Advanced Electrical Applications

This course is designed to provide an overview of electrical power systems in buildings for learners who have not encountered the topic before in their educational career. It provides learners with the knowledge and skill to analyze building electrical systems for specific applications in commercial buildings. Learners are introduced to all sub-disciplines of building electrical systems including power distribution, lighting, and communications systems, and learn to interpret the electrical drawings used to represent these systems. Emphasis is specifying requirements for the power distribution sub-discipline. Throughout the course learners apply the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC), the National Building Code, and other relevant design standards and guidelines.

This course is designed to provide learners with the knowledge and skill to analyze three-phase alternating current (AC) circuits.  Learners will review the principles, properties, and/or applications of magnetism and electromagnetism, AC circuits, and transformers. Learners will also utilize numerous network theorems and laws to solve problems pertaining to three-phase AC circuits, while applying the mathematics of complex numbers and vector representation in the analysis process. Learning will be achieved through lectures and in-class activities.
 

Prerequisites:

• BEEB1223A

This course provides the learner with the knowledge and skills to analyze, design, and troubleshoot electronic circuits used for power control applications. Topics such as rectifiers, power converters and motor controllers are covered. A variety of semi-conductors, such as SCRs, TRIACs, BJTs, FETs, and IGBTs, are studied as to their electronic behaviour and circuit uses in power control. The use of data sheets and software simulation for circuit design is also investigated.  Learning will be achieved through lectures, in-class activities, and labs.
 

This course provides learners with an overview of basic components, functions and operations of commercial building communication systems, including security, access control, alarm, and surveillance systems. Learners will examine the basic principles and methods for the design, analysis, and installation of these systems. Topics include communication protocols, cable path and termination requirements, and integration with other building systems. Emphasis is given to design and practices that adhere to industry standards. Learning will be achieved through lectures, in-class activities, and labs.
 

Prerequisites:

• BEEB1223A

This course is designed to build the written communications skills required of technologists working in more senior positions. Learners practice techniques for succinctly building arguments and supporting/refuting claims based on analysis of complex information and issues. The special considerations for writing particular types of documents that support business needs, such as user manuals and sales information, are examined. Learners also explore the benefits and limitations of web-based (and phone-viewed) documents, including Wikis and HTML pages. Throughout the course, emphasis is on producing high quality, professional level communications. Learning is achieved through compositional activities that allow practice and refinement of technique.

This course introduces learners to basic principles, procedures, tools and software used for energy auditing. The course will focus on energy auditing of commercial buildings. Learners will develop the knowledge and skill to evaluate energy efficiency and performance, create energy estimates, and recommend energy efficiency measures. Learners will evaluate the critical role energy audits play in creating more energy efficient buildings. Learning is achieved through lectures, in-class activities, and simulations.
 

This course introduces formal techniques for troubleshooting technical systems and processes. Participants learn a systematic methodology for identifying, analyzing, and resolving issues across various systems and processes related to their discipline of study and future career path. Critical thinking skills are practiced and applied to analyze symptoms and identify possible causes. Learning is achieved through a combination of theoretical concepts, case studies, and scenario simulations. 

This course is designed for learners to apply content and theory from the Advanced Electrical Applications program to a practical design project based in real-world industry needs. Working with faculty and potentially industry partners, learners are tasked with finding solutions to an electrical power network problem. Focus is placed on application of theory and best practices and using business tools, techniques, and strategies to gain a deeper understanding of electrical networks and facilities. Depending on complexity, the project may be completed independently or as a group project. The course culminates with a final report and presentation of the project findings and recommendations.
 

This course is designed for learners to apply knowledge and skills in electrical power systems, to layout and design basic electrical utility substations. Learners will analyze electrical load demand, protection requirements and determine an appropriate arrangement of equipment. Topics including physical space allocation, electrical design considerations, and grounding are explored. Learners will use accepted methods to document the equipment, cables, and wires in the facilities, as well as explore how to design effective bonding, grounding, and lightning protection systems.  The course will emphasize the creating of professional drawings and documentation. Learning will be achieved through a combination of in-class lectures, simulations, and demonstrations.
 

This course is designed to introduce learners to the incorporation of sustainable energy sources into electrical energy networks, to improve efficiency, increase stability, and reduce environmental impact. Learners will explore the use of utility-scale solar and wind facilities, small modular nuclear reactors (SMR), along with battery storage power stations (BESS), as methods of enhancing power delivery to electrical utility company customers. Topics will include software modeling, cost-benefit comparisons of technologies, and energy delivery calculations. Learning will be achieved through lectures, in-class activities, labs, and simulations.
 

