2023-2024 SCC Catalog Archived
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DHM 173 - Electrical Systems I
Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 3 Credits: 3
Description: This course is a study of basic electrical theory as applied to truck and heavy equipment batteries, starters, and alternators.
Corequisite(s): Take DHM 159 or CWE 113
Course Topics:
- Electrical Circuits and Ohm’s Law
- Circuit Construction
- Circuit Testers
- Wiring and Wire Repair
- Batteries
- Charging Systems
- Starting Systems
Textbooks:
Textbook information can be found on the Book Inn website
Grading System:
An overall grade of C or higher is required for transferability.
A = 90 - 100
B = 80 - 89
C = 70 - 79
D = 60 - 69
F = 0 - 59
Student Learning Outcomes:
- Explain the basic principles of electrical systems.
- Construct basic electrical circuits.
- Use electrical measuring devices.
- Test the operation of the components used in an electrical system.
- Show the ability to use service literature to assist in testing and diagnosis.
- Distinguish between the principles and uses of Alternating Current and Direct Current.
- Correlate the relationship between Ohm’s Law and actual electrical circuit measurements.
For SCC Online Courses:
If the course you are taking is online, please review the SCC Online Course Policies that include:
- Identity Verification
- Required materials for all online courses
- Mandatory Attendance Requirement
- Orientation and Support
- Proctored Exams
Standard SCC Course Policies:
Please review the Standard Course Policies on the following topics:
- Academic Integrity
- Add/Drop period
- Attendance
- Classroom Conduct
- Equal Access
- IT Access
- Online Behavior
- Online Confidentiality
- Services For Students with Disabilities
- Student Concerns
- Student Help Services
- Withdrawals
Official Course Syllabus
2023-2024
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