Objectives
At the end of the course participants will have a basic understanding of:
- Reading and understanding electrical drawing and wiring diagrams.
- Diagnose electrical problems using wiring diagrams.
- Practice the interpretation and fault tracing of electrical drawings.
- Read and Interpret Drawings and Schematics.
- Relate drawings to real world applications.
- Use drawings and schematics for Troubleshooting.
- Use drawings and schematics to Communicate with others.
- Create your own drawings
Outlines
Day 1:
Electrical Fundamentals for Print Reading
- Clarifying Terminology
- Effects of Current Flow
- Voltage Drop Calculations
- Importance of Electrical Drawings
- NEC® Drawing Requirements
- Drawing Control
Electrical Drawing Basics
- Types and Uses of Electrical Drawings
- Drawing Preparation and Ownership
- Design/Bid/Build Process
- Written Specifications
Day 2:
Electrical Drawings for Building Maintenance & Construction
Power Source, Breakers, Disconnects, Fuses, Fuse Block, Contactors, Overloads, Loads, Grounds, and Others
- Component Symbols
- Electrical Drawings
- Reading & Interpreting Code Requirements
- Real World Application
Day 3:
Industrial Control Prints
Transformers, Fuses, Jumpers, Switches, Relays, Timers, Transducers, Sensors, Circuit Loads, Grounds, Circuit Commons, and Others
- Understanding Relay Operation
- Electrical Schematic Diagrams
- Motor Termination Diagrams
- Electrical Ladder Diagrams for Control Circuits
- Block Diagrams
- IEC Symbols
- NEMA and IEC Circuit Comparison
- Reading & Interpreting Basic Motor Control Circuits
- Forward-Reverse Motor control
Day 4:
Real-World Applications
- HVAC Controls
- Burner Combustion
- DC Drive Motors
- AC Drive Motors
- Process Temperature Controls
- Lighting Controls
- Chemical Process Controls
- Others
Day 5:
PLC Ladder Diagrams
Who Should Attend
This course is designed for anyone responsible for the safe installation, maintenance, repair or inspection of electrical equipment, building electrical systems and general electrical wiring. This includes:
- All Building Maintenance Personnel
- All Plant & Facility Maintenance Technicians
- Electricians
- Mechanics
- HVAC Technicians
- Alarm & Low Voltage Technicians
- Stationary Engineers
- Building Engineers
- Maintenance Supervisors
- Electronic & Instrumentation Technicians
- Any person needing a basic course in Electrical Troubleshooting & Preventive Maintenance