Training Archives - Ohio TEC

Transformers – 16 Hours

designadmin — Mon, 11 Nov 2019 15:34:46 +0000

This course provides a comprehensive overview of transformer operation, maintenance, installation, and troubleshooting. This begins with a thorough discussion of magnets, magnetism, and electromagnetism and explains how these apply to transformer operation.

Included is the latest information on how transformers are used to reduce the harmful effects of harmonics and how reactors and isolation transformers are used to improve the power quality available to electronic equipment.

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2023 National Electrical Code – 32 Hours

designadmin — Mon, 11 Nov 2019 15:31:28 +0000

This four day course is designed to advance your ability to locate, interpret, and apply requirements in the ever-evolving NEC. You will gain the knowledge that will help you comply with requirements and have confidence in your ability to recognize potential problems. Help ensure safe and compliant electrical installation and design and avoid rework and violations with the ability to analyze the electrical needs for a given scenario and correctly apply the requirements in the NEC.

Course objectives include:
Navigate the NEC to find applicable requirements for an electrical installation.
Examine the requirements of the NEC as they relate to the safety of an electrical installation.
Determine the calculated load as well as applicable feeder and service demand factors.
Determine the dimensions of required access and working spaces about equipment.
Determine general requirements for sizing and installing service, feeder, branch circuit conductors, and overcurrent protection.
Select and size key elements of the building grounding and bonding system.
Determine the minimum raceway size for a given set of conductors.

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Programmable Logic Controllers Maintenance & Troubleshooting – 40 Hours

designadmin — Thu, 07 Nov 2019 00:37:27 +0000

This course is designed to provide the participant with a basic understanding of programmable logic controllers (PLC), as well as maintenance and troubleshooting techniques necessary to keep equipment online.
It is recommended that participants have a good understanding of relay logic and electric control circuitry print reading. The attendee should have attended our Basic Electrical/Electronics and our Electrical Control Circuitry courses prior to attending.

Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this course, the participant should be able to:
Understand how peripheral devices are connected to the PLC
Interpret field wiring connections to input/output (IO) Modules
Interpret PLC ladder logic and scan cycle
Use software instructions for programming techniques
Correctly and safely use Force commands
Modify existing logic including timers, counters, etc.
Perform actual wiring of peripheral IO devices to their related modules
Establish communications with PLC using RSLinx
Troubleshoot software and hardware

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NFPA 70E Electrical Safety in the Workplace – 16 Hours

supportadmin — Mon, 04 Nov 2019 19:05:19 +0000

This standard addresses electrical safety-related work practices, safety-related maintenance requirements, and other administrative controls for employee workplaces that are necessary for the practical safeguarding of employees relative to the hazards associated with electrical energy during activities such as the installation, inspection, operation, maintenance, and demolition of electrical conductors, electric equipment, signaling and communication conductors and equipment, and raceways. This standard also includes safe work practices for employees performing other work activities that can expose them to electrical hazards.

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Electrical Motor Controls & Circuitry – 40 Hours

supportadmin — Mon, 04 Nov 2019 19:04:05 +0000

This hands-on course is intended for new or experienced electricians and technicians that install, maintain, repair, or troubleshoot control circuitry. Students will learn effective troubleshooting techniques enabling them to: ensure the correct operation of the control scheme, reduce repair times and identify problems in control circuits from the manufacturer. Class participants will learn to design basic ladder diagrams for motor control circuits. They will then apply that knowledge by wiring and troubleshooting control circuitry on the simulators.

Upon successful completion of the class the student will be able to:
Identify symbols associated with various control devices.
Know how to properly apply wire numbering.
Properly use a multimeter to troubleshoot circuitry.
Understand circuit logic and interpret ladder logic.
Effectively modify existing circuitry.

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Basic Electricity/Electronics – 32 Hours

supportadmin — Mon, 04 Nov 2019 19:01:41 +0000

Basic Electricity/Electronics training course is a general introduction to industrial electrical systems. The course teaches a basic understanding of how electrical equipment and systems operate in industrial, commercial and institutional facilities. Students will be presented with practical, real-world examples that illustrate how power is distributed and used in plants and facilities.
The course will also deal with “Working with Industrial Electricity” – discussions and activities focus on real-world, everyday electrical tasks performed on the job.
This Basic Electricity/Electronics training course is designed to meet the training needs of those new to the electrical maintenance field of the daily troubleshooting of industrial electrical equipment. It is appropriate for electrical maintenance personnel in need of a review of electrical basics and an introduction to more complicated industrial electrical systems, integration, and electrical test equipment. The course is also ideal for mechanical maintenance personnel that has responsibility for plant electrical maintenance activities. This Basic Electricity/Electronics training course can be customized to specific components, test equipment, and documentation.
Upon completion of this course, the participant should be able to:
Explain the basic concepts of AC and DC electrical current flow.
Calculate voltage, wattage, resistance, current and power factor values.
Select appropriate test equipment for taking voltage measurements.
Interpret multi-meter readings.
Identify the circuit effects of resistors, inductors, and capacitors.
Basic electronic components

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AC/DC Motors – 32 Hours

supportadmin — Mon, 04 Nov 2019 18:57:10 +0000

This course provides a comprehensive overview of electrical theory and fundamental motor operating principles as they relate to installation and troubleshooting procedures. The class includes the latest information on motor operating principles, starting, braking, and the mechanical aspects of installing and operating motors. This course is designed to help the learner understand both fundamental and advanced concepts.

Many different types of specialized motors are explained. Installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting are discussed in detail. Motors also present correct safety procedures in compliance with the National Electrical Code and NFPA 70E.

Magnetism and Induction
Motor Construction and Nameplates
Three-Phase Motors
Squirrel-Cage Motors
Wound-Rotor Motors
Synchronous Motors
Single-Phase Motors
Motor Protection
DC Motors
Starting
Braking
Multispeed Motors
Bearings
Drive Systems and Clutches
Troubleshooting Motors

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