Motor Controls

This course is intended for beginners to automation and motor controls. Motor control using across-the-line starters will be studied, along with an introduction to ladder diagrams. Develops skills in interpreting schematics, system design, motor start / stop circuits, motor sequence control, reversing motor control, and motor jogging. Also includes some basic sensors and their use in ladder diagrams and motor start/ stop. Safety is emphasized throughout, highlighting motor safety, lockout/ tagout and safety interlocks.

Topics: Manual Motor Control and Overload Protection, Control Transformers, Ladder Diagrams, Control Relays and Motor Starters, Troubleshooting Motor Circuits, Reversing Motor Control, Sensors and motor control
Prerequisites: AC/DC Electricity training
Approximate Total Time: 40 hours, 20 hours hands-on lab time