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Line E - Electrical Fundamentals Competency E-1

Describe the Basic Principles of Electricity
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You will use electricity daily. Vehicles and machinery are started and often operated by electricity. Electric tools make the performance of your job easier and more efficient. However, to use electricity safely and effectively, it is important to understand electricity’s terminology and principles.

The following list of lines and competencies was generated with the goal of creating an entry-level trades training resource, while still offering the flexibility for lines to be used as stand-alone books.

  • E-1 Describe the Basic Principles of Electricity,
  • E-2 Identify Common Circuit Components and Their Symbols,
  • E-3 Explain Wiring Connections,
  • E-4 Use Multimeters.

Special thanks to CAPER-BC (https://caperbc.ca/) for creating the audio recording for each Competency.

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Camosun College
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BCcampus
Publish Date
2015
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Undergraduate
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Electrical Instructor
David Johns, SAIT Polytechnic
I honestly would have a reconsideration of the CONTENT within this text. The author has a good grasp on the topic, but it could be adjusted to make the topic of discussion much clearer. I would be happy to assist if asked.„
Reviewed on 10/6/2017
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Stephen Wirt, Saskatchewan Polytechnic
I was impressed with the Open Textbook Line E: Electrical Fundamentals . The content has introduced me to varied explanation methods that will help me to effectively instruct/deliver the electrical content of our Apprentice Training in ...„
Reviewed on 8/23/2016

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