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Advanced Motor Control

Course Information

Subject

ARM

Course Number

266

Status

Active

Course Title

Advanced Motor Control

Course Description

This course covers advanced motor control as a continuation of Electrical Systems I, II, and III. The first part of the course covers general machine operations, types of braking and loads on a motor, and improving motor efficiency and power. The second part of the course covers control techniques, the role of different sensors in relation to motor operation, troubleshooting techniques and preventive measures that can be taken in order to protect motors. This course is one of the courses required for the Siemens Level 2 certification in mechatronics.

Minimum Credit Hours

3

Maximum Credit Hours

3

Total Completions Allowed for Credit

1

Lecture - Lab Hours

(2-2)

Requirements

Prerequisite: ARM 153 and ARM 158 (both C or better) or department consent AND MTH 117 (C or better) or math placement score of 55 or higher or Math ACT of 28 or higher or Math SAT of 640 or higher. Course fee.

PCS Code

1.2