Niagara College

Description:

This advanced course provides a comprehensive study of three-phase AC electric motors with a focus on synchronous and induction machines. Students will explore the construction, operating principles, and control techniques of both squirrel cage and wound-rotor induction motors, as well as synchronous motors. Emphasis is placed on analyzing equivalent circuits, power calculations, speed-torque characteristics, and performance under various load and fault conditions. The course also examines the integration of variable-frequency drives (VFDs), dynamic response behaviour, and the mechanical dynamics of motor-driven systems. Practical applications include testing procedures, system impacts during motor starting, and control strategies for optimized motor performance in industrial environments.