Course Overview
In this course you will learn and describe types of storage batteries and the different applications, how batteries are re-charged and serviced. In this course you will learn battery construction, applications and ratings. You will also learn how batteries are re-charged as per the battery's construction and the different ways batteries are re-charged.
Prerequisite(s)
- 70% in MMTF 1000
Credits
4.5
- Not offered this term
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Describe types of DC storage batteries in common marine use
- Describe battery applications, recharging, capacity and battery banks
- Calculate battery requirements for various marine applications
- Install batteries in vessels to American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC) standards
- Inspect and test batteries for faults and proper function
- Describe battery charger types
- Describe battery charging control and monitoring equipment
- Describe inverters and charger/inverters installation procedures and diagnosing
- Install battery chargers and inverters
Effective as of Fall 2022
Related Programs
Batteries, Charging and Inverters (MMTF 1305) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
School of Transportation
- Marine Mechanical Technician Foundation
Certificate Full-time
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