Siemens Technical Education Program (STEP) is a FREE self-study course designed to increase your automation and control knowledge at your own pace! All STEP 2000 courses are in Adobe Acrobat PDF format. or call (866) 693-2636. Consider the typical manufacturing shop. A wide range of machines and tools are used that rely on motion. When industry needs motion to turn or drive devices, it most often uses electric motors. Electric motors are one of the prime movers for industry. If motors are not installed, used, and maintained correctly, essential work does not get done.These classes explain the fundamental concepts of designing, providing, and maintaining electrical control for motors. The class content first addresses the main elements of motors and the principles that make motors work, with several classes devoted to reading the symbols and line diagrams used to represent electrical circuits. Advanced-level classes focus on simple to complex control devices--the physical switches, contactors, and relays that open and close electrical circuits, allowing motors to perform useful work.

Relays, Contactors, and Motor Starters 201 Relays, Contactors, and Motor Starters provides an overview of the primary components involved in electric motor control. Relays are electrical switches that control a circuit. When activated by current, a relay opens and closes a circuit to turn a larger ... Related 1.0 Class:Contactors and Motor Starters 250 Introduction to Electric Motors 301 Introduction to Electric Motors provides a comprehensive overview of electric motors and the principles on which they operate. Electric motors use magnetic induction to turn electricity into mechanical motion. This motion is rated by mechanical power variables, such as speed, ... Related 1.0 Class:Intro to Electric Motors 200 Intro to Electric Motors 200 This class discusses how various types of electric motors are applied throughout industry and the principles behind motor operation. Includes an Interactive Lab. Related 2.0 Class:Introduction to Electric Motors 301

Symbols and Diagrams for Motors 210 This class describes common types of motor control symbols found in most schematic diagrams as well as their function in a motor application. Logic and Line Diagrams 220 This class will teach you the basic rules for line diagrams and their common elements. You will also learn how line diagrams are put together and how they are referenced. DC Motor Applications 230 This class focuses on DC motors, their main parts, and how they are used and maintained. This class describes the principles behind solenoid operation, lists the main types of solenoids, and explains their function and application. AC Motor Applications 240 This class describes the common parts of AC motors as well as different types and their applications, maintenance, and troubleshooting concerns. Contactors and Motor Starters 250 This class provides information on the basic design and function of contactors and motor starters. Related 2.0 Class:Relays, Contactors, and Motor Starters 201

In this class, you will learn about various types of control devices, their parts, and how control devices are used in different applications. WEMPEC professors work with UW-Madison’s Department of Engineering Professional Development to help provide many continued education short courses relating to their areas of expertise. ac dc power supply theoryWEMPEC sponsoring companies qualify for a discount rate on these courses – click here to learn how to become a sponsor.how big of a house will a 5 ton ac unit cool Introduction to Power Electronicsac window unit support kit During this course, you will : Introduction to Electromagnetic Interference and Compatibility (EMI/EMC) and Best Practices Permanent Magnet Machine Design Boot Camp – Internal PM, Surface PM, and Brushless DC

Dynamics & Control of AC Drives During this course you will: Understand the principles of modern ac drives, including PM and reluctance machines Understand the modes of interaction between ac motors and power conversion systems, including dynamic stability issues Learn how to control ac machines, including the principles of field orientation and direct torque control Learn how to model and simulate ac motor/drive systems Learn how to use modern control theory to design controllers that minimize or eliminate dynamic interactions in drive systems Understand the performance of sensorless control methods for ac drives Understand the causes and mitigation of drive-induced machine bearing currents and insulation stress Learn about drive input power quality issues, including harmonics and voltage sags Introduction to Electric Motors and Power Transformers: Applications and Principles of Operation Learn practical information about the two most important types of electrical equipment

Learn how to apply, specify, operate, maintain, or engineer the installation of power transformers or electric motors and associated equipment in an industrial, commercial, institutional, or electric utility setting Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Boot Camp Upon completion of the course, you will understand: Hybridization levels and types (micro, mild, full, plug-in, and extended range hybrid vehicles, and battery electric vehicle) Driving cycles and fuel economy test methods Traction motor and generator choices and pro’s and con’s Critical concepts such as field weakening and fault tolerance Traction drive power electronics and dc/dc converters Batteries and supercapacitors for traction applications Battery management and battery-charging systems including wireless charging Vehicle dynamics, driving cycles, and torque and power performance requirements Subjects such as new wide bandgap switching devices (SiC and GaN) for traction applications

Turbo and super charging using electric motors Introduction to Electric Machines and Drives During this course, you will Click image to view past brochure Introduction to Electrical Energy Storage Devices and Systems - Batteries, Supercapacitors, Chargers, and Applications Understand the basic chemistries of batteries and supercapacitors Understand the differences, advantages, disadvantages of using alternative battery types Understand the figure of merits, energy and power density limits of each electrical energy storage component type Learn battery testing standards Learn battery charging systems and state of measurement techniques Learn about hybrid systems using batteries and supercapacitors and future technologies Understand about safety and second-life use of batteries Learn about a variety of applications such as automotive and grid-energy storage systems Learn about future research directions AC Machine Design Fundamentals - Induction Motors, PM Motors, Mechanical Design, Thermal Design, and FEA Examples

Click image to view past brochure. Fundamentals of Solar Power Plant Design Know the basics of photovoltaic energy Understand solar energy site assessment and planning Appreciate the fundamentals of power generation and delivery Identify what comprises a solar cell and solar panel Be able to explain the components of a solar power plant including the collector Appreciate the function of the inverter for interconnection and power flow control Understand the role of geotechnical testing and planning of the mounting system Navigate the complexities of interconnection requirements and issues Understand the impacts of PV energy on distribution feeders Appreciate the impacts of increasing PV energy on the bulk power system Power Electronics Design Boot Camp -- Electrical, Thermal, EMI, Reliability, and New Devices Overview of the course: Learn to master critical subjects for effective design of power electronics, like EMI/EMC, thermal, and reliability design and selection