Adjustable Frequency Drives

Course #160

This is an instructor led, competency based program designed for master level electricians. The course will teach electricians to understand the operation and maintenance of Adjustable Frequency Drives. The course covers in detail the operation of and understanding of types of Adjustable Frequency Drives. The student will be introduced to Drive Fundamentals for VVI drives, CSI drives, PWM Drives and Flux Vector Drives. The student will apply a AF drive to an application. 

Approved CEU Credits:

3.0 Credits

Prerequisite:

This is an advance level course designed for master level electricians who have a sound understanding of basic electricity and at least 2 years of industrial experience.

 

Format:

Instructor Lead

Online / Labs

Cost:

$750.00 / Contact us for the Online cost

 

Learner Outcomes:

  1. The student will be able to draw Block diagrams of VVI, CSI, PWM and Flux Vector drives..
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  2. The student will draw a diagram showing the operation of an AF drive working in all four quadrants.
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  3. The student will be able to eliminate reflected voltage on a AF drive system.
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  4. The student will be able design a cable system that will prevent motor bearing damage
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  5. The student will be able to select the proper stopping method for an AF Drive application.
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  6. The student will be able to distinguish the differences between proportional control, integral control and derivative control in a drive regulator.
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  7. The student will apply an AF drive to an application, adjust and tune it for proper operation.