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Motors and Controls

Course Course Title Class Lab/ Shop Clinical/ Co-op Credit
ELC 117 Motors and Controls 2 6 0 4
Prerequisites: ELC 111 or ELC 112 or ELC 113
Corequisites: None
Effective Term: Fall 2007

This course introduces the fundamental concepts of motors and motor controls. Topics include ladder diagrams, pilot devices, contactors, motor starters, motors, and other control devices. Upon completion, students should be able to properly select, connect, and troubleshoot motors and control circuits.

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