Description

Week 1: Electrical Basics Introduction to Electricity: Voltage, Current, Resistance, and Power AC vs. DC Systems Circuit Components: Resistors, Capacitors, Inductors Electrical Safety and Grounding Ohm’s Law and Circuit Calculations Week 2: Electrical Devices and Control Systems Relays, Contactors, and Motor Starters Transformers, Circuit Breakers, and Fuses Electrical Diagrams and Symbols Manual and Automatic Switches Basics of Motors: AC and DC Motors Week 3: Introduction to PLC Panels Overview of PLC Panels: Purpose and Components PLC Panel Layout and Wiring Understanding I/O Modules in PLC Panels Power Supplies and Circuit Protection in Panels Interfacing PLCs with Electrical Components Week 4: PLC Programming and Integration Basics of Ladder Logic Programming Simple Control Circuits in PLC Panels Timer and Counter Applications Interlocking and Safety Circuits in Panels Practical Wiring and Testing of PLC Panels

Course Overview

This one-month course provides a comprehensive introduction to electrical fundamentals and PLC panel design. Students will learn essential concepts such as voltage, current, resistance, and the operation of key electrical components like relays, contactors, motors, and transformers. The course also introduces Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), focusing on panel design, wiring, and integration with electrical systems. By the end of the course, students will have hands-on experience in creating and testing PLC panels and gain a solid foundation for further studies in automation and electrical engineering.