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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:
Green Bay
Date:
-
Delivery:
In-Person
Term:
2025 Spring
Session:
8W1
Estimated Cost:
$335.20 *

Class Notes

  • IMPORTANT: Each class consists of lecture delivered in person plus additional time in the Tech Hall lab, Room ET129 or the Mech Hall lab, Room ET120 during the posted open lab times. Plan approximately 30 hours to complete both portions of this class.
  • This course requires purchase of a parts kit in ET129.
  • 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.

Meetings Times

Dates Day(s) / Time Location
1/27/2025 - 3/17/2025 Monday
1:30 PM - 3:20 PM
Green Bay Campus Room ET217
1/27/2025 - 3/17/2025 Green Bay Campus Room ET129
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Green Bay Campus Room ET129

* Cost displayed is based on in-state residency. Back to cost