AC Variable Frequency Drives

ID : 62083   
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This course covers variable frequency AC solid-state control for 3-phase electric motors. Participants will gain expertise in operating, installing, analyzing performance, troubleshooting, and designing AC solid-state control systems using various methods, including 2-wire, 3-wire, manual, and open-loop speed control. The course also emphasizes motor jogging, dynamic braking, and programmable acceleration and deceleration techniques.

Certification Preparation:
The course is tailored to prepare students for the Smart Automation Certification Alliance SACA C-203 AC Variable Frequency Drives Certification.
 

Class Details

171 Session(s)
Days of the Week :Multiple Days of the Week :
  Weekly - Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu.  
  Weekly - Wed.  

Location : TechWorks Campus Location : 
  TechWorks Campus.

Instructor : John Paulson 

CEUs : 1.6

 

Notice

Please read:  Students must provide their own portable computer to access course curriculum through an online portal. The computer must meet the following minimum requirements: Windows, Mac, or Chromebook (no other portable devices are supported), 64-bit Browser with WebGL 2.0 support, sound card, and video card with WebGL support.  Internet access outside of the Automation and Robotics center is required to access course content for study outside of class hours.

Tuition 

$499.00

Registration Closes On
Friday, May 1, 2026 @ 11:59 PM

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Schedule Information

Skip dates: (No class on 11/26/2025, 11/27/2025, 12/22/2025, 12/23/2025, 12/24/2025, 12/25/2025, 12/29/2025, 12/30/2025, 12/31/2025, 01/01/2026, 01/19/2026)

Date(s) Class Days Times Location Instructor(s)
9/8/2025 - 5/21/2026 Weekly - Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu 05:00 PM - 09:00 PM Waterloo, TechWorks Campus  Map, Room: Open Lab John Paulson 
9/10/2025 - 5/20/2026 Weekly - Wed 05:00 PM - 09:00 PM Waterloo, TechWorks Campus  Map, Room: 215 - Controls Instructor Night John Paulson 

Other Class Offerings

AC Variable Frequency Drives
ID: 62109

03/11/26 - 03/25/26
Weekly - Wed, Thu, Mon, Tue
9 sessions.

Location
TechWorks Campus

Instructor
Robert Stwalley

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