ELEC 1111 - Electrical Fundamentals for Non-Electrical Tradesmen

Credit Hours: 2.00

Prerequisites: None

(formerly ATEE 1110)

ELEC 1111 is designed for non-electrical apprentices. Topics include atomic structure; Ohm’s Law; series and parallel A.C. circuits; magnetism and induction; D.C. motors and generators; D.C. meters; A.C. fundamentals; capacitance; inductance; alternators; A.C. motors; A.C. meters.

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 relationship between voltage, current and resistance.

Objectives:

Apply Ohm’s Law in calculating an unknown circuit quantity.
Apply Watt’s Law in calculating circuit parameters.
Identify a series and parallel circuit and calculate circuit parameters.

Outcome 2: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to explain the relationship between induction and magnetism.

Objectives:

State the laws of magnetic attraction and repulsion.
Explain the factors determining the strength of an electromagnet.
Identify the parts of an A.C. and D.C. motor.

Outcome 3: Upon completion of this course, students will be able to describe the operation of meters.

Objectives:

Utilize a volt meter.
Determine the amount of amperage flowing in a circuit using an amp meter.
Describe the function of a watt meter.
Measure resistance using an ohm meter.

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.

4. The graduate can demonstrate how to communicate competently.

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

COURSE CONTENT OUTLINE

Learning/Applying Fundamentals
Sources of Electricity
Conductors and Insulators
Resistors and Capacitors
Ohm’s Law
Series circuits
Parallel circuits
Series Parallel Circuits
Meters
AC Voltage
Electromagnetic Induction
Motors
Relays and Switches

Primary Faculty
Dulinski, Kenneth
Secondary Faculty

Associate Dean
Hinrichsen, Timothy
Dean
Hutchison, Donald

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