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DC 2: Circuits

Class Number: 10660105_2252_21780_01
Offering Status:
Academic Level: Post_Secondary
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Course Description

10-660-105 DC 2: CIRCUITS ...analysis of parallel and series-parallel circuits. Application of Kirchoff's Current Law to parallel circuit combinations. Introduction of current sources and source conversions. (Corequisites: 10-804-118, Interim Algebra w Apps OR 10-804-113, College Tech Math 1A OR 10-804-197, College Algebra & Trigonometry w Apps AND 10-660-116, Introduction to AC/DC)

Course Typically Offered

  • Fall
  • Spring

Most NWTC classes are offered in 8-week sessions. Learn more about how our class schedule can help you succeed.

Credit for Prior Learning

What will I learn?

  1. Analyze series resistance circuit characteristics
  2. Analyze parallel circuit characteristics
  3. Assess current division in parallel circuits
  4. Analyze combination series-parallel circuit characteristics
  5. Determine the maximum power transfer of a power source

Class Details

Class Number:
10660105_2252_21780_01
Location:
1301
Date:
-
Delivery:
Hybrid
Term:
2025 Spring
Session:
8W1
Estimated Cost:
$304.85 *

Class Notes

  • This class consists of both lecture and hands-on lab activities. You can watch the lectures on video through the NWTC Canvas learning management system. You will complete the hands-on lab activities in either ET129 or ET120 lab space during the posted open lab times. Plan on spending approximately 30 hours to complete this course. Before beginning lab work in this class, please talk to an instructor in ET129 or ET120. For questions on coursework, please reach out to the instructor of the class through Canvas.
  • IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Tech Hall Lab, Room ET129, is open Mon-Thurs 8am-8pm; Fridays 8am-3pm; Saturdays 8am-1pm. The Lab will observe all College closure holidays and breaks.
  • The required digital course materials will be accessible via BlackBoard on or just prior to the first day of class. The fee for the materials is included as part of the ‘Digital Material Access Fee’ on your tuition statement. The optional purchase of a print version of the textbook is available through the NWTC Bookstore.
  • The required digital course materials will be accessible via Canvas on or just prior to the first day of class. The fee for the materials is included as part of the ‘Digital Material Access Fee’ on your tuition statement. The optional purchase of a print version of the textbook is available through the NWTC Bookstore.

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