School
Business, Entrepreneurship, and Professional Development
Division
Building Sciences
Department
Energy Technology
Academic Level
Undergraduate
Course Subject
BldgScien, Energy,HVAC& MSFM
Course Number
103
Course Title
AC/DC Electricity
Cross-Referenced Course
Credit Hours
3.00
Instructor Contact Hours Per Semester
47.00 (for 15-week classes)
Student Contact Hours Per Semester
47.00 (for 15-week classes)
Grading Method
A-E
Catalog Course Description
Covers the fundamentals of DC and AC circuits and circuit calculations. Examines electrical definitions, units of electrical measure, use of meters, series and parallel resistive circuits, capacitance, and inductance. Also explores basic wiring techniques and how to troubleshoot circuit faults.
Goals, Topics, and Objectives
Core Course Topics
- DC and AC Electricity
- Describe concepts of AC theory, and be able to differentiate it from DC
- Describe concepts of basic electricity theory; and define terms voltage, current, resistance, and power
- Electrical Safety
- Demonstrate in labs and on exams basic electrical safety
- Series/Parallel Circuits
- Describe concepts of series and parallel circuits, and explain the differences between them
- Ohm's Law/Power Formula
- Demonstrate a working knowledge of how and why conductor size and type affect the flow of current; be able to calculate proper conductor size in a circuit
- Calculate line loss in an electrical conductor, good conductors vs. poor conductors, and semi-conductors
- Electrical Components
- Demonstrate transformers, resistors, and relays/contactors usage
- Electrical Wiring
- Demonstrate proper wiring techniques for basic AC and Dc projects
Assessment and Requirements
Assessment of Academic Achievement
The following assessment tools will be common to all sections:
- Assignments
- Quizzes
- Final Exam
Outcomes
Satisfies Wellness Requirement
No
Credit for Prior College-Level Learning
Approval Dates
Effective Term
Fall 2022
Review Semester
Fall 2022