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EIC 227 Mechanical Drives
1.5 Credits
This course covers the basics of mechanical
drives including chain drives, belt drives,
bushings, couplings, gear drives, bearings,
and lubrication. Topics include power transmission
physics, shafts, keyways and keyseats,
prime movers, gearing, chain drives,
belt drives bushings couplings, bearings,
lubrication, clutches, brakes and torque limiters,
mechanical variable speed drives.
EIC 229 AC and DC Variable Speed
Drive Technology
1.5 Credits
This course teaches you about Variable speed
drive technology. This offers a cost effective
method to match driver speed to load
demands. Drive technology presents an
opportunity to reduce operating costs and
improve overall productivity. In this course
you will learn the ins and outs of variable
speed drive technology, including: Operation,
Set-up, Troubleshooting, Maintenance, roper
selection and application for drives and basic
drive overview and comparison.
EIC 231 Electro-Pneumatics
Training
1.5 Credits
This powerful interactive training program
will introduce you to the real world of pneumatic
and electro-pneumatic control and
power transmission. You will learn the full
scope of compressed air production, preparation,
and distribution. Through “Hand-On”
learning, you will learn to apply simple gas
laws, reading of symbols and understanding
of component technologies.
EIC 233 AC/DC Machines:
Theory and Applications
1.5 Credits
This course is presented using the lates technological
equipment. Instruction techniques
include demonstrations with participant interaction,
as well as “Hands’-On” lab exercises.
All phases of this course are taught in simple
and easy-to-understand terms. The content
progresses logically from basic operational
theory to the actual operation of various types
of AC and DC motors.
EIC 234 High Voltage Electrical
Safety
1 Credit
This course teaches your responsibilities
according to OSHA 29 CFR 1910.269. All
qualified employees performing operations or
maintenance work or who have access to
power generation, transmission and distribution
installations must be trained according to
OSHA standards. The standard covers the following
types of work operations:Inspection,
Switching-Connection and Disconnections,
Maintenance of Lines, Equipment Testing,
Fault Locating, and Streetlight Relamping.
EIC 235 Transformers and Power
Distribution
4 Credits
Prerequisite:EIC 155 or permission of
instructor
This course studies the theory of operating
power and instrument transformers; modem
methods of delivering electrical energy from
point of generation to point of use. Single and
polyphase, circuit connections, voltage regulation
and short circuit calculations are verified
in the laboratory. This course stresses
safety, National Electrical Code requirements;
installation and maintenance considerations.
EIC 240 Fire Alarm Fundamentals
4 Credits
This course covers terminology, symbols, diagrams,
devices, circuits and wiring, and basic
layouts and principles involved in fire alarm
system design and construction.
EIC 241 Advanced Fire Alarm
Systems
4 Credits
Prerequisite: EIC 240
This course covers design, installation, documentation,
testing and codes. Advanced layout
and principles involved in fire alarm system
design and construction are covered.
Students testing for NICET II certification
can benefit from this class.
EIC 242 National Fire Alarm Code
4 Credits
Prerequisite: EIC 240
The National Fire Alarm Code and local code
requirements for fire alarm system installation
are taught in this course.
EIC 250 Fiber Optics Training
1.5 Credits
This course on the introduction and theory of
fiber optics includes standards, installation,
connectorization, mechanical/fusion splicing,
and testing through advanced procedures in
troubleshooting, repair, and certification.
Many variations of equipment and materials
make this a certification course for levels 1, 2,
and 3 that is not dependent on a specific vendor.
Building real world fiber networks with
extensive hands on certification and written
exams prepare students for the versatility of
actual work environments.
EIC 251 Fiber Optics Training
Advanced
4 Credits
This course on the introduction and theory of
fiber optics includes standards, installation,
connectorization, mechanical/fusion splicing,
and testing through advanced procedures in
troubleshooting, repair, and certification.
Many variations of equipment and materials
make this a certification that is not dependent
on a specific vendor. Many variations of
equipment and materials make this a certification
course for levels 1, 2, and 3 that is not
dependent on a specific vendor. Building real
world fiber networks with extensive hands on
certification and written exams perpare students
for the versatility of actual work environments.
EIC 254 Telephony
1.5 Credits
This course is designed for individuals new to
the telecommunications industry or in positions
requiring a basic knowledge of voice
and data communications systems, networks
and terminology; or those who need to understand
current networking alternatives and the
impact on business decisions and opportunities.
EIC 279 Comprehensive Structured
Cabling
3 Credits
Special course fees
This course combines the Fiber Optics
Certification and Structured Cabling
Certification classes into a comprehensive
study of cabling systems in one course.
EIC 280 Fiber Optics Certification
2 Credits
Special course fees
This course on the introduction and theory of
fiber optics includes standards, installation,
connectorization, mechanical/fusion splicing
and testing through advanced procedures in
troubleshooting, repair and certification.
Many variations of equipment and materials
make this a certification course for levels 1,2
and 3 that is not dependent on a specific vendor.
Building real-world fiber networks with
extensive hands-on certification and written
exams prepare students for the versatility of
actual work environments.
EIC 281 Electrical Issues for
Telecommunications
0.5 Credit
Special course fees
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