Electrical Principles and Automation (TK)

Electrical Fundamentals

This module will cover the fundamental principles of electrical sciences and instrumentation. Students will learn to design, build, analyse and troubleshoot basic electrical and instrumentation circuits using microcontrollers through both theory and practical applications.

1. Analyse basic circuits using the fundamental laws of electrical science.

2. Describe the technology and use of common electrical and electronic components.

3. Illustrate and discuss the technology and use of common actuators.

4. Explain the basic principles of electrical power generation.

5. Apply basic safety principles

6. Specify, select, build, program and troubleshoot basic PLC circuits.