MEC-230 Electric Motor Fundamentals

Learn the fundamentals of AC and DC motor types commonly found in industry along with their related control technologies. Explore specifications, operation, starting, braking, overload protection, basic troubleshooting, and variable frequency drives. Demonstrate comprehension through hands-on labs while exercising proper industry safety procedures. Lab fee $30. Prerequisite: EET 130 or permission of engineering department chair.

Term: Spring 2026

Course Type: Credit - 3 Credits

Section: 001

Ways to take the class: Face-to-face

Days: MW

Time: 1:00PM to 3:50PM

Start Date: 01/26/2026

End Date: 03/15/2026

Location: Arnold Campus

Room: CALT 350 Building:
Center for Applied Learning and Technology

Instructor: TBA (Subject to change)

Class Size: 16