What You Will Learn!
- Calculate circuits
- Explain the interaction of amps, volts, and resistance
- Explain the interaction of volts, amps, and watts
- Understand basic safety concerns of electrical circuits
- Use of a multimeter to test circuits
- Compare parallel and series circuits
- Compare direct and alternating currents
- Calculate the cost of operating electrical components
Description
In order to understand, make or repair anything electrical from house wiring, automotive wiring, small electronic kits, electric motors etc. a basic understanding of electricity is needed.
This course will explain the basic principles of electricity along with how to test and apply them.
The course is intended as an introductory course for those who would like to be able to dabble in electronics and electricity. It is not intended to make you a proficient electrician. Remember electricity can be dangerous and have lasting consequences.
The course will consist of video clips/lectures. Images, charts, and brief reading as supplemental information. Quizzes are available for self assessment and practice of the information.
Who Should Attend!
- The course is intended for those who want to dabble in electronic kits
- If you aren't afraid of electricity, but don't really undestand it.
- Increase confidence in testing simple electrical circuits and appliances
- IT IS NOT to teach you how to make complicated electrical systems
- IT IS NOT intended to teach you how to wire anything
- IT IS NOT going to make you an electrician
