MAT 1060 - Electricity and Controls

Clock Hours: 226

Delivery Mode
on-ground

Course Description:
This course is designed to begin an introduction to electricity and controls- basic electricity, magnetism, and simple electrical circuits.

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

Describe the structure of an atom.
Identify atoms with a positive charge and atoms with a negative charge.
Explain the difference between conductors and insulators.
Describe how magnetism is used to produce electricity.
State the differences between alternating current and direct current.
List the units of measurement for electricity.
Explain the differences between series and parallel circuits.
State three forms of Ohm’s law.
State the formula for determining electrical power.
Describe a solenoid.
Explain inductance.
Describe the construction of a transformer and how voltage is induced in a secondary circuit.
Describe how a capacitor works.
Describe a sine wave.
State the reasons for using proper wire sizes.
Describe the physical characteristics and the function of several semiconductors.
Describe procedures for making electrical measurements.
- Recognize basic electrical symbols on diagram.
- Interpret and draw simple electrical diagrams.