IRAA210 — Motor Controls/Drive Systems
This course introduces the principles, components, and applications of industrial motor control and drive systems used in modern automation and robotics. Students will learn how to identify, wire, and troubleshoot single-phase and three-phase motors, design and analyze control circuits, and configure electronic drives for variable speed and position control. Emphasis is placed on motor protection, control logic, and integration with PLCs and automation equipment. Topics include across-the-line starting, reversing, interlocking, overload protection, Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), and servo and stepper systems. Hands-on labs reinforce safe work practices, lockout/tagout, wiring skills, and systematic troubleshooting methods.
Prerequisites: IRAA-100, IRAA-205