AC Theory, Electric Motors, and Hydraulic Systems

TEM7: AC Theory, Electric Motors, and Hydraulic Systems

TEM7.A: Employment Skills

TEM7.B: Implementing Industrial Safety Procedures

TEM7.C: Understanding AC Wave Generation

TEM7.D: Basic operation of AC Test Equipment

TEM7.E: Applications of Inductance and Capacitance

TEM7.F: Basic Transformer Application

TEM7.G: Operating Principles of Motors

TEM7.H: Principles of Motor Controls

TEM7.I: Control Devices Used in Automation

TEM7.J: Symbols of Schematic Diagrams

TEM7.K: Wiring Magnetic Starters and Braking

TEM7.L: Preventative Maintenance

TEM7.M: Hydraulic System Principles

TEM7.N: Operation of Hydraulic System

TEM7.A.1: demonstrate employability skills required by business and industry

TEM7.B.2: implement industrial, and laboratory safety, procedures and practices

TEM7.C.3: demonstrate an understanding of AC Wave Generation

TEM7.D.4: explain and demonstrate the basic operation of AC Test equipment

TEM7.E.5: understand the applications of inductance and capacitance

TEM7.F.6: explain and understand the Basic Transformer Application

TEM7.G.7: examine motor theory and operating principles of motors

TEM7.H.8: investigate the principles of motor controls

TEM7.I.9: explain how control devices are used in automation

TEM7.J.10: use symbols appropriately when working with schematic diagrams

TEM7.K.11: show proper wiring for magnetic starters and braking

TEM7.L.12: demonstrate preventative maintenance and troubleshooting for motors

TEM7.M.13: explain hydraulic system principles

TEM7.N.14: demonstrate proper operation of hydraulic system components

TEM7.A.1.a: communicate effectively through writing, speaking, listening, reading, and interpersonal abilities

TEM7.A.1.b: demonstrate creativity by asking challenging questions and applying innovative procedures and methods

TEM7.A.1.c: exhibit critical thinking and problem solving skills to locate, analyze and apply information in career planning and employment situations

TEM7.A.1.d: model work readiness traits required for success in the workplace including integrity, honesty, accountability, punctuality, time management, and respect for diversity

TEM7.A.1.e: apply the appropriate skill sets to be productive in a changing, technological, diverse workplace to be able to work independently and apply team work skills

TEM7.A.1.f: present a professional image through appearance, behavior, and language

TEM7.B.2.a: wear approved Pipe (shoes, eye wear, gloves, hard hats, etc. )

TEM7.B.2.b: understand the importance of lockout/tag out procedures to control various energy types (e.g., electrical, thermal (steam), hydraulic, pneumatic, or gravitational) practiced correct lockout/tag out procedures using a padlock and tag as described under Moshe's 29 CFR 1910 147 standard, the control of hazardous energy (lockout/tag out)

TEM7.B.2.c: understand safety rules to follow when working with electrical systems

TEM7.B.2.d: review general safety standards for working with electrical components in the laboratory

TEM7.B.2.e: identify and discuss the potential safety hazards and precautions of working with specific electric motors and controlling devices

TEM7.B.2.f: identify monitoring agencies from which safety regulations can be requested

TEM7.B.2.g: discuss the material safety data sheets (MSDS) Right-to-Know law

TEM7.B.2.h: identify types of fires, types of fire extinguishers, and types of protective clothing

TEM7.B.2.i: identify the appropriate action for reporting fires and appropriate firefighting procedures

TEM7.B.2.j: demonstrate use of lab emergency Power disconnect ("Kill Switch")

TEM7.B.2.k: list personal and equipment safety rules for working with electrical and electronic circuits and power supplies

TEM7.B.2.l: demonstrate an understanding of safety precautions and procedures

TEM7.B.2.m: demonstrate the safe use of test equipment

TEM7.B.2.n: identify the major types of hazards associated with the electrical/electronics workplace

