
Basic Electrical Course
Get the foundational electrical knowledge and hands-on skills that employers and licensing boards expect. This course covers everything from safety procedures and circuit theory to wiring installations and troubleshooting. Whether you are starting your apprenticeship or sharpening your trade skills, this is the training that gets you job-ready.
What you will learn:
You will learn how electricity works at the atomic level and how to apply Ohm's Law, Kirchhoff's Laws, and circuit theorems to real DC and AC systems. You will master electrical safety, including PPE selection, hazard recognition, and lockout/tagout procedures. The course walks you through transformer operation, three-phase power, and power distribution systems. You will also develop practical wiring skills covering conductor sizing, overcurrent protection, conduit installation, and panel wiring. By the end, you will know how to diagnose common electrical faults using professional test instruments and how to maintain systems to prevent costly downtime.
How you study in practice Basic Electrical Course
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Course content
8 Chapters • 38 LessonsDuration between 4 and 360 hours (you decide)
Chapter 1HideHide detailsSee detailsElectrical Safety Principles
Electrical Safety Principles
Lesson 1 • Lockout and Tagout Procedures
Teaches energy isolation procedures to prevent accidental energisation. Ensures students can safely de-energise equipment before maintenance.
Lesson 2 • Emergency Response for Electrical Incidents
Prepares students to respond to electrical shock, fire, and arc flash events. Covers first aid priorities and emergency communication protocols.
Lesson 3 • Electrical Hazards and Risk Assessment
Identifies shock, arc flash, and fire hazards in electrical work. Develops systematic risk assessment skills for workplace safety.
Lesson 4 • Personal Protective Equipment
Specifies PPE selection and proper use for electrical tasks. Connects equipment choice to specific voltage levels and hazard categories.
Lesson 5 • Earthing and Bonding Safety
Explains protective earthing and equipotential bonding principles. Prevents shock and equipment damage through proper earthing practices.
Chapter 2HideHide detailsSee detailsFundamentals of Electricity
Fundamentals of Electricity
Lesson 1 • Electrical Power and Energy
Introduces power as the rate of energy transfer in a circuit. Links power calculations to practical energy consumption analysis.
Lesson 2 • Voltage, Current, and Resistance
Defines the three fundamental electrical quantities and their units. Connects measurable quantities to real circuit behaviour.
Lesson 3 • Sources of Electrical Energy
Surveys chemical, mechanical, and photovoltaic energy sources. Provides context for how electricity is generated and supplied.
Lesson 4 • Atomic Structure and Electric Charge
Explains how atomic particles produce electric charge and flow. Establishes the physical basis for all subsequent electrical concepts.
Chapter 3HideHide detailsSee detailsElectrical Circuits and Measurements
Electrical Circuits and Measurements
Lesson 1 • Using Electrical Test Instruments
Covers proper use of multimeters, ammeters, and voltmeters. Ensures accurate, safe measurement practices in live and de-energised circuits.
Lesson 2 • Circuit Components and Symbols
Identifies standard schematic symbols and component functions. Enables students to read and draw basic circuit diagrams accurately.
Lesson 3 • Kirchhoff's Laws
Applies Kirchhoff's Voltage and Current Laws to complex networks. Provides systematic tools for solving multi-loop circuit problems.
Lesson 4 • Series and Parallel Circuits
Analyses current and voltage behaviour in series and parallel configurations. Builds problem-solving skills for multi-component circuits.
Chapter 4HideHide detailsSee detailsDC Circuit Analysis
DC Circuit Analysis
Lesson 1 • Capacitors in DC Circuits
Examines capacitor charging, discharging, and time-constant behaviour. Connects RC circuit theory to timing and filtering applications.
Lesson 2 • Superposition Theorem
Analyses circuits with multiple independent sources using superposition. Builds systematic decomposition skills for complex DC networks.
Lesson 3 • Thevenin and Norton Theorems
Simplifies complex networks into equivalent two-terminal models. Enables efficient analysis of load behaviour across varying conditions.
Lesson 4 • Voltage Dividers and Current Dividers
Derives divider rules for resistive networks and applies them to circuit design. Simplifies analysis of multi-resistor voltage and current distribution.
Lesson 5 • Inductors in DC Circuits
Analyses inductor behaviour during current rise and decay in DC circuits. Introduces RL time constants and back-EMF effects.
