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Principles of Alternating Current (AC)
Issued by
Penn Foster
Earners of the Principles of Alternating Current (AC) badge have developed the skills necessary for understanding the basic characteristics, components, and functions of AC circuits. They’ve studied current flow in inductors, and the functions and components of capacitors and alternators. They can identify methods for calculating and measuring AC power. They've studied the conversion of AC voltage to DC voltage, the fundamentals of electrical systems, and the distribution of electricity.
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Skills
- Alternating Current (AC) Analysis
- Alternating Current (AC) Circuits
- Alternating Current (AC) Electrical Systems
- Alternating Current (AC) Voltage
- Electrical Energy Distribution
- Electrical Measurements
- Electrical System Fundamentals
Earning Criteria
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Completion of required Principles of Alternating Current (AC) coursework and a passing grade on all lessons and exams.