STANDARD COMPETENCIES:

 

 I.      Explain current flow through AC circuits and how inductance and capacitance affect AC current and voltage.

 II.     Define true power, reactive power apparent power and power factor.

 III.    Identify various types of single-phase and three-phase systems.

 IV.     Explain and demonstrate the use of the symbols used on electrical diagrams.

 V.      Explain and demonstrate how to obtain information from a title block and an equipment location index.

 VI.     Explain and demonstrate a fundamental understanding of the use of the National Electrical Code.

 VII.    Describe and demonstrate proper procedures for grounding electrical circuits.

 VIII.   Identify and explain current motor theory and application.

 IX.     Explain how an AC motor controller operates and describe the operation of master switches and pilot devices.

 X       Explain how an AC motor can provide overload and low voltage protection.

 XI.     Describe the operation of special types of motor controllers.

 XII.    Explain and demonstrate the use of diagrams and charts to obtain information about an AC motor controller.

 XIII.   Explain how to troubleshoot an AC motor controller.

 XIV.    Demonstrate how to inspect and clean a controller`s parts.

 XV.     Describe the components of a typical motor branch circuit.

 XVI.    Demonstrate and describe preventative maintenance procedures.

 XVII.   Demonstrate and describe troubleshooting a problem in a motor branch circuit.

 TOPICAL OUTLINE:

 

 I.      AC voltage

 II.     Power

 III.    Single-phase and three-phase systems

 IV.     Electrical diagrams.

 V.      The National Electrical Code

 VI.     Grounding

 VII.    AC motor theory, application and control

 VIII.   Motor and controller maintenance procedures