Basic Electricity
Course code: E1
Introduction
This course is designed to provide the fundamental aspects of electricity and electrical equipment and the associated safety and regulations relating to working with electricity
Participants
Personnel entering into electrical engineering and also any non-electrical personnel requiring basic electrical knowledge. This may include safety, operations or trade personnel requiring a basic electrical understanding.
Aim
The course aims to provide personnel with an understanding of the basic concepts of electrical engineering and become familiar with typical electrical equipment, systems and procedures. This is to permit all personnel to work and operate electrical equipment in a safe and competent manor.
Outline Contents
- Hazards & Effects of Electricity.
- Safe Systems of Work.
- Basic Electric Principles.
- Harmonised Cable Conductor Colours & Markings.
- Portable Appliances / Power Tools.
- Cables & Support Systems.
- Circuit Protection Devices.
- Earthing Systems & Bonding.
- Electrical Drawings & Symbols.
- Electrical Connections & Terminations.
- Motors & Control Circuits.
- Faultfinding & Troubleshooting.
- Industrial Lighting Types, Purposes and Maintenance.
- Lighting & Power Circuit Theory.
- Safe Use of Test Equipment.
- Testing of Electrical installations & Equipment.
- Course Review.
Certification
Candidates who successfully complete the theoretical and practical competence assessments, will receive a Faraday "Competence" certificate. Candidates who fail or do not wish to undertake the competence assessments will receive a Faraday "Attendance" certificate.
Course Duration
5 days
Course Dates
For courses undertaken at our UK training centre
- 22nd – 26th Feb
- 26th – 30th Apr
- 9th – 13th Aug
- 18th - 22nd Oct
- 15th - 19th Nov
- 13th - 17th Dec