Electrical Testing and Maintenance Syllabus for 2021-2022
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Instructor Information

Office Location

MCCT 115 Success BLVD

Office Hours

30 minutes before and after class meeting. Every other Friday by appointment,

Course Information

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Course

ELPT-2347-0020 Electrical Testing and Maintenance

Prerequisites

Corequisite: ELPT 2311

Course Description

Proper and safe use of electrical power equipment test devices and the interpretation of test results.  Includes protective relay testing and calibration, direct current (DC) testing, insulation power factor testing, and medium voltage switchgear.

Student ResourcesStudent Resources Website

Department Expectations

Occupational License Disclaimer

Notice to Students enrolled in an educational program for preparation of issuance of certain occupational licenses:

Students enrolled in an educational program in preparation for obtaining certain occupational licenses are potentially ineligible for such license if the student has been convicted of an offense. For further information, please contact:

Melodie Graves
Justice Involved Advocate
Student Service Center 117
mgraves24@actx.edu
806-371-5995
Make appointment at https://melodiegraves.youcanbook.me

You can also contact the Legal Clinic, or the faculty member in charge of the educational program that you seek to enroll in. The further information you will receive will include notification to you of your right to request a criminal history evaluation letter from the licensing authority in order to clarify your particular situation.

Hours

(3 sem hrs; 2 lec, 2 lab)

Class Type

On Campus Course

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

Textbooks required for this course:

  Delmar's Standard Textbook of Electricity       Author: Stephen L. Herman

   ISBN #: 978-1-285-85270-6

Supplies

IMTO Fundamentals Tool Kit:          

All Courses:                                                                     

Safety Glasses

AC Logo Shirts

Flash Drive (8gb)

Calculator (TI 36X Pro)

3 ring binder

8.5 x 11 college ruled paper

Blue or Black medium point pen

Pencil & eraser

Pocket steel rule

Tape measure (16 ft. +)

Flashlight & batteries

Magnifying glass

Utility knife

Paint pen

12” rule – inch and millimeter

Handyman-in- your-pocket

Large tool bag or back pack

Course Specific:        

Small gage wire strippers (Klien 1004)

Large gage wire strippers

Crimpers (Channellock #909 or =)

Fuse puller

Lineman’s pliers (9”)

Pliers set (including: side cutters, needle nose, slip joint, tongue & groove)

Electrical tape

Screwdriver set (including: 6” long 3/16” – 3/8” flat tip, #1 & #2 Philips tips)

Technical / Precision screwdriver set

Other Fundamentals Courses:                                             

Drill set (1/16” – 3/8”)

Drill bit 13/64”

Scribe

¼” prick punch

¼” center punch

Ball peen hammer (12 oz.)

Student Performance

Outcomes:

  1. Test over-current circuit breakers and relays using high current test sets and relay test sets
  2. Test motors and cables using the "Megger and DC Hypot;"
  3. List and explain three components of current in DC testing
  4. Measure "ground resistance" using the earth resistance test set
  5. Identify and explain components of large industrial-type switchgear.

Students Rights and Responsibilities

Student Rights and Responsibilities

Log in using the AC Connect Portal

In order to receive your AC Connect Email, you must log in through AC Connect at https://acconnect.actx.edu .

If you are an active staff or faculty member according to Human Resources, use "Exchange". All other students, use "AC Connect (Google) Email".

Expected Student Behavior

Cell phones and pagers WILL be silenced during scheduled class and lab times. Use limited to break time only.

No tobacco or vapor products in use on AC Property!

Drinks may be allowed during lecture portion of class at the student desks. No food or drinks are allowed in the computer lab desks. No jewelry, shorts, sandals or flip-flops allowed in labs. Absolutely no horse play allowed

Notebook & Class Equipment:

Students are required to take notes and participate in discussions during lectures. NO hats allowed in buildings except where required as required equipment (i.e. welding hats while welding...)

