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EST 3030 - Basic Electricity


Clock Hours: 60

Delivery Mode
on-ground

Industry Certifications NC3 - Fundamentals of AC 
NC3 - Fundamentals of DC 

Course Description:
This introductory course provides comprehensive instruction on the fundamentals of basic electricity and electronics.  The course content focuses on alternating current (AC) and direct current (DC) circuits.  Students will explore essential electrical laws including Ohm’s Law, Watt’s Law, and Kirchoff’s Law and apply these to analyze and troubleshoot electrical circuits.  Emphasis is placed on understanding and interpreting schematic diagrams, identifying electrical symbols, and examining the function of individual components within a circuit.  Students will learn how to calculate electrical loads, measure voltage and current, and select and size conductors based on various parameters.  The course also provides instruction on the use and analysis of batteries, resistors, transformers, relays, as well as the principles of inductance and capacitance in circuits.  Students will gain experience using testing equipment including digital multimeters to evaluate circuit performance and component functionality to ensure precision throughout manufacturing processes. 

Student Learning Outcomes:

  1. Describe what electricity is and distinguish between AC and DC circuits. 

  1. Explain how electrical energy is used in various applications. 

  1. Demonstrate an understanding of Ohm’s Law, Watt’s Law, and Kirchoff’s Law through accurate calculations and analysis of electrical circuits. 

  1. Read and interpret schematic diagrams and electrical symbols to understand and construct basic electrical circuits. 

  1. Identify and explain the function of common electrical components including resistors, capacitors. 

  1. Accurately measure voltage, current, and resistance using appropriate test instruments, and perform electrical load and power calculations. 

  1. Build and analyze series, parallel, and combination circuits, calculating total current, voltage drops, and power consumption. 

  1. Identify circuit faults and verify proper voltage and operation using multimeters.   

  1. Understand the purpose and function of relays and correctly wire relays into circuits for practical application exercises. 

  1. Describe how DC motors operate, identify different types, and analyze how wiring configurations affect motor performance. 

  1. Explain the differences in transformer types; wire single-phase and three-phase transformers in both high and low voltage applications.