907. Electric Traction. [Rodman.]
Lectures on the various types of electric motors for traction purposes,
controllers and systems of control, brakes, rolling stock, track, train performance,
and electric railway economics. A discussion of the complete
electrification system for electric railways, including generating apparatus,
transmission, sub-stations and equipment, distribution, and utilization
of electrical energy for car propulsion. Problem work dealing with
the fundamental considerations necessary for the solution of traction problems
is required. After February first, three extra periods a week are
devoted to this course. (Winter.)
