Why attend this learning programme?
This course covers the basic operation of the electrical system and its operating components. Course delegates will gain an in-depth knowledge of the electrical system for troubleshooting and maintenance purposes
Who should attend?
This course is targeted for all earthmoving equipment mechanics, who want to increase their knowledge of machine electrics and electronics.
What are the course pre-requisites?
Course delegates must have a working knowledge of earthmoving equipment machines, and must be able to communicate at an NQF level 2: literacy and numeracy
What are learning outcomes?
Explain the principles of electricity
Describe direct current and alternating current
Explain the operating principle of electromagnets
Describe voltage, resistance and current in a circuit
Define Ohm’s law
Explain what is series, parallel and series-parallel circuits
Explain the operation of a battery
Understand how to read electrical drawings
Understand the basic operation of a starter motor
Explain the operation of an alternator
Understand how to conduct basic electrical maintenance
Course Duration?
5 Days
What will you learn?
Day One:
Introduction to the electrical system
Principles of electricity
Direct current and alternating current
Operating principle of electromagnets
Describe voltage, resistance and current in a circuit
Day 2:
Define Ohm`s Law
Explain what is series, parallel and series-parallel circuits
Day 3:
Explain the operation of a battery
Understand how to read electrical drawings
Day 4:
Understand the basic operation of a starter motor
Explain the operation of an alternator
Day 5:
Understand how to conduct basic electrical maintenance
Course consolidation
Assessment
What is the preferred number of delegates per course?
For the best benefit to learners, we require a minimum of 6 delegates and a maximum of 20 delegates for the theory training.
| Unit Std ID | Unit Standard Description | NQF Level | No of Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| 253440 | Assemble mechanical components | 2 | 12 |
| 243769 | Demonstrate knowledge of lubrication | 2 | 2 |
| 253582 | Lift and move a load using manual lifting equipment and tackle | 2 | 8 |
| 13219 | Maintain static seals in machines and / or equipment | 2 | 4 |
| 1162319 | Operate a pendant controlled overhead crane | 2 | 5 |
| 13258 | Participate in workgroup activities | 2 | 4 |
| 15123 | Select and use vehicle lifting equipment | 2 | 3 |
| 13220 | Keep the work area safe and productive | 2 | 8 |
| 260717 | Remove and fit automobile components | 2 | 12 |
| 119744 | Select, use and care for engineering measuring equipment | 2 | 4 |
| 12219 | Select, use and care for engineering power tool | 2 | 6 |
| 119463 | Access and use information from texts | 2 | 5 |
| 9008 | Identify, describe, compare, classify, explore shape and motion in 2- and 3- dimensional shapes in different contexts | 2 | 3 |
| 119454 | Maintain and adapt oral/signed communication | 2 | 5 |
| 119460 | Use language and communication in occupational learning programmes | 2 | 5 |
| 9007 | Work with a range of patterns and functions and solve problems | 2 | 5 |
| 119456 | Write/present for a defined context | 2 | 5 |
| 116932 | Operate a personal computer system | 2 | 3 |
| 244056 | Understand the fundamentals of engine technology | 2 | 4 |
| 243769 | Demonstrate knowledge of lubrication | 2 | 2 |
| 253425 | Repair internal combustion engines | 2 | 5 |
| 12211 | Build auto electrical circuits | 2 | 16 |