 

Shop Policy:

Read safety handouts provided, use common sense, maintain safe shop practices, keep your Lab clean, and orderly. Keep all safety shields/guards, and equipment in place at all times. Notify your Instructor of faulty wiring/equipment, worn or damaged tools, or missing parts. No horseplay is allowed whatsoever. Academic disciplinary measures will be promptly administered to offending person(s). Please help the Instructor to maintain order so that he can be free to use your time for more effective teaching, and less time housekeeping. We all can enjoy the benefits of an effective and conducive learning environment. Remember to use your safety glasses when entering the shop area. Always perform proper Lock-out / Tag-out.

 

Tools & Equipment:

Failure to bring needed equipment will result in a deduction in your lab and professionalism daily grades. All tools should be properly used and cared for, thus allowing for longevity and safety of both the user and the tool.

 

Stealing, vandalism, or pilferage will be dealt with severely!! No drugs, tobacco, drinks, or food allowed!

 

Amarillo College Technical Education
Code of Professional Conduct

Welcome to the Amarillo College Technical Education Division. We wish you the best in your educational pursuit. It is our responsibility to provide you the education, training, and "hands-on" practice to become a professional in your chosen field in a safe environment. The instruction, equipment, and facilities are provided for your use as outlined by your Administration, Program Coordinator and Faculty. Studying, practicing, and learning are required by you.
As a participating student in Amarillo College Technical Programs, you will be expected to act, perform and train in a professional manner. The following rules and guidelines are to be followed by everyone for your safety and to foster a learning environment.
Attendance:
Unless it is an emergency, we highly recommend you not miss class. Recovery of missed information will be the responsibility of you (the student). Class begins at the scheduled time. If you are not in your seat in class or at the designated location during laboratory exercises, you will be counted tardy. You will be required to show an acceptable understanding of the topic(s) covered during your absence. Check syllabus for your instructor’s policy regarding attendance.
Professional Attire:
Every student will be required to wear an approved AC logo shirt to both class and lab. Shirts must be ordered through your advisor during the registration process. It is recommended that you purchase one shirt for every class in which you are registered.
Pants will be:

  • clean and well maintained
  • no large rips or tears
  • held at the waist (i.e., no sagging)
  • blue jeans or long pants (no sweats/exercise pants)
  • have no hanging chains/loose strings (safety issue)

You are expected to reflect the dignity, pride and respect of an industry professional. As a representative of Amarillo College’s Technical Education Program you shall wear your AC logo shirt while in the classroom and on the training field or in the laboratory.
There will be no caps, hats, bandanas, beanies, or hoods worn in Amarillo College buildings. All are to be removed prior to entry into buildings. Religious or medicinal attire must be discussed with your instructor and/or Department Chair. Lab attire will be determined by your instructor. Please check your syllabus.
Your Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) shall be worn when indicated by the instructor in charge during any training, field, or laboratory exercises. It is your responsibility to keep your equipment clean and in good shape.
Required professional attire and PPE is mandatory for class and laboratory participation.
Tools / Equipment / Books / Supplies / PPE:

You must come to class with the required list of tools/equipment/books/supplies/PPE listed on your syllabus in order to participate and earn credit for the day.
Conduct:
Due to the importance of maintaining a safe atmosphere for the training, disruptive behavior will not be tolerated. All students are expected to be respectful, courteous, attentive and quiet in order to support the learning environment.
Amarillo College Campuses are Smoke Free as of August 1, 2016. Smoking is permitted off of College property.
You will refrain from the use of abusive or slanderous language. There will be no horseplay, fighting, harassment or misconduct by anyone. Any student who uses, has in their possession, or is under the influence of illegal drugs or alcohol on campus or at the training field will immediately be turned over to the campus police for appropriate action. There will be a ZERO tolerance policy and immediate steps taken toward withdrawal from Amarillo College.
Anyone who is caught cheating on an exam or quiz will immediately be excused from class and not allowed to return. This is an Amarillo College rule and will be strictly enforced. This applies to plagiarism as well.
Electronic Devices:
All electronic devices producing audible sounds must be silenced during class and on the laboratory/training field. All visual slides and materials are the property of the College and may be copyright protected, hence no photocopy is allowed.
See the syllabus for your instructor’s policy on this matter.
Grievances:
Any student who feels that there is a conflict with a course instructor should first make every effort to resolve the matter with the instructor. If you are unable to resolve differences, you should seek resolution from the immediate supervisor of the instructor, or course coordinator, or Dean of Technical Education.
NOTE: Compliance with the Amarillo College Technical Education Code of Professional Conduct is mandatory for class participation.

