Basic Electricity Syllabus
Basic Electricity Syllabus
Technician / OEE COURSE NUMBER AND TITLE: ELE 115 Basic Electricity CREDITS: 2-3 LAB:0 2-3 HOURS/WK LECTURE:2- 3 HOURS/WK
CATALOG DESCRIPTION: Covers basic circuits and theory of fundamental concepts of electricity. Presents a practical approach to discussion of components and devices. REALATIONSHIP OF THE COURSE TO CURRICUUM OBJECTIVES: REQUIRED BACKGROUND: None COURSE CONTENT: Basic Concepts Electrical Quantities and Units Basic Circuits, Laws and Measurements Circuit Component Multiple-Load Circuits Complex-Circuit Analysis Magnetism and Electromagnetics Power in AC Circuits Capacitance Inductance Transformers R C and L Circuits Electric Motors Instruments and Measurements LEARNER OUTCOMES Upon successful completion of this course students should have: A basic understanding of the use of meters and test equipment used to measure electrical quantities.
A basic understanding of voltage, current resistance and power in dc circuits and network analysis using Ohms Law, and Kirchoffs Laws. A basic understanding of magnetic field theory. A basic understanding of inductance, capacitance and impedance in ac circuits and network analysis. A basic knowledge of motors and transformers EVALUATION 1. Attendance, homework and class-work, lab exercises, projects, quizzes and test The course supports the following competencies and objectives: A. SCHEV Competencies 1. Writing 2. Oral Communication 3. Critical Thinking B. DCC Educational Objectives 1. Communication 2. Learning Skills 3. Critical Thinking 4. Interpersonal Skills and Human Relations 5. Computational and Computer Skills 6. Understanding Culture and Society 7. Wellness