Troubleshooting & Electrical Print Reading

This fundamental course was developed for technicians and managers who need to understand electrical power systems: how they are designed, what can go wrong and how to find the problem areas. Several types of drawings and schematics are explained, and hands-on exercises will demonstrate their practical use for basic troubleshooting.

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Course Description: This fundamental course was developed for technicians and managers who need to understand electrical power systems: how they are designed, what can go wrong and how to find the problem areas. Several types of drawings and schematics are explained, and hands-on exercises will demonstrate their practical use for basic troubleshooting.

Prerequisites: Attendees should have basic electrical training. Some field experience is recommended but not mandatory.

Course Learning Objectives:

  • Types of electrical system drawings, the basic layout and the purpose of each.
  • Legends used on electrical drawings
  • Understanding and identify typical electrical symbols
  • Standard ANSI/IEEE device numbers
  • How circuits and devices interact with each other
  • To understand the “logic” functions in electromechanical control systems
  • To troubleshoot electrical problems using elementary diagrams, one-line diagrams and Schematics.
  • To understand device functions and system operations such as circuit breaker and motor controls and transfer schemes.
  • Hands-on (~30%) training program augmented with round-table discussions, and perform practical exercises using elementary diagrams, one-line diagrams and schematics.