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This five-day program is used regularly by industrial plants and industries utilizing cross-training to increase productivity, effectiveness and flexibility in their workforce. It also provides an excellent foundation in electrical maintenance and troubleshooting for workers entering apprenticeship programs, leapfrogging them several years ahead in their knowledge, skills and abilities.
The successful student will receive a solid understanding of single and three phase electrical systems, installation procedures and troubleshooting techniques. The program places maximum emphasis on teaching troubleshooting and preventive maintenance skills combined with safe work practices and procedures. This program saved one client a year of OJT with increases in safety, quality and productivity.
Who should attend: Millwrights, mechanics, and other trades who's jobs require a certain amount of cross training in industrial electrical systems. This also includes workers who may need simply to communicate effectively with electrical workers.
Unfortunately, this course does not currently have any upcoming dates.
Yet, if you're interested in it, please chat with our sales team
or fill out a quote request so we can get one scheduled in your area.
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Paul Fitton, Champion Drilling"I got a better understanding of how different electrical systems work and got lots of hands on practical learning. My instructor was excellent and helped me personally, so I would remember and understand what I'd been taught."
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Yuri Piplenko, Millwright"This was an informative course and covered a lot of aspects of electrical trade safety. The instructor was intelligent with a good sense of humor. I wish all electrical trades people had the opportunity to study this course."
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Craig R Balfour, Brandt"I would recommend this course to anyone interested because you should have an understanding of troubleshooting in this line of work. The instructor was very good, gave detailed explanations and was always willing to help."
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Don Dukart, Enbridge"The practical portion of this course was excellent and kept interesting by our instructor. The troubleshooting and circuitry training made this a very worthwhile course."
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Ron Book, Glenboro Mechanical"This is a good course to take to get a better understanding of what electricity actually does in a low voltage system. It also helped me understand which tools can help me while troubleshooting and what to expect when working with an electrician."
Course topics
I. TEST ELECTRICAL CIRCUITS
Objective: Conduct basic measurements in an electrical circuit or system using a multimeter.
II. TEST ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
Objective: Test electrical components and circuits using a DMM.
III. APPLY ELECTRICAL FUNDAMENTALS
Objective: Explain the basic principles of electricity and how circuits operate.
View all topicsI. TEST ELECTRICAL CIRCUITS
Objective: Conduct basic measurements in an electrical circuit or system using a multimeter.
- Use Digital Multimeters
- Measure Voltage
- Measure Current
- Measure Power
- Evaluate Students
II. TEST ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
Objective: Test electrical components and circuits using a DMM.
- Test Conductors
- Measure Circuit Resistance
- Test Insulation
- Evaluate Students
III. APPLY ELECTRICAL FUNDAMENTALS
Objective: Explain the basic principles of electricity and how circuits operate.
- Apply Ohms Law
- Apply Watts Law
- Apply Direct Current Theory
- Apply Alternating Current Theory
- Troubleshoot Electrical Circuits
- Evaluate Students
IV. TROUBLESHOOT ELECTRICAL FAULTS
Objective: Troubleshoot electrical circuit and system faults.
- Identify System Problems
- Identify Maintenance Problems
- Identify Operating Problems
- Troubleshoot Circuit Problems
- Evaluate Students
V. OPERATE ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
Objective: Inspect and evaluate the construction and operation of electrical circuits.
- Read Electrical Diagrams
- Identify Color Coding
- Plan Circuit Device Installations
- Inspect 120 Volt Circuit Installations
- Plan 120/240 Volt Circuit Installations
- Evaluate Transformer Applications
- Compare Three Phase Systems
- Evaluate Students
VI. REPLACE SINGLE PHASE EQUIPMENT
Objective: Replace single phase electrical equipment following proper methods, techniques and applicable regulations.
- Inspect Circuit Simulator Boards
- Connect Wires
- Connect Cables
- Connect Cord Ends
- Connect Lights
- Connect Receptacles
- Connect Single Phase Motors
- Connect Single Phase Panels
- Evaluate Students
VII. ARC FLASH AND LOW VOLTAGE SAFETY
Objective: Recognize the damage electricity can cause to the human body, identify common causes and follow safe work practices and procedures.
