ELEC 121 Electrical Controls for Machines

Prerequisite: ELEC 102 with a C or better
2 hrs lecture; 2 hrs lab; 3 hrs credit
This is a course in industrial controls which are frequently used in industry to control motors. Single and three-phase systems are covered. Industry standards and codes are presented throughout for promoting an understanding of safety and preventive maintenance. Practical experiences include wiring motor starters, reversing and motor sequencing and controlling these with different control devices and sensors.