Standard

 

ELT 116 - Transformers

Course Description

Provides instruction in the theory and operation of specific types of transformers. Emphasis will be placed on National Electrical Code requirements related to the use of transformers. Topics include: transformer theory, types of transformers, National Electrical Code requirements, and safety precautions.

 

Competency Areas

Hours

 

Transformer Theory

Class

4

Types of Transformers

D. Lab

0

National Electrical Code Requirements 

P. Lab/O.B.I.

2

Safety Precautions

Credit

4

 

 

 

Prerequisite:

ELT 109

Corequisite:

 

 

Course Guide

 

Competency

After completing this section, the student will:

Hours

Class

D.Lab

P.Lab/

O.B.I.

TRANSFORMER THEORY

10

0

5

Components

Identify basic transformer components.

 

 

 

Single-phase

Calculate primary and secondary voltages.

 

 

 

 

Calculate primary and secondary currents.

 

 

 

 

Recognize a single-phase three-wire system.

 

 

 

Three-phase

Connect Wye or Delta connections on primary or secondary currents.

 

 

 

Impedance

Calculate impedance in transformers.

Calculate transformer efficiency.

 

 

 

TYPES OF TRANSFORMERS

10

0

5

Identification

Identify three-phase transformer connects.

 

 

 

 

Recognize specialty transformers.

 

 

 

 

Identify application for auto-transformers, dual-voltage transformers, and buck-boost transformers.

 

 

 

NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE REQUIREMENTS

10

0

5

NEC requirements

Interpret grounding requirements for transformers.

 

 

 

 

Calculate interrupting ratings for overcurrent devices on primaries and secondaries.

 

 

 

 

Guard transformers according to the provisions of the NEC.

 

 

 

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

10

0

5

Hazards

Identify hazards that the guarding procedures of the NEC require.

 

 

 

Procedures

Develop safe installation and replacement procedures.

 

 

 

 

Suggested Resources

 

Books

 

Adams, J., & Rockmaker, G. (1985). Industrial electricity: Principles and practices (3rd ed.). New York: McGraw-Hill.

Alerich, W. N. (1992). Electric control. Albany, NY: Delmar.

Fuchs, D. J., & Gerstang, S. (Year). Electrical motor controls. Indianapolis: Howard W. Sams.

Larson, B. (1983). Power control electronics. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice Hall.

McIntyre, R. L. (1971). Electric motor control fundamentals. New York: McGraw-Hill.

Miller, R. (1982). Industrial electricity. Peoria, IL: Bennett.

Mullin, R. C. (1981). Electrical wiring (industrial). Albany, NY: Delmar.

Nadon, J., et al. (1984). Industrial electricity. Albany, NY: Delmar.

Patrick, D. R., & Fardo, S. (1978). Experimenting with industrial electrical systems. Indianapolis: Howard W. Sams.

Patrick, D. R., & Fardo, S. (1985). Rotating electrical machines and power systems. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice Hall.

Rosenberge, S. (1970). Electric motor repair. New York: Holt, Rinehart & Winston.

Smith, R. L. (1984). Electrical wiring--industrial. Albany, NY: Delmar.