Circuit Protection Devices: Circuit Breakers & Overload Protection
Description:
An introduction to the circuit-breakers as circuit-protection devices and the concepts of internal and external overloads
Learning Outcome:
Upon the completion of this module, you will be able to:
- List the main components of a circuit breaker.
- Explain the basic function of a circuit breaker.
- Describe the different types of external overloads.
- Describe the different types of internal overloads.
Topic 1: Circuit Breakers
- Topic Introduction and Objectives
- What is a Circuit Breaker?
- Components of a Circuit Breaker
- Arc Extinguishers
- Check-Point Question
- Topic Summary
Topic 2: Motor Overload Protection
- Topic Introduction and Objectives
- Motor Overload: Causes and Protection
- External Overloads
- Check-Point Question
- Internal Overloads
- Solid State Motor Protection
- Other Protection Devices
- Check-Point Question
- Check-Point Question
- Topic Summary
- Assessment
