ground

Prerequisites: IEM 3030  

Course Description:
Provides instruction in various types of motor control circuits, connection and troubleshooting of relay logic used to control motors. Covers equipment using various types of VFDs, Motor Starter Relays, control relays and operator panel components such as switches, pushbuttons and status lights.

Student Learning Outcomes:
Upon completion student will understand and apply basic motor control principles.

  1. Two Wire Controls
  2. Three Wire Controls
  3. Multiple Start / Stop Controls
  4. Forward and Reverse Controls with various Interlocking Methods
  5. Variable Frequency Drives
  6. DC Motor Variable Speed Controls
  7. Jog Controls
  8. Miscellaneous Controls
  9. Multiple Motor Starter Controls
  10. Sequential Starting Controls
  11. Various Starting Methods
  12. Braking