MEC 130 - Motor Controls

Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 3 Credits: 4

Description: This course is an introduction to the principles and applications of motor control circuits. A study of the various control devices and wiring used in industrial processes is also covered.

Course Topics:

Safety
Power Sources
Control Circuits
Load Calculation
Motors Control Devices

Textbooks:
Textbook information can be found on the Chaser’s Bark Shop website

Required Materials:

Safety glasses
Closed toed/heel shoes
CAMIT Toolkit

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:

Demonstrate proper industrial safety practices.
Demonstrate proper use of test equipment.
Identify logic symbols used in ladder logic.
Design ladder diagrams.
Design, build, and test Motor Starter, Relay Logic, and Timer Circuits.

For SCC Online Courses:
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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
2025-2026