HMTD 1220: Batteries and Electricity Fundamentals
Department
Technical Training Access
School
Trades, Technology and Design
Description
This course introduces students to electrical terminology, concepts, circuit calculations and magnetic theory to be able to test, service and repair electrical systems associated with heavy mechanical trades.
Year of study
1st Year Post-secondary
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Describe electrical terminology, concepts, basic theory, circuit calculations and magnetic theory.
- Define electrical components, wiring diagrams, and symbols.
- Demonstrate safe and effective protocols while performing electrical tasks and repairs in a heavy mechanical shop to ensure the safety of themselves, their team members, and other stakeholders.
- Describe and demonstrate basic diagnostics using electrical test instruments.
- Describe different batteries used in heavy trucks and equipment. Service and test batteries.
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
None
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 10
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 90
Total Hours: 100
Instructional Strategies
Instructional strategies include classroom lectures, on-line self study, demonstrations, group discussions, computer lab and hands-on practical work.
Grading System
Percentages
Evaluation Plan
Type
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Percentage
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Assessment activity
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Assignments
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18
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Assignments and summative evaluation
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Quizzes/Tests
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40
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End of topic quizzes
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Lab Work
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42
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Practical assignments (e.g., preparation, task completion, cleanup, writing service reports, workplace behaviour, teamwork, workplace safety)
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Course topics
- Electrical terminology, concepts, basic theory, circuit calculations and magnetic theory
- Components, Wiring Diagrams, and Symbols.
- Batteries, theory, testing and service.
- Safe electrical servicing and repair protocols
- Electrical Test Instruments
Notes:
- Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
- Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/.
- To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.