TEM7.B.2.o: state the location and activation of the main disconnect switch for the electrical/electronics laboratory

TEM7.C.3.a: describe sine waves generated by alternating current

TEM7.C.3.b: define alternating current

TEM7.C.3.c: measure AC voltage and current values

TEM7.C.3.d: describe basic AC generator principles

TEM7.D.4.a: measure and calculate AC sine wave frequency and period

TEM7.D.4.b: use an oscilloscope to analyze sinusoidal wave forms for voltage, current, and frequency measurements

TEM7.E.5.a: define inductance and identify inductor symbols

TEM7.E.5.b: explain inductor operation

TEM7.E.5.c: demonstrate the effect of connecting inductors in series and parallel

TEM7.E.5.d: draw a vector diagram showing inductor phase relationships of voltage and current

TEM7.E.5.e: determine the inductance value of an inductor

TEM7.E.5.f: define and determine the reactance of an inductor when given the inductance and frequency

TEM7.E.5.g: define capacitance and identify capacitor symbols

TEM7.E.5.h: explain capacitor operation

TEM7.E.5.i: demonstrate the effect of connecting capacitors in series and parallel

TEM7.E.5.j: draw a vector diagram showing capacitor phase relationships of voltage and current

TEM7.E.5.k: determine the capacitance value of a capacitor

TEM7.E.5.l: define and determine the reactance of a capacitor when given the capacitance and frequency

TEM7.F.6.a: apply, define, and explain fundamental electrical terminology and electrical parameters for transformers

TEM7.F.6.b: explain transformer outputs in relation to inputs

TEM7.F.6.c: explain core losses, mutual inductance, and types of transformers

TEM7.F.6.d: use an oscilloscope to evaluate performance of the transformer (i.e., voltage and phase measurements)

TEM7.F.6.e: calculate voltage-turn ratios

TEM7.F.6.f: calculate voltage-current ratios

TEM7.F.6.g: determine impedance matching

TEM7.F.6.h: test and identify transformers

TEM7.G.7.a: describe the laws of magnetism and their application to AC and DC motors

TEM7.G.7.b: compare the operating principles of AC motors with those of DC motors

TEM7.G.7.c: compare the characteristics of AC motors with those of DC motors

TEM7.G.7.d: define terms associated with electric motors

TEM7.G.7.e: identify the component parts of an electric motor

TEM7.G.7.f: name different types of AC and DC motors

TEM7.G.7.g: discuss the National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) standards for electric motors

TEM7.G.7.h: determine voltage, amperage, speed, horsepower, NEMA class, and environmental requirements of electric motors using data from the motor name plate

TEM7.H.8.a: name the three classes of DC motors

TEM7.H.8.b: describe the operating characteristics of the three classes of DC motors

TEM7.H.8.c: identify the components of DC motors

TEM7.H.8.d: state the function of starter devices in DC motors

TEM7.H.8.e: name the types of manual dc motor starters

TEM7.H.8.f: identify the components used in DC motor control

TEM7.H.8.g: name the types of automatic DC motor starters

TEM7.H.8.h: describe the methods of controlling the speed of DC motors

TEM7.H.8.i: name the three classes of AC motors

TEM7.H.8.j: describe the operating characteristics of the three classes of AC motors

TEM7.H.8.k: identify the components of AC motors

TEM7.H.8.l: state the purpose of controllers in AC motor circuits

TEM7.H.8.m: name the types of AC motor controllers

TEM7.H.8.n: identify the components used in AC motor controls

TEM7.H.8.o: describe the methods used to provide circuit protection in AC motor control applications

TEM7.I.9.a: identify and describe various devices used for sensing temperature, pressure, level, motion, and position

TEM7.I.9.b: identify and describe the devices used in switching circuits

TEM7.I.9.c: identify and describe the devices used for motor overload protection

TEM7.I.9.d: identify and describe the devices used for ground fault and short circuit protection

