Automatic Transfer Switch

DSM226

Study of the theory and operation of different types of transfer switches and switching devices (manual, automatic, residential, and commercial). Topics include safety, part identification, testing and troubleshooting, sizing of switches to specification of building loads, load shedding devices, switch gear introduction, breaker types and maintenance, inferred camera inspection of electrical equipment, and repair of transfer switches, breaker, and switch gear equipment. Introduction to paralleling multiple generator sets with or without utility. Fall Only.

2 Credits: 1 Lecture, 3 Lab

Corequisites:
DSM227

Prerequisites:
RET122