Course

50-620-705 Motors & Motor Control for Mechatronics
Course Information
Description
This course examines the fundamentals of electric motors and motor control. Apprentices will learn to recognize and draw basic symbols, use the language of motor control, and apply these in industry adopted formats. Apprentices will also learn to draw and read ladder and wiring diagrams, and be introduced to the logic used in motor control.  Learners will apply this logic to correctly interpret, install, service, and wire control circuits. Wiring of panels, machines, and systems will also be examined.
Total Credits
2
Course Competencies (Course Outcomes)
  1. Apply safety procedures, tools, and instrument to specific situations
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
    Written Objective Test
    Apprentice Worksheet
    Criteria
    apprentice follows all safety procedures
    apprentice simulates all necessary lockout and tag out procedures
    apprentice dons all necessary personal protective equipment in the correct order and manner
    apprentice positions themselves correctly
    apprentice selects the correct tools and equipment (as appropriate for the simulation)
    apprentice selects the correct instruments and materials (as appropriate for the simulation)
    apprentice performs all critical steps with the tool and or instrument in the right order
    apprentice accurately explains the simulated process as they perform it

  2. Interpret mechatronic electrical circuits, symbols, diagrams, and abbreviations
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
    Written Objective Test
    Apprentice Worksheet
    Criteria
    apprentice completes all worksheet application questions correctly
    apprentice's work reflects an accurate analysis of the problem presented
    apprentice submits work to the instructor for review and feedback

  3. Analyze the operation of relays, contactors, and motor starters
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
    Written Objective Test
    Apprentice Worksheet
    Criteria
    apprentice completes all worksheet application questions correctly
    apprentice's work reflects an accurate analysis of the problem presented
    apprentice submits work to the instructor for review and feedback

  4. Examine timers and timing circuit types used in control circuits
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
    Written Objective Test
    Apprentice Worksheet
    Criteria
    apprentice completes all worksheet application questions correctly
    apprentice's work reflects an accurate analysis of the problem presented
    apprentice submits work to the instructor for review and feedback

  5. Compare the function of a capacitive, inductive, and photoelectric sensors
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
    Written Objective Test
    Apprentice Worksheet
    Criteria
    apprentice completes all worksheet application questions correctly
    apprentice's work reflects an accurate analysis of the problem presented
    apprentice submits work to the instructor for review and feedback

  6. Illustrate a timer truth table
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
    Written Objective Test
    Apprentice Worksheet
    Criteria
    apprentice completes all worksheet application questions correctly
    apprentice's work reflects an accurate analysis of the problem presented
    apprentice submits work to the instructor for review and feedback

  7. Apply DC motor operational theories to mechatronic systems
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
    Written Objective Test
    Apprentice Worksheet
    Criteria
    apprentice completes all worksheet application questions correctly
    apprentice's work reflects an accurate analysis of the problem presented
    apprentice submits work to the instructor for review and feedback

  8. Select DC motor types for general applications
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
    Written Objective Test
    Apprentice Worksheet
    Criteria
    apprentice completes all worksheet application questions correctly
    apprentice's work reflects an accurate analysis of the problem presented
    apprentice submits work to the instructor for review and feedback

  9. Compare single phase AC motor components and wiring applications
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
    Written Objective Test
    Apprentice Worksheet
    Criteria
    apprentice completes all worksheet application questions correctly
    apprentice's work reflects an accurate analysis of the problem presented
    apprentice submits work to the instructor for review and feedback

  10. Analyze three phase AC motor components and wiring applications
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
    Written Objective Test
    Apprentice Worksheet
    Criteria
    apprentice completes all worksheet application questions correctly
    apprentice's work reflects an accurate analysis of the problem presented
    apprentice submits work to the instructor for review and feedback

  11. Compare motor starting methods for industrial applications
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
    Written Objective Test
    Apprentice Worksheet
    Criteria
    apprentice completes all worksheet application questions correctly
    apprentice's work reflects an accurate analysis of the problem presented
    apprentice submits work to the instructor for review and feedback

  12. Apply AC motor operational theory to mechatronic systems
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
    Written Objective Test
    Apprentice Worksheet
    Criteria
    apprentice completes all worksheet application questions correctly
    apprentice's work reflects an accurate analysis of the problem presented
    apprentice submits work to the instructor for review and feedback

  13. Explore motor stopping methods
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
    Written Objective Test
    Apprentice Worksheet
    Criteria
    apprentice completes all worksheet application questions correctly
    apprentice's work reflects an accurate analysis of the problem presented
    apprentice submits work to the instructor for review and feedback

  14. Apply panel electrical schematics to wiring a motor circuit
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
    Written Objective Test
    Apprentice Worksheet
    Criteria
    apprentice completes all worksheet application questions correctly
    apprentice's work reflects an accurate analysis of the problem presented
    apprentice submits work to the instructor for review and feedback

  15. Examine diagnostic tests for motor circuits
    Assessment Strategies
    Oral, Written or Graphic Assessment
    Written Objective Test
    Apprentice Worksheet
    Criteria
    apprentice completes all worksheet application questions correctly
    apprentice's work reflects an accurate analysis of the problem presented
    apprentice submits work to the instructor for review and feedback