Generators

Duration: 1.00 Hr

Course Level: Intermediate
Languages: English
Capability: Audio, Video

A generator is a device that converts mechanical energy into electrical energy. AC generators are commonly used to provide electrical energy for a wide range of commercial, domestic, and industrial applications. AC generators vary considerably in size, from small ones like automobile generators, to large generators that can supply power needs for a large city. The purpose of this training course is to focus on AC generators that are primarily used to supply electrical power in the magnitude of kilowatts (thousands of watts) and megawatts (millions of watts).

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of the AC Generator Basics training course, you will be able to:

• List the three requirements for induction.
• Describe how single and three-phase AC power are produced.
• List the major parts of a typical AC generator.
• List three factors that determine the output voltage of a typical AC generator.

Duration: 1.00 Hr

Course Level: Intermediate
Languages: English
Capability: Audio, Video

A simple direct current (DC) generator consists of an armature coil with a single turn of wire. The armature coil cuts across the magnetic field to produce a voltage output. This course describes commutation in a DC generator, the major parts of a DC generator, and three basic ways a DC generator can be constructed.

Learning Objectives

• Describe commutation in a DC generator.
• Describe how DC power is produced.
• List the major parts of a typical DC generator.
• List three basic ways a DC generator can be constructed.