Series-Parallel Circuit Analysis Practice Problems: Circuit 7
By Patrick Hoppe
Learners solve 14 problems related to voltage, current and power in a single source, six-resistor circuit. A help screen is provided.
Transfer Functions: The RC High Pass Filter with Bode Plot
Students view the development of the transfer function for a RC high pass filter. They also read how a Bode plot is developed through simple approximation techniques for both the magnitude and phase.
Complex Power: The Sum of the Individual Real and Reactive Powers
The learner views a method to find the total complex power of a circuit in which the individual real and reactive powers are found and then added together. Several examples are shown, along with the power triangles.
Total Power Calculations in a Series Circuit
By Terry Bartelt
In this learning activity you'll review the various ways to calculate the total power consumed in a series circuit.
Troubleshooting a Digital-to-Analog Converter
Learners read an explanation of how to troubleshoot a faulty digital-to-analog converter that has a shorted input.
Mounting and Indicating a Vise
By Erich Krowas
In this video, you’ll explore how to use a vise on a Bridgeport mill to securely hold your workpiece.
Oscilloscope Frequency Measurements (Screencast)
Learners read a description of how an oscilloscope is used to measure the frequency of a sine wave.
Line Symbols (Screencast)
Learners examine the different types of lines used on a P&ID diagram and the types of connections they represent. They test their knowledge in a matching exercise.
Thermocouples (Screencast)
In this animated object, learners observe the operation of a J thermocouple with a cold junction. A table is used to convert the voltage it produces to a corresponding temperature. A brief quiz completes the activity.
Kirchhoff's Current Law: Practice Problems
Learners review Kirchhoff's Current Law and work six practice problems. Feedback is given.
Welding Wire Spool Installation Instructions
By Jessie Jelinski
The learner will identify the steps and proper techniques for installing a wire spool on a welding machine.
RL Time Constant
Learners read an explanation of the RL time constant and examine the formula for calculating the instantaneous current value. The current is graphed as it climbs to maximum or drops to zero. Note* In the formulas in this module, the Greek letter epsilon should be the mathematical constant 'e'.
Electromagnets
Learners examine how an electromagnet is formed. Animated illustrations show current running through a coil wrapped around an iron core.
Maximum Power Transfer
Learners are introduced to the maximum power transfer theorem. Examples show the load as it varies and the results are graphed.
Squaring the Toolhead
In this video, we’ll go over the necessary steps to square the toolhead on a Bridgeport mill.
Vernier Measurements Review
By Kelly Curran
In this learning activity you'll follow 11 steps to take measurements using a Vernier caliper.
Kirchhoff's Voltage Law (KVL): Practice Problems
By Terry Fleischman, Patrick Hoppe
Learners review Kirchhoff's Voltage Law and work six practice problems. Feedback is given.
Methods of Producing Electricity
In this learning activity you'll review the six different ways in which electricity is produced: chemical, friction, heat, light, magnetism, and pressure.
Vector Diagram for a Parallel RL Circuit
Learners read about the vector diagram for a parallel RL circuit. This animated lesson presents information on current flow through each branch, total current, and phase angle.
Series Circuit Analysis Practice Problems: Circuit #3
In this interactive object, learners solve for the current through each resistor, the voltage across each resistor, and the power dissipated.
Kirchhoff's Current Law (KCL) with Complex Numbers
Students view a demonstration of Kirchhoff's Current Law (KCL) using complex numbers with respect to ac.
Ohmmeter Capacitor Testing
Learners view the steps for testing a capacitor with an analog ohmmeter. A brief quiz completes the object.
PLC Software Circuit Capabilities
In this animated object, learners examine how to use a programmable logic controller as an alternative to hardwiring a ladder logic circuit.
Two-Wire Sensors
In this animated object, learners examine the signals produced by sourcing and sinking two-wire sensors. A brief quiz completes the activity.
The Timer 3-Word Element
Learners study the descriptions of the three words in a PLC timer: EN, DN, and TT. They then test their knowledge in a brief quiz.