CE3003 – AC Fundamentals
Module code
CE3003
Module title
AC Fundamentals
Prescription
Students will apply fundamental theory and principles of magnetism and electromagnetism to AC theory. Students will safely use the tools and equipment used in an electrical workplace.
Programmes
- NZ4316
NZQA Level
Level 3
NZQA Credits
15
Delivery method
- Web-Enhanced
Learning hours
- Total learning hours
- 150
Resources required
- Learning Outcomes
- 1. Explain the principles of magnetism and electromagnestism
2. Explain the principles of AC generation
3. Complete the safe isolation of AC circuits
4. Select, maintain and safely use tools and associated equipment. - Content
- Topics include but are not limited to:
- Hand and power tools used in the electrical industry
- Electrical test equipment
- Testing for isolation and electrical safety in accordance with current legislation
- Magnetism and electromagnetism principles
- Electromagnetically operated equipment
- Differences between DC and AC
- AC generation principles, terms and units
- Calculations involving AC - Assessment Criteria
- Theory and practical assessments are selected from range of methods described in the programme document. Assessment methods may vary from provider to provider to accommodate regional requirements. Students will be advised of all matters relating to summative assessment at the start of the course.
This course is assessed using competency-based assessment. Students must successfully complete all summative assessments in order to pass and receive credit for this course. - Teaching and Learning Strategy
- The programme uses a range of teaching and learning methods as described in the Programme Document. Learning and teaching activities employed in this course may vary slightly, from provider to provider and cohort to cohort, to accommodate varying cohort numbers, localised resources and requirements.
All courses contain a combination of learning activities aimed at providing a mix of practical-based or applied activity as well as the presentation of theoretical knowledge. - Learning and Teaching Resource
- Resources used for this course will be determined by each provider and will include a minimum of:
- Learning Management System (LMS), including access to:
- Course information;
- Course notes prepared by tutors;
- Online learning resources;
- Library resources.
- Physical resources includnig Labs/Workshops and Classrooms.
