Learning Outcomes

Fundamentals of Electricity

Electrical Units and Ohm’s Law

Basics of Direct Current (DC) Circuits

Basics of Alternating Current

Lesson Summary

This module, Introduction to Basic Electricity, establishes the fundamentals of electricity and the behaviours of direct current (DC) and alternating current (AC) circuits.

Voltage Sources and Resistors

Capacitance and Capacitors

Magnets and Magnetism

Electrical Safety Measures

This module, Basic Electricity Components and Precautions, discusses the influence of voltages, resistors, and capacitors in an electrical circuit and the safety measures to take while at worksites.

Understanding Basic Electricity - Course Assessment

Explore the critical elements of electricity and their relationships with one another, in this free online course.

Understanding Basic Electricity

No matter which profession or hobby you want to pursue in the electrical or electronics field, it is vital to understand the basics of electricity. Studying the basics of electricity will give you insight into the essential components of electricity and their effects on electric circuits. This free online course is designed to train you on the behaviour of DC and AC circuits, as well as the relationships between critical elements of electricity.

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