CELE2000 Electric Motors I
This course covers the various construction characteristics and uses of alternating current (AC) single-phase and three-phase motors. Also covered in this course is recognition, installation, and troubleshooting of all common AC motors for National Electrical Code (NEC) requirements and calculations.
Course Requirements and Evaluation
Refer to Course Syllabus for detailed information regarding the requirements and evaluation standards for this course. The Course Syllabus will be distributed the first week of the course.
Learning Outcomes
The following outcomes will be addressed in the course:
Explain the principles of electric motor operation
Identify different types of electric motors commonly used in residential, commercial, and industrial applications, including AC (Alternating Current) motors, DC (Direct Current) motors, single-phase, and three-phase motors
Understand motor components and their functions
Interpret the information found on motor nameplates, including voltage, amperage, horsepower, RPM, service factor, and other important specifications, to ensure correct installation and operation.
Use the appropriate motor for a given application, considering factors such as load requirements, voltage, horsepower, speed, and environmental conditions.
Demonstrate the ability to wire and connect electric motors in both single-phase and three-phase configurations
Demonstrate different methods of starting and stopping motors
Apply motor protection devices
Demonstrate basic troubleshooting techniques for electric motors
Identify key NEC regulations related to motor installation, grounding, protection, and wiring
Demonstrate safe use of tools and equipment for installing, wiring, and troubleshooting motors
Text and References
A list of textbooks required for this course is available at the
campus store and in eServices.
Course Scheduling
The scheduled hours of instruction include sixteen hours for each lecture credit, thirty-two hours for each lab credit, and forty hours for each credit of supervised occupational experience (SOE). Lecture credit may include formal or impromptu lectures, demonstrations, or discussions with the entire class or with small groups or individuals. Refer to the Course Credits section of this course outline for the credit breakdown.
Accommodations Statement
Access Services - Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified students with documented disabilities. Upon attending an intake meeting with Access Services, qualified students will receive a letter listing the approved accommodations that they may provide to their instructors. If you have a documented disability that may require accommodations, contact HTC Access Services at
AccessServices@hennepintech.edu or
https://hennepintech.edu/current-students/access-services/index.html.
Campus
Eden Prairie Campus: 952-995-1300
Credit Details