Diploma in Electrical Studies | 2017

Alison’s free online Diploma in Electrical Studies course gives a better insight into how electricity makes our lives more comfortable. It lights up our streets and buildings and enables us to enjoy electronic devices, thanks to the skilled electricians and engineers working behind the scenes. Take this course and gain a thorough understanding of the basic concepts and practices of the electrical trade for your career enhancement.

What You Will Learn In This Free Course

The Electrical Trade

In this module, you will be introduced to the electrical trade. You will learn about various terms associated with the electrical trade and be able to describe the significance of the electrical trade in today’s times.

Electrical Safety

This module will teach you about electrical safety. You will learn about the hazards of working with electric power and the different types of electric burns.; Module

Electrical Circuits

In this module, you will learn about electrical circuits and how electricity works in them. You will learn about the reaction and involvement of atoms in electric circuits. This module will also teach you about Ohm’s law.

Electrical Theory

This module teaches you about the theoretical aspects of the electrical trade. You will become knowledgeable on the differences between series and parallel circuits and be able to explain Kirchhoff’s law.

Diploma in Electrical Studies – First Assessment

You must score 80% or more to pass this assessment.; Module

Device Boxes

In this module, you will learn more about device boxes and their use in electrical wiring systems. You will become knowledgeable on terms associated with electrical device boxes and the various types of device boxes that electricians work with.

Hand Bending Conduit

This module will inform you on hand bending conduits and the purpose of using electrical conduits. You will learn about the importance of using hand benders on the job and be able to describe the techniques for using hand-operated conduit benders.

Raceways and Fittings

In this module, you will learn about raceways and fittings. You will become informed on the different types of metal conduit fittings available to electricians and how to store raceways.; Module

Conductors and Cables

In this module, you will become knowledgeable on conductors and cables. You will be able to identify different equipment used for installing conductors into conduits. This module will also teach you the procedure involved in feeding conductors into conduits.

Diploma in Electrical Studies – Second Assessment

You must score 80% or more to pass this assessment.; Module

Basic Electrical Drawings

This module will teach you the importance of interpreting electrical drawings accurately. You will learn about the various terms associated with electrical drawings and the different electrical symbols.; Module

Electrical Test Equipment

In this module, you will learn about electrical test equipment. You will learn about different test instruments and meters and be able to explain how a moving-coil meter operates. This module will teach you about precautions for working safely with test equipment.

Diploma in Electrical Studies – Third Assessment

You must score 80% or more to pass this assessment.; Module

Course assessment