Description:

This is the first in a series of four courses in Locomotive Electrical. This course is designed to introduce the student to the basic electrical theory and concepts related to locomotive electrical systems. 40 hrs. integrated lecture lab/total

Supplies: Refer to the instructor's course syllabus for details about any supplies that may be required.

Textbook(s): For information see - http://bookstore.jccc.net

Course Fees: NONE

Course Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this course the student should be able to:

1. Explain the methods of generating an electrical current.
2. Define electrical terms relating to Ohm’s and Watt’s laws.
3. Identify basic electrical schematic symbols.
4. Explain direct current (DC) series, parallel and combination circuits.
5. Discuss the basic principles of magnetism.
6. Explain the operation of DC motors and generators.
7. Discuss the basic principles of alternating current (AC).
8. Define capacitor, inductor, and transformer.
9. Explain basic semiconductor theory.
10. Identify diodes, rectifiers, and transistors, and explain their use.

Content Outline & Competencies:

I. Methods of Generating Electrical Current
   A. List different methods of generating electrical current.
   B. Explain each of the different methods of generating electrical
current.

II. Ohm’s and Power (Watt’s) Laws
   A. Define electrical terms relating to Ohm’s law and Watt’s law.
   B. Apply Ohm’s law and Watt’s law to basic circuits.
   C.Identify and sketch electrical symbols used in electrical schematic
diagrams.

III. DC Series, Parallel and Combination Series
   A. Explain the theory of direct current.
   B. List the components of a DC motor.

IV. Principles of Magnetism
   A. List the basic principles of magnetism.
   B. Define residual magnetism.
   C. Identify magnetic devices.

V. DC Generators and Motors
   A. Explain the operation of DC motors.
   B. Explain the operation of DC generators.

VI. Alternating Current
   A. List the basic principles of alternating current.
   B. Identify the components of an AC motor.

VII. Capacitors, Inductors, and Transformers
   A. Define capacitors and inductors
   B. Describe and explain transformers.

VIII. Semiconductor Theory
   A. Explain semiconductor theory.
   B. Describe a semiconductor junction.

IX. Diodes, Silicon Control Rectifiers
   A. Correctly identify diodes, rectifiers, and transistors.
   B. Explain the purpose and use of diodes, rectifiers, and
transistors.

Methods of Evaluation of Competencies:

Evaluation of student mastery of course competencies will be accomplished using the following methods:

Examinations		 40-60% of grade
Projects/Assignments	 40-60% of grade
  Total      	           	100%

Grade Criteria:	        A = 90 – 100%  	 
  	                B = 80 –  89%		
  			C = 70 –  79%		
  	                D = 60 -  69%		
  	                F =  0 –  59%		

Caveats:

1. This course will meet eight hours per day for five days of lecture and lab.
2. All JCCC students are issued a college e-mail account that is accessed through MyJCCC. This account is used by the college to communicate course, grade, financial aid, enrollment and other important college information. It is your responsibility to check your JCCC e-mail account regularly for important information.

Disabilities:

If you are a student with a disability, and if you will be requesting accommodations, it is your responsibility to contact Access Services. Access Services will recommend any appropriate accommodations to your professor and his/her director. The professor and director will identify for you which accommodations will be arranged.

JCCC provides a range of services to allow persons with disabilities to participate in educational programs and activities. If you desire support services, contact the office of Access Services for Students With Disabilities (913) 469-8500, ext. 3521 or TDD (913) 469-3885. The Access Services office is located in the Success Center on the second floor of the Student Center.