Grading Criteria

Course Evaluations:

Students should complete all performance tasks on time at REQUIRED MASTERY LEVEL. Tasks, projects, and various assignments will be scored based on time; accuracy; neatness; completeness; procedure; skill; detail; motivation and attitude; safety practices; clean up; care of manuals, logbooks, and references; and other grading criteria. No task shall be rated until assignment is complete. Complete shall include condition and cleanliness of equipment; cleanup of work areas; tool condition and return; all projects, supplies and materials being stored properly. Failure to bring books, notes, and equipment for a given class may result in a failing grade for that class period. Unless the instructor specifies otherwise, all homework is due at the beginning of the next class.

Objectives:

1.            Place electrical and mechanical tooling to a zero energy state (lock out / tag out).

2.            Maintain and work in a safe environment.

3.            Wear and maintain assigned professional attire.

4.            Wear and maintain proper PPE.

5.            Complete all projects on time according to instructions or schematics with zero defects.

6.            Troubleshoot, repair & run malfunctioning circuit.

7.            Write technical procedures.

8.            Work as a team member.

9.            Use test equipment to measure and troubleshoot circuits and components.

10.          Measure and interpret electrical values in circuits using various test equipment.

11.          Distinguish between short circuit and a ground fault.

12.          Measure earth ground using an earth ground meter.

13.          Explain the purposes of the grounded conductor (neutral) in the operation of over-current devices.

14.          Explain the necessity of over-current protection devices in electrical circuits.

15.          Define and describe the operation of a circuit breaker.

16.          Define and explain the operation of single-element and time delay fuses.

17.          Explain ohm’s law, power formula, conductance vs. resistance, capacitance, and inductance as applied to AC circuits.

18.          Demonstrate and explain Counter EMF in AC circuits.

19.          Interpret the effects of Skin Effect.

20.          Operate Oscilloscope to determine voltages Peak, Peak-Peak, phase shift, and Frequency/Period.

The student's numerical course grade will be calculated according to the following:

Attendance                                10%

Unit Quiz                                    30%

Labs                                           40%

Mid-Term and Final Exam          20% 

The use of phones, tablets, e-readers, or laptops or Windows calculator are not allowed on exams. No windows other than the exam window will be opened during exams. 

No cameras or camera phones allowed during lectures or labs.

I have a zero tolerance for academic dishonesty, each student must do their own work. Failure to do so will result in a failing grade for the course.

You are required to take the final exam to pass this course.

The student's numerical course grade will be converted to a course letter grade according to the following scale:

A = 90 to 100, B = 80 to 89, C = 70 to 79, D = 60 to 69, F = Below 60

Your instructor does not round up automatically, any rounding is dependent upon your professionalism grade and attendance (including arriving on time) and lab performance.

 INSTRUCTOR'S STATEMENT:  As your instructor, I am always willing to discuss your grades with you and explain how your grade was determined.  If a grading error has been made on my part, I am always willing to correct the error.

Attendance

Attendance:

Attendance in class is regarded as a requirement, and obligation for learning.

If you fail to attend regularly, and do not officially drop the course by that deadline, you will receive an “F” for the course.

Four absences will result in the student being advised to officially withdraw from the course by the instructor.

