ET 205B - Power Supply Theory and Repair

Credits: 1-4

Description
The course covers the theory, operation, troubleshooting, and repair of unregulated, series linear and switching power supplies. A basic understanding of DC circuit theory and a rudimentary understanding of AC from work experience is recommended for students of this course. Can be repeated for a total of 4 credits.

Student Learning Outcomes

Describe the operation of half and full wave circuits.
Describe the operation of voltage multiplier and voltage regulator circuits.
Understand how the use of input transformers effect the various types of power supplies.
Describe the operation of a series pass power supply.
Troubleshoot a series pass power supply.
Describe the operation of a pulse width modulation power supply.
Troubleshoot a pulse width modulation power supply.
Describe the operation of a PRM power supply.
Troubleshoot a PRM power supply.

Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None

Graded: Letter Grade