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Course Description
This course is designed to provide a foundational understanding of electricity and electrical concepts for non-electrical engineers. The course will cover the fundamental principles of electricity, components of electrical systems, and practical applications. Through interactive lessons, demonstrations, and real-world examples, students will gain a working knowledge of how electrical systems function and how to safely interact with them in their respective fields.
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Prerequisites:
No prior electrical engineering knowledge is required. Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division) are necessary.
Training Objective
Prerequisites:
No prior electrical engineering knowledge is required. Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division) are necessary.
Target Audience
The "Basic Electricity for Non-Electrical Engineers" training program is designed for individuals who do not have an electrical engineering background but need to understand fundamental electrical concepts for their roles.
Training Methods
- Lectures
- Workshop & Work Presentation
- Case Studies and Practical Exercise
- Videos and General Discussions
Daily Agenda
Introduction to Electricity and Electrical Fundamentals
- What is electricity?
- Overview of atoms, electrons, and charge.
- Types of electricity: Static and current electricity.
- Electrical conductors and insulators.
- Electrical terminology: Voltage, current, resistance, power.
- Simple electrical circuit examples (e.g., light bulb).
- Introduction to electrical units: Volts (V), Amps (A), Ohms (Ω), and Watts (W).
Understanding Electric Circuits
- Components of an electrical circuit: Power source, load, conductor, and switch.
- Series vs. Parallel circuits.
- Simple circuit analysis.
- Voltage, current, and resistance in series circuits.
- Voltage, current, and resistance in parallel circuits.
- Introduction to circuit diagrams and symbols.
Ohm’s Law and Basic Circuit Calculations
- Ohm’s Law: V = IR.
- How to calculate voltage, current, and resistance.
- Practical examples using Ohm's Law.
- Power calculation: P = IV.
- Energy and electrical consumption.
- Solving problems with Ohm's Law.
Electrical Measurements and Instruments
- Introduction to multimeters: Measuring voltage, current, and resistance.
- Using a digital multimeter: Hands-on practice.
- Other electrical instruments: Clamp meters, oscilloscopes, and power meters.
- Interpreting electrical measurements and troubleshooting.
AC and DC Circuits
- Difference between AC (Alternating Current) and DC (Direct Current).
- Applications of AC and DC in everyday life.
- Characteristics of AC voltage and current.
- Sinusoidal waveform, frequency, amplitude, and phase.
- Basic analysis of AC circuits.
- Practical examples of AC circuits (e.g., household appliances).
Working Principles of 3-Phase Systems
- Overview of 3-phase systems: Definition and purpose.
- Key features and applications of 3-phase systems in modern electrical engineering.
- Basics of three-phase systems: Voltage, current, and phase relationships.
- Role of 3-phase systems in measuring and monitoring power in multi-phase systems.
- How 3-phase systems measure and correct phase imbalance, power factor, and harmonic distortion.
Power Generation and Distribution
- Introduction to electrical power generation: Sources of electricity (fossil fuels, renewable energy).
- Power plants and the grid.
- Electrical transmission and distribution systems.
- Understanding transformers, transmission lines, and substations.
- Introduction to power quality.
Power Quality and Harmonics in Power Systems
- What constitutes power quality: Voltage sags, surges, flicker, and harmonic distortion.
- Measurement and analysis of power quality in 3-phase systems.
- Harmonics: Sources, effects, and control techniques.
- Power factor correction and compensation in 3-phase systems.
- Mitigation of harmonic distortion: Filters, transformers, and capacitor banks.
- Practical examples of power quality monitoring using 3-phase systems.
Electrical Safety and Troubleshooting
- Electrical safety guidelines: Proper handling of electrical equipment.
- Understanding electrical hazards: Shock, short circuits, and fire risks.
- Safety equipment and protective devices (e.g., fuses, circuit breakers).
- Basic troubleshooting techniques: Identifying faults in circuits.
- Common issues and their solutions.
- Hands-on troubleshooting practice.
Applications of Electrical Systems in Engineering
- Electrical systems in different engineering disciplines (e.g., mechanical, civil, and chemical engineering).
- Role of electricity in automation, control systems, and machinery.
- Real-world examples of electrical systems in engineering projects.
- Final review of key concepts.
- Assessment and Q&A session.
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