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Senior II.
12-1, T. Th. S.
906. Illumination and Photometry.
Lectures on light, its physical properties; illuminants and their characteristics;
shades and reflectors; photometry, standards and apparatus; illumination
calculations for point and surface sources; principles of interior,
exterior, decorative, and scenic illumination. Problems illustrating computations
necessary for the consideration of the Illumnating Engineer are assigned.
(Fall.)
907. Electric Traction.
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 with problems 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. (Winter.)
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