Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
ICS-0255
Organization's ID:
EET115
Organization:
Penn Foster College
Location:
Classroom-based
Length:
1 year, 52 weeks
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 3 Electric Circuits
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to provide a foundation in electrical and electronics technology, knowledge about theory and applications of most basic electrical/electronic components, including resistors, capacitors, inductors, diodes and rectifiers, AC and DC motors, generators, and transformers.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Calculate parallel and series resistance, capacitance, and inductance
  • Analyze simple circuits using Ohm's Law
  • Calculate time constants for RL and RC circuits
  • Describe the function of DC and AC motors
  • Perform power calculations for simple AC and DC circuits
  • Describe the use of diodes as rectifiers
  • Describe the use of transistors in motor control circuits

General Topics:

  • Nature of electricity
  • Circuit analysis and Ohm's Law
  • Capacitors and inductors
  • Magnetism and electromagnetism
  • Conductors, insulators, and batteries
  • DC motor and generator theory
  • Alternating current
  • Alternating current circuits
  • Inductors in AC circuits
  • Capacitors in AC circuits
  • Transformers
  • Alternators
  • Rectification and basic electronic devices
Instruction & Assessment
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