Attendance will be taken for lecture and labs, arriving late, leaving early or missing either will result in a deduction in your daily professionalism and lab grades. The attendance grade is included in the professionalism category.

Students absent during a chapter quiz or exam will be required to contact the instructor to schedule a makeup exam. To be eligible for a makeup exam, students must contact your instructor prior to the scheduled exam time and date. This exam will be scheduled at an alternate time outside of the regularly scheduled class time. The makeup quiz or exam may be in essay format at a time designated by the instructor. There will be no makeup for pop-quizzes or the syllabus quiz.

Late assignments will receive a grade no higher than 50%, no late work accepted after 3 days past due.

It is the responsibility of the student to gain any materials missed in class by their tardy/absence(s). In the case a student misses, the material will be found on AC Connect, textbook, or from your fellow students.

Hands-on labs cannot be duplicated and can not be made up, resulting in a zero for the lab.

Calendar

Electrical Testing & Maintenance

Schedule is Tentative, Subject to Change

All Assignments due prior to start of class the first class period of the following week.

Module

Topic

Assignment

Lab

Exams

1

Review: Basic Electrical Concepts

Unit 10 Measuring Instruments

Key Terms page 223

Review Questions page 269

Lab:Measurements Resistive Series Circuit

Unit 10 Quiz

2

Review

Unit 14 Magnetic Induction

Key Terms page 350

Review Questions page 370

Lab:Measurements Resistive Parallel Circuit

Unit 14 Quiz

3

Review

Unit 15 Basic Trigonometry and Vectors

Key Terms page 373

Review Questions page 388

Lab:Measurements Resistive Series Parallel Circuits

Unit 15 Quiz

4

 Review

Unit 16 Alternating Current

Key Terms page 391

Review Questions page 409

Lab:Measurements with Oscilloscopes

Unit 16 Quiz

5

Review

Unit 17 Inductance in AC Circuits

Key Terms page 413

Review Questions page 431

Lab:Measurements Inductive Series and Parallel Circuits

Unit 17 Quiz

6

Review

Unit 18 Resistive-Inductive Series Circuits

Key Terms page 434

Review Questions page 456

Lab:Measurements Resistive-Inductive Series Circuits

Unit 18 Quiz

7

Review

Unit 19 Resistive-Inductive Parallel Circuits

Key Terms page 460

Review Questions Page 476

Lab:Measurements Resistive-Inductive Parallel Circuits

Unit 19 Quiz

8

Mid-Term Exam

 

 

 

9

Review

Unit 20 Capacitors

Key Terms page 481

Review Questions page 507

Lab:Testing Capacitors

Unit 20 Quiz

10

Review

Unit 21 Capacitance in AC Circuits

Key Terms page 511

Review Questions page 528

Lab:Measure Capacitors in Series and Parallel

Unit 21 Quiz

11

Review

Unit 22 Resistive-Capacitive Series Circuits

Key Terms page 531

Review Questions page 546

Lab:Measurements Resistive-Capacitive Series Circuits

Unit 22 Quiz

12

Review

Unit 23 Resistive-Capacitive Parallel Circuits

Key Terms page 548

Review Questions page 560

Lab:Measurements Resistive-Capacitive Parallel Circuits

Unit 23 Quiz

13

Review

Unit 24 Resistive-Inductive-Capacitive Series Circuits

Key Terms page 565

Review Questions page 582

Lab :RCL Circuits Series

Unit 24 Quiz

14

Review

Unit 25 Resistive-Inductive-Capacitive Parallel Circuits

Key Terms page 585

Review Questions page 604

Lab :RCL Circuits Parallel

Unit 25 Quiz

15

Review

 

Lab: Clean-up and Store Equipment

 

16

Final Exam

 

 

 

Additional Information

Syllabus Created on:

10/26/21 6:00 PM

Last Edited on:

10/26/21 6:00 PM