Learners examine the operation of positive and non-positive displacement compressors used in pneumatic systems.

The learner will measure and record dimensions using a metric micrometer to an accuracy of plus or minus .01 of a millimeter.

In this interactive object, learners solve for total resistance and current, the current through each resistor, the voltage across each resistor, and the power dissipated by each resistor.

In this interactive object, learners solve a series-parallel DC circuit analysis problem. Immediate step-by-step feedback is given.

Learners view a demonstration of Kirchhoff's Voltage Law using complex numbers for an ac circuit.

Students read an explanation of the Voltage Divider Rule with complex numbers. Examples are given.

The student studies the method to calculate complex power where the Vrms of a circuit is multiplied by the complex conjugate of the total circuit current. Several examples are given, along with the power triangle.

Learners are introduced to primary and secondary batteries. Examples are given.

Learners observe the four functions of oil in a hydraulic system.

Learners examine the two methods used by programmable logic controllers to perform a counting operation using addition or counter instructions. A brief quiz completes the activity.

Learners study the mathematical calculations used to determine the proper PID values to be entered into a controller using the Ziegler-Nichols Reaction Curve.

Learners examine the three steps of a processor scan cycle.

This interactive object is designed to help learners memorize the schematic symbols used in ladder logic diagrams. Learners quiz themselves using electronic flashcards.

The learner will understand how a zener diode maintains a constant voltage as the resistance values of a load change.

Learners examine how to convert numbers from rectangular to polar form and from polar to rectangular form using a TI-83 Plus calculator.

Learners consider the correct type of pushbutton to use as a Stop button, the way the Stop button should be hard wired, and the PLC input instruction to use. This animated object includes a short quiz. It is recommended that learners review the learning object “The PLC Examine-Off Instruction” before beginning this object.

Learners study the most common ways to measure fluid flow for industrial processes including absolute quantity, percentage, volumetric flow rate, and mass flow. A brief quiz completes the activity.

Learners read about the benefits of storing raw materials within 3 feet of the work area where they will be used.

In this animated learning object, students examine the addresses of PLC elements and how they pertain to I/O connections and internal memory files.

Students read an introduction to the electronic workbench and view a demonstration of how to open a file for circuit simulation.

Students read about the operation of the zener diode. This activity includes the ideal zener, the breakdown operation, the calculation of series, and zener and load current.

The learner will understand the operation of the six fundamental logic gates and the inverter by using truth tables, Boolean Algebra equations, switch analogies, and written statements.

Students solve five problems to determine the total impedance of a series-parallel circuit. Immediate feedback is given.

Students read an explanation of reactive power in a power distribution system involving motors, generators and transformers. A brief quiz completes the activity.

Learners read a description of inductors and view examples of inductors in series and in parallel.