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Electrical Systems Department

Department Overview

Department Name:	Electrical Systems Department
Number of Classes:	15

Department Description

Possibly the most important source of power that we rely on is electricity. Electricity powers our computers, drives the machines tools in a manufacturing shop, and lights the facility. To maintain all this electrical equipment, employees must understand the fundamentals of electricity and the components used to generate, control, and store it.

These classes explain the key concepts of electrical maintenance for individuals in the manufacturing environment. The class content first addresses the main principles, units of measurement, and components used in simple electrical circuits. Intermediate-level classes address methods for calculating electrical units, the principles of alternating current, and specific comparisons regarding the selection of electrical components.

Department Classes

Class Name	Prereq.	Lessons	Difficulty
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Electrical Units 110 This class describes how electricity flows and explains the basic units used to measure electricity.	None	20	Beginner
Safety for Electric Work 115 This class describes the safety risks associated with electricity. It also discusses the necessary precautions for working with electricity safely. *Includes an Interactive Lab.*	None	16	Beginner
Intro to Circuits 120 This class describes the basic components of an electrical circuit and explains how they are represented in schematic drawings. *Includes an Interactive Lab.*	None	19	Beginner
Intro to Magnetism 130 This class covers the fundamental principles of magnetism and explains its relationship to electricity.	None	16	Beginner
DC Circuit Components 140 This class explains the function and purpose of the various components used in DC circuits.	None	15	Beginner
NEC Overview 150 This class introduces the NEC codebook and explains how it is used by electrical workers. *Includes an Interactive Lab.*	None	17	Beginner
Series Circuit Calculations 200 This class covers the formulas and rules for calculating the values of voltage, current, resistance, and power in direct-current series circuits.	550110 550120	18	Intermediate
Parallel Circuit Calculations 205 This class introduces the rules and formulas for parallel circuit calculations.	550110 550115 550120	16	Intermediate
AC Fundamentals 210 This class introduces the concept of alternating current (AC) and describes the variables that measure AC power.	550110 550115 550120	15	Intermediate
Electrical Instruments 220 An overview of the various meters used in electrical maintenance. Basic principles, proper usage, and safety procedures are discussed.	550110 550115 550120	16	Intermediate
Electrical Print Reading 225 This class explains the basic principles of reading electrical prints with an emphasis on schematic symbols. *Includes an Interactive Lab.*	550120 550140	15	Intermediate
DC Power Sources 230 This course introduces the various means by which DC power is created and used. It also discusses DC power generation and the limits of its applications. *Includes an Interactive Lab.*	550110 550130 550140	18	Intermediate
AC Power Sources 235 This course introduces the various means by which AC power is produced and used. It also covers AC’s advantages over DC and power transformation. *Includes an Interactive Lab.*	550110 550115 550120 550130	19	Intermediate
Conductor Selection 240 This course describes different conductor and insulation types and explains proper wire sizing according to NEC standards and calculations. *Includes an Interactive Lab.*	550110 550115 550150	15	Intermediate
Battery Selection 250 This class discusses the factors on which batteries are rated and describes many of the most common battery types. *Includes an Interactive Lab.*	550110 550115 550140	17	Intermediate