ATEM 1350 - Electrical-Mechanical Blueprint Reading

Credit Hours: 2.00

Prerequisites: None

Practice in print reading using large blueprints for process control for temperature, flow, pressure, etc., delta-y connections, application of SCR controls, relay circuit for automated conveyor systems, robot operated hoist systems using programmable controllers, application of hydraulic, pneumatic and combustion controls, plumbing layout, power wiring layout, plant layout and interconnecting wiring.

Location: South Campus

Contact Hours: 2
Billable Contact Hours: 2

OUTCOMES AND OBJECTIVES
Outcome 1: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to describe the layout of an elementary wiring diagram.

Objectives:

Describe the components used in elementary wiring diagram.
Describe the various electrical symbols as applied to wiring diagrams.
Describe the difference between an elementary wiring diagram, a pictorial diagram and an interconnecting diagram.

Outcome 2: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to modify and troubleshoot a machine using electrical diagrams.

Objectives:

Describe how a programmable controller interfaces with a machine.
Describe how transformers are wired in for different voltage levels.
Describe the application of electronic controls used in electrical circuits.

COMMON DEGREE OUTCOMES
(Bulleted outcomes apply to the course)

1. The graduate can integrate the knowledge and technological skills necessary to be a successful learner.

2. The graduate can demonstrate how to think competently.

3. The graduate can demonstrate how to employ mathematical knowledge.

The graduate can demonstrate how to communicate competently.

The graduate is sensitive to issues relating to a diverse, global society.

COURSE CONTENT OUTLINE

Electrical Symbols and Line Diagrams
Logic Applied to Line Diagrams
AC Manual Contractors and Motor Starters
AC/DC Contractors and Motor Starters
Time Delay and Logic
Control Devices
Reversing Motor Circuits
Power Distribution Systems
Solid State Electronic Control Devices
Electromechanical and Solid State Relays
Programmable Controllers

Primary Faculty
Walters, Gary
Secondary Faculty

Associate Dean
Pawlowski, Timothy
Dean
Hutchison, Donald

Official Course Syllabus - Macomb Community College, 14500 E 12 Mile Road, Warren, MI 48088