Duration 3 days – 21 hrs
Overview.
This hands-on course provides foundational knowledge in basic electricity and electronics, specifically designed for individuals working in facility management and maintenance roles. Participants will learn key concepts, component functions, circuit basics, and troubleshooting techniques that are essential for effective facility support.
Objectives
- Gain a solid understanding of fundamental electricity and electronics principles.
- Identify and understand the purpose of essential electrical components.
- Develop skills to assemble, test, and troubleshoot basic electrical circuits.
- Apply safe practices in handling electrical equipment.
- Equip participants with the skills to address minor electrical issues within a facility.
Audience
- Facility maintenance personnel and technicians.
- Facility managers seeking technical knowledge in electricity and electronics.
- Newcomers to the field of facility management.
- Individuals interested in upskilling in basic electronics for facility maintenance.
Pre- requisites
- No prior experience in electricity or electronics is required.
Course Content
Introduction to Electricity and Electronics
- Fundamental concepts: voltage, current, resistance, and power.
- AC vs. DC electricity.
- Importance of basic electricity and electronics knowledge in facility operations.
Understanding Electrical Components
- Identifying resistors, capacitors, inductors, diodes, transistors, and integrated circuits.
- Function and applications of each component.
- Hands-on practice: identifying and testing basic components.
Circuit Theory and Calculations
- Introduction to Ohm’s Law and Kirchhoff’s Laws.
- Series and parallel circuits: structure and calculations.
- Practical exercises: calculating voltage, current, and resistance in simple circuits.
Safety Practices in Electricity and Electronics
- Safe handling of electrical equipment and components.
- Personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety standards.
- Hands-on demonstration: safe usage of electrical tools and equipment.
Basic Circuit Assembly and Testing
- Introduction to breadboarding and circuit assembly basics.
- Assembling simple circuits (e.g., LED and resistor circuit).
- Practical exercises: testing assembled circuits with multimeters.
Troubleshooting Fundamentals
- Techniques for identifying and resolving common electrical issues.
- Reading circuit diagrams for troubleshooting guidance.
- Hands-on practice: troubleshooting and fixing simple circuit faults.
Practical Applications in Facility Maintenance
- Applying electricity and electronics knowledge in facility scenarios.
- Introduction to electrical fixtures commonly found in facilities.
- Case studies: real-world applications and maintenance scenarios.
Final Assessment and Review
- Comprehensive review of key concepts and skills.
- Group exercise: assembling, testing, and troubleshooting a circuit.
- Q&A and course feedback session.
