MFG* 145 Electronic Variable-Speed Drive Systems

Credits: 3

The flow of product in the manufacturing process can be as simple as an on/off motor control switch or as complex as a variable speed drive that incorporates a feedback system. Most large and small companies utilize the more technologically advanced systems, hence they incorporate one or more variable-speed drive(s) in their production process.

Electronic Variable-Speed Drive Systems will introduce the student to alternating current (AC) and direct current (DC) drive fundamentals, switching amplifier field current controllers, silicon-controlled rectifier (SCR) armature voltage controllers, brushless DC motor controllers, chopper circuits, voltage inverters, and flux vector drives.
Prerequisite: Completion of MAT 085 or higher with a C or better, or Accuplacer Arithmetic score of 230 or better.