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ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING.
Engineering 2E. [Rodman].
The work of the Fall Term is devoted to the study of the Elements
of Electrical Engineering as comprised in the fundamental principles of
electrical measurements and of electric and magnetic circuits.
Especial attention is given to the fundamental laws of Ohm and
Kirchhoff with practical exemplifications in numerous assigned problems.
The latter part of the term's work is introductory to the detailed study of
direct current dynamo machinery.
The laboratory course paralleling the lectures is devoted to the
methods of using electrical measuring devices and to the more elementary
tests of the characteristics of electric and magnetic circuits.
The Winter Term is devoted to a detailed study of the theory, construction,
characteristics and operation of Direct Current Generators and
Motors and the accessory apparatus required for their proper management
and control. The latter part of the term's work is concerned with
the theory, construction and operation of Storage Batteries of approved
modern types. Problem work illustrating the methods of calculation
involved in direct current circuits and practical examples from standard
engineering practice form an important adjunct to the lectures.
The parallel laboratory course is concerned with the experimental
determination of the complete characteristics, the efficiency and the
temperature conditions which are manifested in the practical operation of
direct current dynamo machinery and storage batteries.
The Spring Term is given to the study of Periodic Currents. A careful
study is made of circuits and their characteristics when resistance,
inductance and capacity are present in all their possible combinations.
and complex circuits. Free use is made of vector and symbolic notation
and graphical solutions, while especial attention is given to the standard
methods of nomenclature by means of which otherwise confusing effects
may be clearly elucidated.
The physical conceptions are kept always prominently in view and
the value of mathematics as a tool is emphasized. The latter part of the
course is devoted to a rapid survey of alternating current machines and
apparatus in order to familiarize the student with general types and
characteristics.
The laboratory is chiefly concerned with the more complicated tests
on direct current machines, only a few exercises being devoted to the study
of circuits carrying periodic currents. Lecture hours, 9-10, Thursday,
Friday, Saturday; laboratory hours, 12-2, Monday, Tuesday.
Engineering 3E. [Rodman].
The Fall Term is spent in a detailed study of Alternating Current
Generators and Transformers with their accessory measuring and controlling
devices. The theory, construction, regulation and operation of
single and polyphase generators are discussed, and the details of standard
types of transformers are carefully considered.
Graphical diagrams showing operating characteristics are freely used
as offering the most readily comprehensible treatment of the complex relations
existing in alternating current circuits.
Assigned problem work illustrating the theory and practice is made
use of to supplement the lectures.
The laboratory work gives practical demonstration of the characteristics
of alternating current apparatus and complete characteristic, regulation
and efficiency tests are made on non-inductive and reactive loads for
single, two and three phase arrangements of both dynamo machines and
transformers.
The Winter Term is a continuation of the study of Alternating Current
Phonomena, especial attention being directed to the various types of
Alternating Current Motors, synchronous and induction, both single and
polyphase, with their theory, construction, operation and auxiliary control
apparatus. Extended problem work forms an important adjunct to the
lectures and recitations.
In the laboratory the theory is put to proof by means of tests performed
on motors of all types, operating under ordinary conditions.
Torque and efficiency runs are made, and the adaptability of each
special type of motor for various work is made prominent.
The Spring Term embraces work which is in part a résumé of the
entire course, being devoted to a general study of Generation, Transmission
and Distribution of Electrical Energy, prime movers, generating apparatus,
switchboards and protective devices, high tension long distance transmission
lines, substations, and the economic design and operation of
modern electric power plants, and transmission systems. Particular attention
is paid to the problems concerned in the design and construction of
power plants and in the choice of units.
The laboratory work is devoted to the completion of the more complex
tests on alternating machinery as units and as complete systems. Lecture
hours, 11-12, Thursday, Friday, Saturday; laboratory hours, 9-11, Monday,
Wednesday.
Engineering 4E. [Rodman].
The Fall Term is given to the study of Electric Lighting and
Photometry. The student is made familiar with the modern types of
illuminants and their characteristics. Photometry and photometric standards
are discussed, and some of the general problems confronting the
Illuminating Engineer are treated. Problem work illustrating the computations
necessary for the consideration of the lighting expert are made
an important part of the course.
The laboratory tests are devoted to detailed studies of incandescent
and are lamps as to their luminous effects, efficiency and general characteristics.
During the Winter Term a study is made of Electric Traction and
Traction Apparatus, including the various types of direct and alternating
current railway motors, controllers, brakes, rolling stock, track, train
performance and electric railway economics. A discussion of the particular
advantages of direct current, single phase or polyphase, motor action is
taken up and the best uses for each system are outlined.
The laboratory is complementary to the course during the same term
which deals with alternating current motor testing.
The Spring Term hours for this course are given over to form a part
of the required Thesis time. Lecture hours, 12-1, Thursday, Friday, Saturday;
laboratory hours, 11-2, Wednesday.
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