2h
E-learning Course:
The Basics of Electricity
What are the basic concepts of electricity? What components can be found in an electrical cabinet?
total duration
48
minutes of video
19
videos
Training for…
Master the issues related to the basics of electricity
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What you will learn
This course will begin by defining the basic concepts of electricity, voltage, current, resistance and the characteristics of alternating current. Then the different means of transporting and distributing electricity to the consumer will be described. Finally, the various components that make up an electrical cabinet, their definition and characteristics will be defined.
Educational Objectives
To understand the basic concepts of electricity
To know how electricity is distributed to consumers
To be familiar with the different components in an electrical cabinet
Target Skills
- To be able to identify the different components in an electrical cabinet
Your Contacts
Pascal FOURMOND
Course program:
The Basics of Electricity
Initial Evaluation
38 questions to find out what you already know about the basics of electricity. Focus on the key points!
Module 1 – Characteristics of Electricity
- What is Electricity?
- What is Voltage?
- What is Current?
- What is Resistance?
- Single-Phase Alternating Current
- Three-Phase Alternating Current
Module 2 – Transmission and Distribution of Electricity
- What is a Transformer?
- Electrical Grid and its Distribution
Module 3 – What Components can be found in an Electrical Cabinet?
- The Functions of the International Standard IEC 60364
- Switches
- Thermal Magnetic Circuit Breakers
- The Differential Circuit Breakers
- Auxiliary Relays
- Motor Protection Circuit Breakers
- Three-Phase Motors
- What is a Switch Disconnector?
- What are Fuses?
- What is a Contactor?
- Thermal Overload Relays
Final Evaluation
Find out what you know about the basics of electricity.
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An Initial Evaluation to determine educational needs
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Frequently Asked Questions - The Basics of Electricity
How does evaluation work?
There are two evaluations—an initial evaluation to determine your educational needs and a final test to see what you’ve learned. The two evaluations contain the same questions in order to measure your progress after taking the course.
Can I rewatch the videos and redo the evaluations after passing the course?
Absolutely! You can access all our videos and evaluations for 12 months. Take the course again if you need a refresher on some aspects.
Can I get a certificate?
Once you’ve passed a course, you can download a completion certificate.
Can I pause my course?
Yes, your progress is saved after each video and you can pick up where you left off.
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