Maricopa Community Colleges  AMT126   19966-99999 

Official Course Description: MCCCD Approval: 03/28/95

AMT126  19966-20095

L+L

9 Credit(s)

12 Period(s)

Fundamentals of Mathematics and Electricity

Mathematical computation of fundamental electrical circuit parameters. Basic definitions, laws, and concepts. Schematic, wiring, and parts placement diagrams. Test and troubleshoot electrical and electronic components and circuits.

Prerequisites: ENG071, RDG091, (MAT091 or MAT092), and permission of the Department or Division.

 

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MCCCD Official Course Competencies:

 

 

AMT126  19966-20095

Fundamentals of Mathematics and Electricity

 

1.

Extract roots and raise numbers to a given power. (I)

2.

Determine areas and volumes of various geometrical shapes. (I)

3.

Solve ratio, proportion, and percentage problems. (I)

4.

Perform algebraic operations involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of positive and negative numbers. (I)

5.

Determine the relationship of voltage, current, and resistance in electrical circuits. (II)

6.

Calculate and measure electrical powers. (II)

7.

Read and interpret aircraft electrical diagrams including solid state devices and logic functions. (III)

8.

Measure voltage, current, resistance, and continuity. (IV)

9.

Calculate and measure capacitance and inductance. (V)

10.

Inspect and service batteries. (VI)

 

 

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AMT126  19966-20095

Fundamentals of Mathematics and Electricity

 

 

I. Basic Mathematics

A. Whole numbers

B. Positive and negative numbers

C. Decimals

D. Fraction and decimal conversion

E. Ratio and proportion

F. Power and roots

G. Computing area measurements

H. Volume of objects

I. Signed numbers

J. Trigonometric functions

K. Charts and graphs

L. Metric system

II. Direct Current Circuit Relationships

A. Electron theory

B. Current

C. Voltage

D. Resistance

E. Ohm's Law

F. Power formula

G. Power in circuits

III. Electrical Diagrams

A. Schematic symbols

B. Schematic diagrams

C. Parts placement diagrams

D. Diagram data interpretation

1. Solid state devices

2. Logic functions

IV. Electrical Measurements

A. Volt, ohm, millimeter (VOM)

1. Meter ratings and terms

2. Meter use

a. Voltage

b. Current

c. Resistance

B. Measure

1. Voltage

2. Current

3. Resistance

4. Continuity

V. Alternating Current Devices and Circuits

A. Reactance

B. Capacitance

1. Terminology

2. Measurements

3. Calculations

C. Inductance

D. Semiconductor materials

E. Diode construction, types, and ratings

F. Transistor structure

G. Circuit arrangement

VI. Aircraft Batteries

A. Lead-acid

B. Nickel-cadmium

C. Inspection

D. Testing

E. Servicing

 

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