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DC 2: Circuits

Class Number: ELECFOUN 10660105-1 - DC 2: Circuits
Offering Status: Open
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:
ELECFOUN 10660105-1 - DC 2: Circuits
Location:
Green Bay
Date:
-
Delivery:
Hybrid
Term:
2025 Fall Session 1

Class Notes

1. This class is taught through a combination of in-person lab work and online learning materials. Students will complete the hands-on lab activities in the ET129 lab space during the posted open lab times. The remaining learning materials can be accessed anywhere using internet. Plan on spending approximately 30 hours to complete this course. Before beginning lab work in this class, please review the online course materials and talk to an instructor in ET129. For questions on coursework, please reach out to the instructor of the class through Canvas.

2. This course requires purchase of a parts kit in ET129.

3. 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.

4. 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.

Meetings Times

Dates Day(s) / Time Location
8/18/2025 - 10/13/2025 Self Paced
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Green Bay Campus Room ET129
8/18/2025 - 10/13/2025 Online
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

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