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Introduction to AC/DC

Class Number: 10660116_2252_21686_01
Offering Status:
Academic Level: Post_Secondary
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Course Description

10-660-116 INTRODUCTION TO AC/DC ...introduces the concepts of AC and DC power and basic circuits. Using a multimeter, students learn about voltage, current, and resistance in both AC and DC circuits.

Course Typically Offered

  • Summer
  • Fall
  • Spring

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

What will I learn?

  1. Investigate Electrical Properties
  2. Demonstrate use of Digital Multimeter (DMM) & Oscilloscope
  3. Construct Electrical Circuits Using Schematic Drawings
  4. Identify Electrical and Physical Characteristics of Transformers
  5. Analyze Electrical Properties of Transducers
  6. Analyze Electrical Properties of Parallel and Series Circuits
  7. Analyze Electrical Properties of Reactance

Class Details

Class Number:
10660116_2252_21686_01
Location:
1301
Date:
-
Delivery:
In-Person
Term:
2025 Spring
Session:
8W1
Estimated Cost:
$347.10 *

Class Notes

  • This course requires purchase of a parts kit in ET129.
  • IMPORTANT: This class consists of both lecture and hands-on lab activities. You can watch the lectures on video through NWTC Canvas. You will complete the hands-on lab activities in the ET129 or ET120 lab during the posted open lab times. ET129 and ET120 are open limited hours during the summer. Please connect with your instructor for lab hours. Plan on spending approximately 30 hours to complete this course. The campus lab will observe all college closure dates.

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