Basics of Electricity (Dual), 3.5 PDHs

This course provides the fundamental electrical knowledge needed to understand controls and the use of electrical circuit drawings (Dual), 3.5 PDHs. 

Training Level: Essentials Level I
Type: Individual Course

Non-Member Price: $63.00
Member Price: $48.00

Details

This course provides the fundamental electrical knowledge needed to understand controls and the use of electrical circuit drawings.

Upon completing of this course, you will be able to: 

  • Understand the mathematical relationships between power, voltage, current, and resistance (Ohm’s Law and Power Law)
  • Understanding the importance of capacitance, inductance, power factor
  • Comprehend the uses and functions of relays
  • Examine how transformers work and why they are used in power services and control systems
  • Determine how the motor starter functions
  • Identify the advantages of variable speed drives for fans
  • Become familiar with Boolean logic, and relay logic using electrical circuit drawings (ladder diagrams)

This course can be subscribed to independently, as a part of the HVAC Control Systems Course Package (I-P) and (SI), or part of Control Systems eLibrary.