AUMF 1430 Fundamentals of Motor Controls
This course introduces the fundamental concepts, principles, and components of industrial motor control systems used in manufacturing and automated environments. Instruction provides a comprehensive foundation for understanding, installing, operating, and maintaining motor-driven systems commonly found in industrial applications.
Content includes the theory and operation of single-phase and three-phase AC motors, motor control circuit design and wiring, the application of control components such as contactors, relays, overload protection devices, magnetic starters, and braking systems. Students will interpret and develop electrical schematics and ladder diagrams while applying industry standards, including IEC and NEMA classifications and requirements outlined in Article 430 of the National Electrical Code (NEC).
Emphasis is placed on safe work practices consistent with OSHA guidelines and industry expectations. Students will engage in hands-on, real-world laboratory activities to construct, test, and troubleshoot motor control circuits using industry-standard tools, equipment, and materials. Preventative maintenance practices and systematic troubleshooting techniques are integrated throughout the course to reinforce reliability and operational efficiency.
By the end of the course, students will have the skills needed to analyze, operate, and maintain industrial motor control systems, preparing them for employment in electrical and industrial automation technologies