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  • Introduction to Electrical Schematics

    Credits: 2 PDH

    PDH Course Description:

    This 30 page course introduces the basics of creating electrical schematics, pictorials, and wiring diagrams.

    Topics:

    • Electrical Symbology
    • Transformers, Switches, Fuses and Breakers
    • Relays, Contacts, Connectors, Lines, Resistors
    • Miscellaneous Electrical Components
    • Large Components
    • Types of Electrical Diagrams or Schematics
    • Reading Electrical Diagrams and Schematics

    To take this course:

    1.) Enroll in Course: Click below to enroll:
    (must be logged into your user account)


    2.) Study: Once enrolled, click below to begin the course:

    Download the Study Guide

    3.) Test: Once you've thoroughly read the course materials, please click below to take the final examination.

    Take the final exam

    4.) Certificate: A passing grade of 70% or higher on the exam, is required to receive the certificate of completion for this PDH course.
         NOTE: After the exam is completed, you will need to return to this page, in order to print (download) the certificate of completion.

    Print the Certificate of Completion

    Intended Audience: primarily for electrical, construction, mechanical, and industrial engineers.
    Publication Source: US Dept. of Energy


    Donald Parnell, PE

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