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Industrial Automation
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Synchronous Speed of an AC Motor
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Technician:
Bonnie Tomlin
Date:
6/26/2008
Description:
In this animated and interactive object, learners study the synchronous rotational speed of the magnetic field created by the stator of an AC Motor.
FREE Link:
http://www.wisc-online.com/objects/index_tj.asp?objID=IAU13608
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Core Skills
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Code of Ethics
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Technician:
Gayla Ross
Date:
6/23/2008
Description:
In this interactive object, learners identify the feelings and values that motivate them and others to take responsibility for improving ethics in the workplace.
FREE Link:
http://www.wisc-online.com/objects/index_tj.asp?objID=CCS306
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Core Skills
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What Is Integrity?
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Technician:
Gayla Ross
Date:
6/23/2008
Description:
In this interactive object, learners identify the qualities of a person with integrity. They also list the qualities that they themselves possess.
FREE Link:
http://www.wisc-online.com/objects/index_tj.asp?objID=CCS406
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Industrial Automation
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Wound-Rotor Motors
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Technician:
Bonnie Tomlin
Date:
6/20/2008
Description:
Learners study animation showing the operation of an AC wound-rotor motor with its external starting resistors. A short quiz completes the activity.
FREE Link:
http://www.wisc-online.com/objects/index_tj.asp?objID=IAU13308
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Industrial Automation
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The DC Motor
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Technician:
Carol Coonce
Date:
6/18/2008
Description:
Learners examine the wiring of the primary components of the three types of DC motors, series, shunt, and compound. The operational characteristics of each type of motor are described. A quiz completes the activity.
FREE Link:
http://www.wisc-online.com/objects/index_tj.asp?objID=IAU11508
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Industrial Automation
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The Timer 3-Word Element
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Technician:
Josh Janikowski
Date:
6/16/2008
Description:
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.
FREE Link:
http://www.wisc-online.com/objects/index_tj.asp?objID=IAU6607
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Industrial Automation
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Armature Action of AC Motors
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Technician:
Bonnie Tomlin
Date:
6/16/2008
Description:
In this animated object, learners study the rotation of the magnetic stator field of an AC motor and how it interacts with the armature to cause rotation. A short quiz completes the activity.
FREE Link:
http://www.wisc-online.com/objects/index_tj.asp?objID=IAU13408
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Industrial Automation
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Digital Position Control
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Technician:
Chad Blohowiak
Date:
6/9/2008
Description:
In this animated object, learners examine a closed-loop feedback system that uses digital circuits to control the position of a gear rack.
FREE Link:
http://www.wisc-online.com/objects/index_tj.asp?objID=IAU4306
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Industrial Automation
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Phase-Splitting of Single-Phase Motors
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Technician:
Bonnie Tomlin
Date:
6/4/2008
Description:
Learners study the two methods of creating a second alternating current from the supply voltage: the resistance start motor and the capacitance start motor. A brief quiz completes the activity.
FREE Link:
http://www.wisc-online.com/objects/index_tj.asp?objID=IAU10908
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Core Skills
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Creating Directions: How to Anticipate and Adjust
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Technician:
Drew Goffard
Date:
5/29/2008
Description:
Learners write directions to gain experience asking questions from the point of view of the person who must follow the directions.
FREE Link:
http://www.wisc-online.com/objects/index_tj.asp?objID=CCS4307
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Industrial Automation
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Data Compare Instructions
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Technician:
Bonnie Tomlin
Date:
5/22/2008
Description:
In this animated object, learners examine three data compare instructions used by programmable logic controllers (PLCs). A practical application to show how these instructions are used in an industrial setting is provided.
FREE Link:
http://www.wisc-online.com/objects/index_tj.asp?objID=IAU4106
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Microbiology
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Acid-Fast and Endospore Staining
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Kris Snow - Fox Valley Technical College
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Technician:
Chad Blohowiak
Date:
5/22/2008
Description:
Learners view video clips demonstrating acid-fast stain and endospore staining procedures. Correctly stained slides are shown. The learning object includes two matching exercises.
FREE Link:
http://www.wisc-online.com/objects/index_tj.asp?objID=MBY4407
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Industrial Automation
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The Induction Motor Slip
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Technician:
Evan Dold
Date:
5/20/2008
Description:
In this animated object, learners examine how the rotation of an induction AC motor's armature slips behind the synchronous rotational speed of the stator's field to create magnetic fields. These fields interact and produce torque. A quiz completes the activity.
FREE Link:
http://www.wisc-online.com/objects/index_tj.asp?objID=IAU10108
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Plumbing
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Plumbing Sizing Activity: Assigning WSFUs and Pipe Size to the Water Distribution System
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Technician:
Dean Lodes
Date:
5/19/2008
Description:
The learner assigns water supply fixture units and pipe sizes to a water distribution system using the Wisconsin Plumbing Code and a uniform pressure loss worksheet.
FREE Link:
http://www.wisc-online.com/objects/index_tj.asp?objID=PLU407
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Industrial Automation
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The Three-Phase Motor Stator Field
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Technician:
Bonnie Tomlin
Date:
5/16/2008
Description:
In this animated activity, learners study how stator poles create a rotating field in a three-phase AC motor as a three-phase AC voltage is applied.
FREE Link:
http://www.wisc-online.com/objects/index_tj.asp?objID=IAU11808
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Industrial Automation
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Reversing the Rotation of DC Motors
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Technician:
Carol Coonce
Date:
5/15/2008
Description:
Learners view animations showing how to change the connections to cause a DC motor to reverse its rotation. A short quiz completes the activity.
FREE Link:
http://www.wisc-online.com/objects/index_tj.asp?objID=IAU9708
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Industrial Automation
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Synchronous Motors
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Technician:
Bonnie Tomlin
Date:
5/14/2008
Description:
In this animated object, learners study how the internal parts of an AC synchronous motor interact with magnetic fields to cause rotation. A short quiz completes the activity.
FREE Link:
http://www.wisc-online.com/objects/index_tj.asp?objID=IAU10208
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Industrial Automation
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Labeling DC Motor Connections
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Technician:
Carol Coonce
Date:
5/12/2008
Description:
Learners examine the connections of a DC motor and how the terminals are labeled. A matching exercise completes the learning object.
FREE Link:
http://www.wisc-online.com/objects/index_tj.asp?objID=IAU9608
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