Explain principles of generating electricity.

Explanation should include

• identifying parts of a direct current (DC) generator
• identifying parts of an alternator
• obtaining manufacturer’s nameplate data.

Process/Skill Questions:

• How is electricity produced and distributed to a house?
• What is a substation?
• What is a turbine?
• What are the different sources used for producing electricity? What are the pros and cons of each?
• What is the difference between AC and DC?
• What are the benefits of each type of current?