IEL250 Electricity and Instrumentation
Presents fundamental concepts in electric circuits with an emphasis on devices, and instruments. An introduction to DC and basic electric circuits is followed by the foundations of AC theory. Voltage generation, induced voltage, transformer action and the principles of motor operation and control will be studied, leading to discussions of programmable controllers. The Wheatstone bridge will be used to present proportional measurements. The concept of amplification will be introduced. Software is provided to simulate circuit operation and analysis. Accuracy, safety, and preventative maintenance are stressed. Laboratory work accompanies most lecture topics. (3 hours of lecture and 2 hours of lab per week)
Prerequisite
MAT132 and Communications Proficiency