Introduction to Electrical Building Services

The Institution of Engineering and Technology - IET

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13 hours

175 GBP excl. VAT

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Course description

Introduction to Electrical Building Services

This course offers a simple but thorough review of all aspects of electricity use within buildings.

The course starts by introducing how electricity is generated, transmitted and enters buildings. Next, it explains how electricity is used in buildings through lighting, power, heating systems and other examples. The course then continues to explain electrical protection and miscellaneous and associated systems such as fire alarm systems, lighting protection and IT network systems.

Level: Technical

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Suitability - Who should attend?

This course is suitable for engineering students, electrician's apprentices, non-technical staff and other members of staff who want to learn more about wider electrical building services and how their products fit in.

Outcome / Qualification etc.

By the end of this course you will be able to:

Understand all general aspects of electricity use within buildings
Converse with more senior electrical engineering staff
Be confident with electrical products

Training Course Content

Units included in this course

Unit 1: Introduction to Electrical Building Services
Unit 2: Power Generation and Distribution
Unit 3: Supply and Distribution of Low Voltage Electricity
Unit 4: Final Circuits and Earthing
Unit 5: Motors and Drives
Unit 6: Mechanical Plant and Controls
Unit 7: Lighting Systems and Emergency Lighting
Unit 8: Uninterruptible Power Supply Systems
Unit 9: Fire and Intruder Alarms
Unit 10: Lightning Protection Systems
Unit 11: Data Networks
Unit 12: Case Study
Final Assessment

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