Motor Theory

Learning objectives:

  • Describe the general characteristics of electric motors.
  • Describe the construction and operation of DC motors.
  • Identify the types of DC motors.
  • Describe how DC motors are controlled.
  • Describe the construction and operation of AC motors.
  • Identify the types of AC motors.
  • Describe how AC motors are controlled.
  • Identify the information on a motor nameplate.
  • Describe DC and AC motor maintenance activities.
  • Describe the InterNational Electrical Testing Association guidelines for testing motors.