Chapter 5HideHide detailsSee detailsAlternating Current Fundamentals
Alternating Current Fundamentals
Lesson 1 • Capacitive and Inductive Reactance
Calculates frequency-dependent opposition to AC in capacitors and inductors. Connects reactance to phase relationships between voltage and current.
Lesson 2 • Phasor Representation of AC Quantities
Introduces phasors as tools for representing sinusoidal voltages and currents. Simplifies AC calculations by converting time-domain signals to phasor form.
Lesson 3 • AC Waveform Characteristics
Defines sinusoidal waveform parameters including frequency, period, and amplitude. Establishes the mathematical foundation for all AC circuit analysis.
Lesson 4 • Impedance and AC Circuit Analysis
Combines resistance and reactance into complex impedance for AC circuits. Applies Ohm's Law in phasor form to series and parallel AC networks.
Lesson 5 • AC Power: Real, Reactive, and Apparent
Distinguishes real, reactive, and apparent power in AC systems. Introduces power factor and its significance for electrical system efficiency.
Chapter 6HideHide detailsSee detailsTransformers and Power Distribution
Transformers and Power Distribution
Lesson 1 • Power Distribution System Overview
Traces electrical power from generation through transmission to end-use loads. Identifies key distribution components and their protective functions.
Lesson 2 • Transformer Losses and Efficiency
Quantifies copper and core losses affecting transformer performance. Enables efficiency calculations and loss-reduction strategies.
Lesson 3 • Three-Phase Power Systems
Introduces three-phase generation, wye and delta configurations, and line quantities. Builds understanding of industrial power distribution topology.
Lesson 4 • Transformer Types and Construction
Surveys core types, winding configurations, and insulation systems. Prepares students to identify and select transformers for specific applications.
Lesson 5 • Transformer Operating Principles
Explains electromagnetic induction as the basis for transformer operation. Connects mutual inductance theory to practical voltage transformation.
Chapter 7HideHide detailsSee detailsElectrical Wiring and Installation
Electrical Wiring and Installation
Lesson 1 • Outlet, Switch, and Panel Wiring
Demonstrates correct wiring of sockets, switches, and distribution boards. Builds hands-on installation skills for common residential and commercial devices.
Lesson 2 • Conductors and Cable Types
Identifies conductor materials, insulation ratings, and cable assemblies. Enables correct cable selection for voltage, temperature, and environment.
Lesson 3 • Conduit Installation and Bending
Teaches conduit types, support requirements, and bending techniques. Prepares students to install conduit systems that protect conductors effectively.
Lesson 4 • Conductor Sizing and Ampacity
Applies ampacity tables and correction factors to select conductor sizes. Prevents overheating and voltage drop in wiring installations.
Lesson 5 • Overcurrent Protection Devices
Covers fuse and circuit breaker types, ratings, and coordination principles. Ensures proper protection of conductors and equipment from overcurrent.
Chapter 8HideHide detailsSee detailsElectrical Troubleshooting and Maintenance
Electrical Troubleshooting and Maintenance
Lesson 1 • Advanced Test Instrument Use
Applies insulation resistance testers, clamp meters, and oscilloscopes to fault diagnosis. Expands diagnostic capability beyond basic multimeter measurements.
Lesson 2 • Troubleshooting Methodology
Introduces a structured diagnostic process for electrical faults. Reduces repair time by applying logical elimination and root-cause analysis.
Lesson 3 • Preventive Maintenance Programmes
Designs scheduled inspection and maintenance routines for electrical equipment. Reduces unplanned downtime through proactive condition monitoring.
Lesson 4 • Motor and Control Circuit Troubleshooting
Diagnoses faults in motor starters, contactors, and control wiring. Applies ladder diagram reading skills to isolate control circuit failures.
Lesson 5 • Common Electrical Faults
Identifies open circuits, short circuits, earth faults, and high-resistance connections. Connects fault signatures to specific diagnostic tests and corrective actions.
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This course is for you:
Aspiring electricians: building the knowledge base for apprenticeship entry.
Maintenance technicians: expanding electrical competency beyond their current role.
Construction workers: adding electrical skills to increase on-site versatility.
Career changers: transitioning into the trades from unrelated professional backgrounds.
DIY homeowners: seeking a serious, structured understanding of residential electrical systems.
Engineering students: reinforcing classroom theory with practical, trade-level application.
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