NC 172 - Electronic Control Systems

    Recent Professors
    James V. Rooney
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    30 students
    Credits
    0
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    Not transferable
    Description
    NC 172 is a self-paced introduction to electronic power and control systems. The topics and skills in this course include: adhering to electronic and control systems safety rules; connecting and testing a DC power supply; installing and testing a solid-state relay, analog electronic sensors, and basic PLC components; installing and operating an AC variable frequency drive; transferring programs to a programmable controller using a PC; creating a basic PLC ladder-style program; and troubleshooting PLC and controlled components.