Principles of Magnetism 

Course code ELCO 1120

Credit 3.0

Length 60.0 hours

Course outline View

In this course, students will learn about the concepts of magnetism and electromagnetism and how they relate to generating electricity. Students will solve problems using the principles of magnetism and build an electromagnet.

Prerequisites

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What you will learn

  • Characteristics of magnetic lines of force
  • Current-carrying conductors and coils
  • Magnetic circuit terminology and units of measure
  • Magnetic circuit problem-solving
  • Electromagnetic devices and applications
  • Electromagnet construction and testing
  • Alternating voltage generation
  • Principles of electromagnetic induction
  • Lenz's law and applications

How to register

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

Course schedules

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CRN# Duration Delivery Location
62114 June 16, 2026
to June 25, 2026
Lecture
Online
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Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.

Contact us

If you have any question, please email at advising@vcc.ca.

Additional information

Methods of assessment may include a challenge exam, submission of a product or portfolio for review, or a practical demonstration. Please contact the Department for details.

† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.

Indigenous Territory Acknowledgment

VCC is located on the traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples, and we acknowledge our privilege to be here.