🎯 Course Description:
This 5-day foundational course is designed to provide a clear, practical understanding of basic electricity concepts for both technical and non-technical personnel working around or with electrical systems.
It explains electrical theory, components, systems, safety practices, and troubleshooting basics in simple, easy-to-follow terms. Ideal for engineers from other disciplines, technicians, operators, administrative staff in technical environments, and safety officers, this course empowers participants to safely interact with electrical environments and communicate effectively with electrical teams.
The course includes demonstrations, hands-on exercises, and simplified real-world examples to reinforce understanding without requiring prior technical knowledge.
👥 Who Should Attend:
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Non-electrical engineers (mechanical, civil, chemical, etc.)
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New electrical technicians and assistants
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Safety officers and administrative staff in industrial environments
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Equipment operators and support staff
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Anyone working around electricity in technical or industrial settings
🗓️ Day 1: Introduction to Electricity
| Time | Topic |
|---|---|
| 08:30 – 09:00 | Welcome, Introductions & Course Objectives |
| 09:00 – 10:30 | What is Electricity? – Current, voltage, power, resistance (Ohm’s Law simplified) |
| 10:30 – 10:45 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 10:45 – 12:15 | Basic Electrical Quantities – Units, symbols, meters (A, V, W, Ω) |
| 12:15 – 01:15 | 🍽 Lunch Break |
| 01:15 – 02:45 | Series vs. Parallel Circuits – Basic understanding with diagrams |
| 02:45 – 03:00 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 03:00 – 04:30 | Workshop: Using a multimeter to measure voltage and resistance |
🗓️ Day 2: Electrical Components and Circuits
| Time | Topic |
|---|---|
| 08:30 – 10:00 | Introduction to Common Components – Switches, fuses, breakers, wires, loads |
| 10:00 – 10:15 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 10:15 – 12:15 | AC vs. DC – Simple explanation, where each is used |
| 12:15 – 01:15 | 🍽 Lunch Break |
| 01:15 – 02:45 | Simple Circuit Assembly – Hands-on assembly of lamp circuits |
| 02:45 – 03:00 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 03:00 – 04:30 | Workshop: Building a basic lighting or fan control circuit |
🗓️ Day 3: Electrical Systems and Safety
| Time | Topic |
|---|---|
| 08:30 – 10:00 | Introduction to Electrical Systems – Panels, wiring, motors, loads |
| 10:00 – 10:15 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 10:15 – 12:15 | Understanding Single Phase vs. Three Phase – Simple visuals and examples |
| 12:15 – 01:15 | 🍽 Lunch Break |
| 01:15 – 02:45 | Electrical Hazards – Shock, burns, arc flash, equipment damage |
| 02:45 – 03:00 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 03:00 – 04:30 | Workshop: Identifying unsafe electrical conditions in your workplace |
🗓️ Day 4: Control Devices and Troubleshooting Basics
| Time | Topic |
|---|---|
| 08:30 – 10:00 | Relays, Contactors, and Timers – What They Do (Simple Explanation) |
| 10:00 – 10:15 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 10:15 – 12:15 | Intro to Electrical Drawings & Symbols – Reading basic schematics |
| 12:15 – 01:15 | 🍽 Lunch Break |
| 01:15 – 02:45 | Common Electrical Problems and Causes – Open circuit, overload, poor connections |
| 02:45 – 03:00 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 03:00 – 04:30 | Workshop: Simulated troubleshooting using simple diagrams and kits |
🗓️ Day 5: Working Safely Around Electricity & Wrap-up
| Time | Topic |
|---|---|
| 08:30 – 10:00 | Basic Electrical Safety Rules – PPE, signage, safe distances |
| 10:00 – 10:15 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 10:15 – 12:15 | Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) Awareness – Why it’s done and what to look for |
| 12:15 – 01:15 | 🍽 Lunch Break |
| 01:15 – 03:00 | Communication with Electrical Teams – How to ask questions and report hazards |
| 03:00 – 03:15 | ☕ Coffee Break |
| 03:15 – 04:30 | Final Q&A, Assessment, Participant Feedback & Certificate Distribution |
📂 Course Materials Provided:
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Basic electricity handbook (with visuals and glossaries)
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Ohm’s Law chart and formula reference sheet
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Multimeter and circuit-building exercises
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Electrical safety awareness posters
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Practical troubleshooting flowcharts
