Standard

Posted: 03/04/08

State Standard

Institutionally Developed

College: n/a

MEN 104 - Marine Engine Electrical and Electronic Systems

Course Description

Introduces electromagnetic and electrical theory and their application to marine engine electrical and electronic systems. Topics include: electromagnetic theory, electrical theory, test equipment, and Ohm's law.

Competency Areas	Hours
Electromagnetic Theory	Class	4
Electrical/Electronic Theory	D. Lab	0
Test Equipment	P. Lab/O.B.I.	6
Ohm's Law	Credit	6

Prerequisite:	MEN 100
Corequisite:	MEN 100

Course Guide

Competency	After completing this section, the student will:	Hours
		Class	D.Lab	P.Lab/ O.B.I.

ELECTROMAGNETIC THEORY		5	0	0
Magnetism	Explain the basic principles of magnetism.
ELECTRICAL / ELECTRONIC THEORY		10	0	20
Electrical/Electronic theory	Explain basic electrical/Electronic theory.
DC and AC circuits	Explain DC and AC circuits and describe their differences.
Components	Locate and identify electrical circuit components.
TEST EQUIPMENT		20	0	30
Meters	Identify types of analog and digital meters used in marine electrical servicing.
Operation	Set up and use analog and digital voltmeters, ammeters, and ohmmeters.
Application	Diagnose circuit problems using appropriate test equipment.
	Measure and record circuit readings using a VOA meter.
OHM'S LAW		5	0	10
Introduction to Ohm's law	Define Ohm's law and the relationship among voltage, amperage, and resistance.
Series and parallel circuits	Describe a series and a parallel circuit.
Analysis	Analyze circuit problems using Ohm's law.

Suggested Resources

Books

Deere & Co. (1991). Electrical Systems. Moline, IL: Author.

Mercury Marine. (1993). Mercury Marine Service and Parts Manuals. Found du Lac, WI: Author.

Outboard Marine Corporation. (1993). OMC Service and Parts Manuals. Waukegan, IL: Author.

Santini, A. (1992). Automotive Electricity & Electronics. Albany, NY: Delmar.

Stagner, E. (1985). Understanding the Outboard Motor. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice Hall.