ELTR 2414 Industrial Motor Control Syllabus 810 Fall 2026

Credit Hours 4.00 Lecture Hours 3 Clinical/Lab Hours 3
Type of Credit
CIP Code
47.0105
Course Description

The purpose and function of AC and DC motor controls is covered in this course. By using motor control symbols and line diagrams, students will install and troubleshoot various industrial control circuits found in a modern industrial setting. Students will be required to earn third-party certification for Arc Flash Safety. Basic tools must be supplied by the students.

Prerequisites
General Education Outcomes

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  1. Critical Thinking

Faculty Contact Information

Faculty Name
James Quigley
Faculty Email

Course Information

Course Outcomes

At the end of this course, students will be able to:

  1. Be knowledgeable of the dangers associated with electrical power and apply safe work practices.
  2. Apply timers in motor control diagrams.
  3. Define the motors reduced-voltage starting.
  4. Determine different methods of reversing motors.
  5. Describe accelerating and decelerating methods used in motor control.
  6. Understand the operation and application of motor control electronics.
  7. Understand basic electrical symbols and abbreviations and be able to interpret electrical diagrams.
  8. Define elements of power distribution systems.
  9. Define basic logic functions and their implementation in control circuits.
  10. Use various control devices in motor control applications.
  11. Apply various sensing devices for motor control.
  12. Describe solenoids and their applications.
  13. Understand the difference between contactors and motor starters.
  14. Describe control relays applications.
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Business, Technology & Human Services

Dean, Paul Carlson; 815-802-8858; V105; pcarlson@kcc.edu; Division Office – W102; 815-802-8650

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