Year
Year 1
Semester
Second Semester
Credit
3
Program Description
Introduction to motor starters, contactors, relays, and control circuits for industrial machinery.
About this course
This course covers the fundamentals of industrial motor control systems. You will learn how to identify, wire, and troubleshoot motor starters, contactors, relays, and control circuits used in industrial machinery. The focus is on practical application, safety, and schematic reading.
Who takes this course
Credits: 3 · Hours: 45
Prerequisites
- ELTR 1120 Electrical Safety Standards
- ELTR 1110 Introduction to Circuit Analysis
Learning outcomes
- Identify the function and wiring of motor starters and contactors.
- Read and interpret standard industrial control circuit schematics.
- Wire control circuits using relays, timers, and limit switches.
- Troubleshoot common faults in motor control systems using test equipment.
- Apply safety protocols when working with live industrial control panels.
Evaluation
| Component | Weight (%) |
| Mid-term practical exam | 30 |
| Final project: wiring a motor control panel | 40 |
| Weekly lab reports and quizzes | 30 |