This course is designed to familiarize participants with wiring devices and wiring techniques used at commercial and industrial sites. After completing this course, participants should be able to identify various types of switches, enclosures, control devices, and receptacles. They should also be able to describe basic techniques for planning and installing branch circuits, mounting boxes, and working with conductors.
This course is designed to familiarize participants with wiring devices and wiring techniques used at commercial and industrial sites. After completing this course, participants should be able to identify various types of switches, enclosures, control devices, and receptacles. They should also be able to describe basic techniques for planning and installing branch circuits, mounting boxes, and working with conductors.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
On completion of the course, participants will be able to
Practice safe working methods on electrical systems
Understand the relevant regulative requirements
Demonstrate an understanding of electrical principles and units
Identify a wide range of electrical equipment & devices and understand their principles of operation / connections
Understand the principles of earthing / protection and associated protective devices
Demonstrate an understanding of electrical systems, switchgear and circuit types
Diagnose basic faults and recognize their associated symptoms
Work with a range of cable types and carry out correct terminations and connections
Recognize the most common industrial motor types and understand their operation, connections and maintenance requirements
Use electrical test equipment effectively and carry out testing of a range of motors, solenoids, cables, etc. (using insulation, continuity, tong testers, etc.)
Identify motor and power circuit faults
Use circuit diagrams as an aid to maintenance
Access electrical enclosures and replace fuses, reset overloads etc
Perform electrical isolation, testing for dead, etc on a wide range of devices and circuits safely.
Requirements:
No materials or special software required.
A desire to learn, and a healthy respect for, and an interest in electricity.
Basic math skills and some mechanical inclination would be an asset.
Course Duration:
3 Month (96 Hour).