Electrical Technology (ELE) at Northern Virginia Community College


         
 
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ELE 146 - Electric Motor Control
Studies solid state devices with application and emphasis toward control of power. Includes diodes, SCR's, photoelectric controls, timing, circuits, voltage regulation and three phase rectifiers.
Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week.
Prerequisite: ELE 150 or equivalent.
4 credits
ELE 148 - Power Distribution Systems
Introduces transmission and distribution of electrical power. Includes application of transformers, distribution and over-current protection devices, substations, switchboards, feeders, bus-ways, motor control centers, generators, motors, and troubleshooting techniques associated with these systems and devices.
Credits 3. Lecture 2 hours. Lab 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.
3 credits
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ELE 150 - A.C. and D.C. Circuit Fundamentals
Provides an intensive study of the fundamentals of direct and alternating current, resistance, magnetism, inductance and capacitance, with emphasis on practical applications. Focuses on electrical/machines applications.
Lecture 2-3 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4-5 hours per week.
3-4 credits
ELE 189 - Data Cabling Communication
Introduces construction, testing, troubleshooting, and repair of a variety of copper cables. Prepares students for the Electronics Technician Association Data Cable Installer Certification (DCIC) necessary to compete for entry-level positions in a wide range of networking, security and video companies.
Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
3 credits
ELE 211 - Electrical Machines I
Studies the construction, theory of operations and applications of DC and AC machines. Part I of II.
Lecture 3-4 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6-7 hours per week.
Prerequisite: ETR 114 or equivalent.
3-5 credits
ELE 233 - Programmable Logic Controller Systems I
Teaches operating and programming of programmable logic controllers. Covers analog and digital interfacing and communication schemes as they apply to system. Part I of II.
Lecture 2-3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5-6 hours per week.
Prerequisite: ETR 156 and ETR 211 or equivalent.
3-4 credits
ELE 250 - Fiber Optics Technology
Introduces testing, troubleshooting, and repair of fiber optic systems. Prepares students for the Electronics Technician Association Fiber Optics Technician (FOT) certification necessary to compete for technician level positions in a wide range of networking, security and video companies,
Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 5 hours per week.
3 credits