MNE204
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MNE204 - Introduction to Electric Circuits and Mine Power Systems
Course ID
040655
Course Description
An introduction to electric circuits in preparation for the FE exam, and the application of electric power systems to mining.
The course reviews physical principles applicable to electrical circuits, basic circuit laws and their application to simple DC and AC circuits, including ideal transformers. Three phase circuits and their analysis in simple cases and the electrical characteristics of typical AC and DC motors are studied. This material is then extended to typical mining operations. Particular attention is focused on the relationship between production rates and power usage and associated costs; electrical safety; and common power system terminology with which mining engineers should be conversant.
The course reviews physical principles applicable to electrical circuits, basic circuit laws and their application to simple DC and AC circuits, including ideal transformers. Three phase circuits and their analysis in simple cases and the electrical characteristics of typical AC and DC motors are studied. This material is then extended to typical mining operations. Particular attention is focused on the relationship between production rates and power usage and associated costs; electrical safety; and common power system terminology with which mining engineers should be conversant.
Min Units
1
Max Units
3
Repeatable for Credit
Yes
Total Completions Allowed
1
Total Units Allowed
3
Grading Basis
GRD - Regular Grades A, B, C, D, E
Career
Undergraduate
Course Requisites
PHYS 141 or PHYS 161H.
May be convened with
Component
Lecture
Optional Component
No