Course Details

This course is appropriate for a wide range of professionals but not limited to:

• Mechanical Engineers
• Civil Engineers and Facility Managers
• Instrument and Control Technicians
• Project and Construction Managers
• Safety and Reliability Professionals

• Expert-led sessions with dynamic visual aids
• Comprehensive course manual to support practical application and reinforcement
• Interactive discussions addressing participants’ real-world projects and challenges
• Insightful case studies and proven best practices to enhance learning

By the end of this course, participants should be able to:

• Explain the fundamental concepts of voltage, current, resistance, and power.
• Read and interpret basic electrical symbols and single-line diagrams correctly.
• Understand the operational principles of common electrical equipment like motors and transformers.
• Apply essential electrical safety rules and personal protective equipment protocols.
• Identify the components and functions of a typical power distribution system safely.
• Recognize common electrical problems and communicate them effectively to specialists.

DAY 1

Electrical Fundamentals and DC Circuits

• Welcome and Introduction
• Pre-test
• Concepts of Voltage, Current, Resistance, and Power
• Ohm's Law and simple DC Circuit Calculations
• Series and Parallel Circuit Analysis
• Introduction to Electrical Energy and Cost
• Understanding Electrical Units and Measurements

DAY 2

AC Circuits and Power Systems

• Fundamentals of Alternating Current (AC) and Waveforms
• Concepts of Frequency, Phase, and RMS Values
• Single-Phase vs. Three-Phase Power Systems
• Power Factor, Reactive Power, and Its Significance
• Introduction to Power Generation and Transmission
• The Role of Substations in Power Distribution

DAY 3

Electrical Equipment and Safety

• Principles of Operation for Transformers
• Different Types of Transformers and Applications
• Basic Motor Theory (Induction and Synchronous)Motor Starting Methods and Control
• Essential Electrical Safety Practices and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
• Hazards of Shock, Arc Flash, and Arc Blast

DAY 4

Protection, Grounding, and Diagrams

• Purpose and Types of Circuit Breakers and Fuses
• Introduction to Protective Relays and their Functions
• Principles of Grounding and Bonding Systems
• Reading and Interpreting Electrical Symbols
• Understanding Single-Line and Elementary Diagrams
• Troubleshooting Basic Circuit Problems

DAY 5

Distribution and Practical Applications

• Overview of Low and Medium Voltage Switchgear
• Understanding Cable and Conductor Sizing Basics
• Common Electrical Failures and Preventive Maintenance
• Interacting Effectively with Electrical Maintenance Teams
• Developing a Personal Electrical Safety Action Plan
• Post-test
• Certificate ceremony