MAT 2020 - Basic Automatic Controls

Clock Hours: 160

Delivery Mode
on-ground

Course Description:
This course is designed to provide instruction in reading and interpreting most diagrams found in the Major Appliance and Refrigeration industry. Also included is instruction in basic power distribution systems and common voltage systems, along with correctly sizing and installing electrical conductors for circuits used in the industry.

Student Learning Outcomes:
The student will be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

Reading and interpreting most diagrams found in the Major Appliance and Refrigeration, industry.
Briefly explain how alternating current is produced.
Explain the difference between single-phase and three-phase power distribution systems.
Explain inductance, reactance, and impedance.
Explain a basic power distribution system.
Explain the common voltage systems.
Identify the common voltage systems.
Understand the standard wire size as defined by the American Wire Gauge (AWG).
Give the advantages and disadvantages of copper and aluminum conductors.
Explain the factors that are considered when sizing an electrical circuit conductor.
Correctly size and install electrical conductors for circuits used in the industry by the National Electrical Code® and manufacturers’ instructions.
Calculate the voltage drop in an electrical circuit.
Explain the types of enclosures for disconnect switches that are available.
Explain the types, sizes, and enclosures of disconnect switches that are used in the industry.
Explain the types, sizes, and enclosures of disconnect switches that are used in the industry.
Install breakers in an electrical breaker panel.