Industrial Electrician Course

Lesson 1 • Lockout/Tagout and Personal Protective Equipment

Teaches energy isolation procedures and proper PPE selection. Ensures students can de-energise equipment safely before any hands-on work.

Lesson 2 • Atomic Theory and Electrical Principles

Covers electron flow, conductors, insulators, and semiconductors. Provides the theoretical foundation for all subsequent circuit analysis.

Lesson 3 • Electrical Hazard Recognition

Identifies shock, arc flash, and fire hazards in electrical environments. Connects hazard awareness to safe work practices introduced next.

Lesson 4 • Electrical Codes and Standards Overview

Introduces the purpose and structure of electrical installation standards and inspection processes. Establishes the regulatory framework referenced throughout the course.

Lesson 1 • DC Test Instruments and Measurement

Covers proper use of multimeters and clamp meters for DC measurements. Reinforces theoretical calculations with practical verification skills.

Lesson 2 • Series Circuit Characteristics

Examines current, voltage drops, and resistance in series circuits. Provides the baseline for comparing more complex topologies.

Lesson 3 • Series-Parallel Combination Circuits

Solves circuits containing both series and parallel elements using systematic reduction. Prepares students for real-world panel and load analysis.

Lesson 4 • Troubleshooting DC Circuits

Applies systematic fault-finding methods to opens, shorts, and high-resistance faults. Builds diagnostic reasoning used in all later chapters.

Lesson 1 • Inductance and Inductive Reactance

Explains how inductors oppose AC current and cause voltage to lead current. Essential for understanding motor and transformer behaviour.

Lesson 2 • AC Power: True, Reactive, and Apparent

Distinguishes watts, VARs, and volt-amperes using the power triangle. Introduces power factor as a key efficiency metric.

Lesson 3 • AC Waveform Fundamentals

Defines frequency, period, amplitude, and RMS values of sinusoidal waveforms. Establishes the language used in all AC analysis.

Lesson 4 • Impedance and Series RLC Circuits

Combines resistance, inductive reactance, and capacitive reactance into impedance using phasor diagrams. Directly supports AC load calculations.

Lesson 1 • Boxes, Fittings, and Terminations

Addresses junction box sizing, conduit fittings, and proper conductor termination methods. Ensures code-compliant and mechanically sound connections.

Lesson 2 • Conductor Types and Sizing

Explains insulation ratings, ampacity tables, and derating factors for conductors. Ensures correct wire selection for load and environment.

Lesson 3 • Cable Tray and Wireway Systems

Covers ladder, ventilated trough, and solid-bottom cable tray along with wireway installation. Expands wiring method knowledge for industrial environments.

Lesson 4 • Conduit Bending Techniques

Teaches stub-up, back-to-back, offset, and saddle bends using hand and mechanical benders. Develops precision bending skills required on every installation.

Lesson 1 • Switchgear and Panelboards

Explains the function and components of switchgear, switchboards, and panelboards. Prepares students to install and maintain distribution equipment.

Lesson 2 • Single-Phase and Three-Phase Systems

Compares single-phase two-wire, single-phase three-wire, and three-phase four-wire systems. Establishes the distribution topology used in most facilities.

Lesson 3 • Earthing and Bonding Systems

Distinguishes earthing from bonding and explains their roles in safety and fault clearing. Critical for compliant and safe power distribution installations.

Lesson 4 • Load Calculations and Service Sizing

Applies demand factors and load calculation methods to size services and feeders. Enables students to design distribution systems for real facilities.

Lesson 1 • Control Relays and Relay Logic

Covers relay construction, contact ratings, and the design of relay logic circuits. Bridges discrete control devices to programmable control concepts.

Lesson 2 • Timing and Counting Devices

Explains on-delay, off-delay, and one-shot timers along with preset counters. Adds time-based and count-based logic to control circuit design.

Lesson 3 • Pilot Devices and Selector Switches

Covers pushbuttons, selector switches, limit switches, and foot switches. Establishes the input devices that initiate control circuit actions.

Lesson 4 • Control Panel Layout and Wiring

Covers enclosure selection, component layout, wire duct, and terminal block wiring. Develops professional panel-building skills required in industrial settings.

Lesson 1 • Motor Nameplate and Selection

Interprets motor nameplate data including voltage, FLA, service factor, and enclosure type. Ensures correct motor selection and protection sizing.

Lesson 2 • Variable Frequency Drives

Explains VFD operation, parameter programming, and installation requirements. Prepares students for modern energy-efficient motor control applications.

Lesson 3 • AC Induction Motor Theory

Explains rotating magnetic fields, slip, torque, and speed-torque curves. Provides the theoretical basis for motor selection and control.

Lesson 4 • Magnetic Motor Starters and Contactors

Covers contactor construction, overload relay operation, and full-voltage starter wiring. Builds the foundation for all motor control circuit work.

Lesson 1 • Timer and Counter Instructions

Programs TON, TOF, and RTO timers along with CTU and CTD counters. Extends PLC programs to include time-based and count-based control.

Lesson 2 • Ladder Logic Programming Fundamentals

Teaches examine-if-closed, examine-if-open, and output coil instructions. Translates relay logic knowledge into PLC programming skills.

Lesson 3 • PLC Architecture and Hardware

Explains CPU, power supply, I/O modules, and communication ports. Establishes hardware knowledge needed before wiring or programming.

Lesson 4 • PLC Troubleshooting and Diagnostics

Uses online monitoring, force functions, and fault logs to diagnose PLC system faults. Develops systematic troubleshooting skills for automated systems.