Motor Controls and Starters, Low-Voltage
Course Duration: 4.5 days
Credits: 3.6 CEUs
Level of Involvement: Lecture
Schedule: 8:00am - 4:30pm, the final day ends at 12:00pm
Course Number: 307
Tuition USD: $ 1540
The low-voltage motor control center (MCC) plays a vital role in controlling motors and production processes. Over the years, MCCs have evolved from cabinets that housed basic electromechanical devices such as circuit breakers, contactors and overload relays to centers of automation that may include variable frequency drives, starters and programmable logic controllers. Now more than ever, out of sequence motor operation, failure of timers, control relays, limit switches and other critical components carry a high cost. With effective MCC maintenance and troubleshooting techniques, technicians can ensure correct operation of the control scheme, reduce repair times and identify problems in control circuits from the manufacturer.
Learning Objectives
• Identify and understand application of motor control pilot devices
• Interpret MCC wiring diagrams and schematics
• Recognize control circuit types and understand applications of two-wire control, three-wire control, reversing circuits, sequence control, jogging and inching circuits
• Explain the methods of deceleration, reduced-voltage controls, speed controls and operating principles of variable frequency drives
• Troubleshoot motor control circuits utilizing a multimeter
• Design and wire various motor control circuits
Who Should Attend
This hands-on course is intended for new or experienced electricians and technicians that install, maintain, repair or troubleshoot MCCs rated 600 volts or less.
Requirements
The student should have basic knowledge of AC/DC electricity.
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| Start Date (mm/dd/yyyy) | End Date (mm/dd/yyyy) | Location | Language | Register |
| 6/24/2013 | 6/28/2013 | Dallas, TX | English | |
| 8/12/2013 | 8/16/2013 | Dallas, TX | English | |
| 10/7/2013 | 10/11/2013 | Dallas, TX | English | |
| 12/9/2013 | 12/13/2013 | Dallas, TX | English | |
| 7/15/2013 | 7/19/2013 | Valley Forge, PA | English | |
| 9/9/2013 | 9/13/2013 | Valley Forge, PA | English | |
| 11/4/2013 | 11/8/2013 | Valley Forge, PA | English | |
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Are meals included?
Meals are not provided as part of tuition. We do provide refreshments. Our instructors make recommendations of restaurants in close proximity to each of our training locations.
Is lodging included?
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What should I wear?
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What if I need to cancel my registration?
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How will I know if a class cancels?
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What kind of credits do I get?
There are hundreds of different accrediting organizations. Some education providers even create their own “accrediting organizations.” AVO’s courses are reviewed and approved by the International Electrical Testing Association (NETA) for Continuing Education Units. For electricians needing continuing education credits to renew your license - every US State has its’ own accreditation method and in some cases none. You will need to check with your States’ licensing board for the type of education credits they accept.
What if I am an international student?
All international students must pay in full by wire transfer by 21 days prior to class start date. Documentation can be supplied for travel visa requirements following receipt of payment. All listed prices are in US Dollars.
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Do I get a government discount?
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