ECMN 190 Electric Power Systems

This course provides an overview of the electric power system, including generation, transmission, distribution and delivery of electric power. Topics include: methods of generating electricity such as hydro, thermal coal, thermal nuclear, solar and gas turbine; transmission system voltages and construction; wye and delta distribution systems; transformers, single phase and three phase banks for common delivery voltages; electric service construction and building wiring methods and electric safety.
Lab fee will be required
Offered: Fall, Spring
Credits: 3
Contact Hours:
Lecture: 2
Lab: 2