ET 132 - POWR DISTRIBUTION

    Recent Professors
    G. Tacey
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027, Winter 2027, Fall 2026, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    16–21 students
    Difficulty
    4.6Moderateout of 10
    Credits
    3
    Spring 2027 Sections
    View Spring 2027 sections of ET 132
    Transfers To
    Not transferable
    Description
    The principles of electromagnetic induction are discussed and applied to the operation of DC generators, single phase AC generation, three phase alternators, and alternative power sources. Wye and delta connections will be explained and students will solve equations to determine voltage, current, and power in branch circuits. Students will distinguish various properties of conductors including type, physical size, ampacity, resistance, reactance, insulation, and temperature rating. Load requirements for branch circuits will be analyzed and appropriate wire type and size will be selected for the application. Other topics discussed include power factor correction, conductor derating, conductor identification, wire color codes, termination requirements, and conduit fill requirements. Credit may be earned in either ET 132 or SKET 132 but not both.
    Usually Held
    Mon 4:00pm–6:55pm, Mon Wed 11:00am–1:55pm, Tue Thu 5:00pm–7:55pm