TEM7.I.9.e: identify and describe various other devices used in motor control circuits

TEM7.J.10.a: identify and draw the various symbols for components and conditional state of devices used in motor control circuits

TEM7.J.10.b: describe a typical motor control schematic diagram

TEM7.J.10.c: draw a schematic diagram of a motor control circuit

TEM7.J.10.d: interpret schematic diagrams of various motor control circuits

TEM7.K.11.a: wire control transformers for the various 24V, 120V, and 230V secondary control voltages used in the industry

TEM7.K.11.b: wire an across-the-line motor starter using a start-stop switch

TEM7.K.11.c: wire a forward/reverse motor starter using a stop/forward/reverse switch

TEM7.K.11.d: wire a magnetic starter for a motor control using a run/jog/stop switch without a control relay

TEM7.K.11.e: wire a magnetic starter for a motor control using a control relay and a run/jog/stop switch

TEM7.K.11.f: identify and describe the different dynamic, plugging, electronic, electric, and manual types of motor braking devices used in the industry

TEM7.K.11.g: install a braking system on a motor

TEM7.L.12.a: perform a visual inspection using procedures described in a manufacturer's service manual

TEM7.L.12.b: lubricate a motor according to procedures described in a manufacturer's service manual

TEM7.L.12.c: clean a motor according to procedures outlined in a manufacturer's service manual

TEM7.L.12.d: discuss techniques for troubleshooting electric motors

TEM7.M.13.a: define and discuss the following basic hydraulic terms; hydraulic, force, weight, mass, work, and pressure

TEM7.M.13.b: explain how hydraulic power is transmitted

TEM7.M.13.c: discuss conservation of energy as it applies to a hydraulic system

TEM7.M.13.d: state the laws of physics that relate to hydraulic applications

TEM7.M.13.e: explain how force, weight, mass, and pressure are used in the operation of hydraulic devices

TEM7.M.13.f: use formulas to compute solutions for single variable problems relating to hydraulic systems where force, weight, mass, pressure, and work are the unknowns

TEM7.M.13.g: identify the advantages of hydraulic power when compared to other methods of power transmission

TEM7.M.13.h: identify the symbols used to represent components in a hydraulic system

TEM7.M.13.i: identify the purpose of a hydraulic system using circuit diagrams

TEM7.M.13.j: draw a complete hydraulic system schematic using the appropriate symbols

TEM7.M.13.k: read and interpret a hydraulic system schematic

TEM7.N.14.a: check for symptoms of binding rods and pistons

TEM7.N.14.b: align a piston in a hydraulic cylinder

TEM7.N.14.c: discuss the purpose and use of servo-proportional valves (SPV)

TEM7.N.14.d: discuss troubleshooting procedures for actuators in a hydraulic system

TEM7.N.14.e: inspect a pressure control relief valve

TEM7.N.14.f: measure the pressure in a hydraulic system

TEM7.N.14.g: measure the flow of fluid in a hydraulic system

TEM7.N.14.h: null a hydraulic servo valve

TEM7.N.14.i: replace valves in hydraulic system

TEM7.N.14.j: adjust the hydraulic pressure at a valve

TEM7.N.14.k: test the accumulator charge in a hydraulic system

TEM7.N.14.l: recharge an accumulator

TEM7.N.14.m: replace a defective accumulator

TEM7.N.14.n: explain how hydraulic fluid is manufactured

TEM7.N.14.o: identify types of hydraulic fluids and discuss their characteristics

TEM7.N.14.p: explain viscosity ratings

TEM7.N.14.q: select hydraulic fluids appropriate to the types of seals used in the system

TEM7.N.14.r: check the fluid level in a hydraulic system

TEM7.N.14.s: replace and clean hydraulic filters and strainers

TEM7.N.14.t: drain and refill a hydraulic system with the correct fluid

TEM7.N.14.u: discuss the types and purposes of reservoirs in a hydraulic system