Prerequisites:

• FMGI1019A

This course introduces learners to electric smart grid systems utilized by energy utility companies. Elements of a smart grid system, network topologies, and the grid equipment are explored, as well as the use of simulation tools to model and analyze various system components. Emphasis is placed on the importance of cybersecurity within these critical infrastructures. Learning is achieved through classroom activities, supplemented by simulations and/or lab work.
 

Prerequisites:

• FMGI1020A

This course will provide learners with advanced PLC principles to use, when solving automation problems with programable logic controllers (PLC). Learners will use new PLC programming languages to optimise solutions in industrial control environments. Topics will include human-machine interfacing (HMI), object-oriented programming (OOP), and concepts relating to distributed control systems (DCS). Learning is achieved through lectures, in-class activities, and laboratory exercises.
 

This course introduces the fundamentals of building automation systems (BAS). Students will learn how a BAS can be used to automate and monitor the building’s various environmental controls over heating, cooling, ventilation, lighting and other critical building systems. They will have an opportunity to participate in the design, programming and operation of a commercial building automation system.
 

This course provides learners with the knowledge and skills necessary to measure the physical environment using sensors and related electronic circuits. Learners will build instrument amplifiers and bridge networks, combined with sensors, to accurately measure physical parameters such as pressure, temperatures, level, and flow. Topics will include instrument calibration procedures and principals of fluid measurements. Learning will be achieved through lectures, in-class activities, labs, and simulations.
 

Prerequisites:

• BEEB1232A

This course examines mathematical tools and techniques for modelling elaborate electrical controls and telecommunication signal problems. Learners review applied math skills and are introduced to power series and differential equations as applied to electrical and electronics engineering problems. They examine concepts of time and frequency domain expressions, numeric signal methods, and differential equation solutions. Other topics include arithmetic and geometric series, Fourier series, LaPlace transforms, Eigenvalues, and first and second-order differential equations. Learning is achieved through lectures, simulations, and in-class activities. 

This course is designed to provide an overview of computer networking for learners who have not encountered the topic before in their educational career. It introduces learners to how computers are networked together. They explore how to set up a local area network and configure various devices and operating systems to connect to other devices and the internet. Topics include network cabling, wireless networks, network hardware, and addressing. Learners also are introduced to network analysis and troubleshooting software and equipment. Throughout the course emphasis is on establishing and maintaining a secure and robust network. Learning is achieved through in-class lectures and activities, as well as practical experience in a lab setting.

This course is designed to provide learners with the knowledge and skill required to network industrial equipment for automated controls, through appropriate communication systems. Learners will compare the physical and logical characteristics of various network types, their strengths and limitations in industrial applications, as well as how to set up, configure, test, and troubleshoot the given application. Consideration will also be given to security measures used to protect the systems.  Learning will be achieved through lectures, in-class activities, and labs.
 

Prerequisites:

• NCRC1208A
• ICCI1139A

This course provides an introduction to the meaning of community service.  Students learn how community service can enhance a student’s educational experience, personal growth, employability, and civic responsibility. Students participate in one day of volunteering to enhance their understanding of civic responsibility and to help the New Brunswick Community College realize its vision of transforming lives and communities.

This course is designed to provide learners with practical skills using a variety of software application tools for analyzing data and preparing information for reports, documentation, and work planning purposes. Learners use advanced features of spreadsheet software to perform analysis of data. They also explore ways that software applications can be used to plan and manage tasks and projects. Throughout the course learners produce professional tables, charts, and diagrams specifically designed to communicate technical details clearly and accurately. Learning is achieved through hands-on use of software tools while working on projects based on real-world scenarios.

This course builds on previous experience with 2D CAD software tools to produce drawings related to electrical infrastructure and telecommunications. Learners practice the use of CAD tools including intermediate level shapes and lines, and applying dimensions and text notations. They then apply these techniques to draw and detail out electrical and telecommunications room floor plans, electrical and data equipment cabinets, network diagrams, and related drawing types. Learning is achieved through hands-on use of CAD software tools while working on individual and team-based drawing tasks.

A safe and healthy workplace is the responsibility of the employer and the employee. This course introduces students to the importance of working safely and addresses how employers and employees can control the hazards and risks associated with the workplace. Students will also learn about the roles and responsibilities of key stakeholders including WorkSafeNB, the employer and the employee in ensuring workplaces are safe.