ELTR 3169 - Magnetic Motor Controls

This course presents related theory, components, and various devices used in the numerous types of magnetic controls of motors. The student will be introduced to the basic circuits and then progress to the more advanced circuits of alternating, sequencing, latching, and time delay operations of motor controls. Starting with the “basics” of motor control, this lab will include many progressive projects leading the student toward a final result of total automation of a system using magnetic controls and time delay relays. The mechanics of overload relays, proper selection of starter sizes and heater elements, to name a few, will also be studied by the student in these lab projects. This is a seven and one-half (7 1/2) week course.