- Intro to the CSA Z462 standard.
- Avoid Electric Shocks.
- Avoid Arc Flash Hazards
- Select appropriate PPE
- Use Rubber Gloves Effectively.
- Isolate Circuits and Test Dead
- Safe Switching Methods
VIII. TROUBLESHOOT SINGLE PHASE SYSTEMS
Objective: Test, troubleshoot and diagnose single phase electrical circuit problems following proper methods and techniques.
- Troubleshoot Open Circuits
- Troubleshoot Short Circuits
- Evaluate Students
IX. MAINTAIN PROTECTIVE SYSTEMS
Objective: the systems that protect people, equipment, materials and the environment.
- Describe Power Company Grounding
- Ground Electrical Systems
- Bond Electrical Equipment
- Ground Electrical Equipment
- Maintain Double Insulation
- Test Fuses
- Test Breakers
- Test GFCI's
- Evaluate Students
X. TEST CIRCUIT SAFETY AND CONTROL DEVICES
Objective: Test circuit safety, control and magnetic devices.
- Test Magnetic Devices
- Test Safety Devices
- Test Control Devices
- Evaluate Students
XI. REPLACE THREE PHASE EQUIPMENT
Objective: Replace three phase electrical equipment following proper methods, techniques and applicable regulations.
- Mount System Simulator Boards
- Connect Three Phase Panel Boards
- Connect Three Phase Cables
- Connect Three Phase Manual Starters
- Connect Three Phase AC Motors
- Identify Three Phase Motor Failures
- Connect Three Phase Magnetic Starters
- Protect Three Phase Motors
- Evaluate Students
XII. TROUBLESHOOT THREE PHASE SYSTEMS
Objective: Test, troubleshoot and diagnose three phase electrical circuit problems following proper methods and techniques.
- Troubleshoot Power Circuit Faults
- Troubleshoot Control Circuit Faults
- Evaluate Students
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Dave Smith
Years of Experience48Dave Smith has been an Industrial Maintenance Electrician since 1975. He has taught maintenance, troubleshooting and safety courses to thousands of electricians in mines, mills, refineries, factories, plants, power stations and offshore platforms throughout North America and the Middle East. Dave is a hands-on guy and teaches from a field perspective with his intended audience being his utmost concern...
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Taylor Lush, Syncrude Canada"I thought Dave did a very good job of presenting the course material. He was also very thorough."
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Teghan Hume, CanrigThe instructor was well spoken and had a great deal of knowledge, he was eager to share. Promoted safe work excellently. The course was very informative. It made you stop and re-evaluate work habits you might not have considered before.
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Greg Baun, Akita Drilling"The instructor, Dave Smith was clear and covered a lot of information in the 4 days. He is very knowledgeable and really knows is stuff."
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Wayne Jeffrey
Years of Experience41Wayne brings 41 years of experience in the electrical and instrumentation industry. He is a master electrician and a journeyman instrument mechanic. He started in the early 80’s with a petroleum company in the Lloydminster area performing maintenance duties. He then started and ran his own contracting company for 15 yrs. in Lloydminster. After he sold the company, he started working with a local...
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Adam LeChasseur, GCT DeltaportWayne Jeffrey was by far the best instructor I've ever had in any electrical training session I've taken before.
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Tavis Bowie, BluEarth RenewablesWayne was very patient and accommodating to a variety of skill sets within the students in attendance.
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Rick Burroughs, Blue Ridge LumberI found Wayne to be very informative and the course to be fulfilling.
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Dave Cox
Years of Experience43Dave began his career in commercial high rises in Calgary. He then spent time working industrial oilfield maintenance electrical in Alberta followed by General Motors in Oshawa Ontario, Koch fertilizer and Husky Oil in Manitoba, Baffin Island at an iron ore mine and commissioning in the Alberta oildsands sector.Dave is also an avid whitewater rafting professional, and has served as a guide in Ontario...
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Brad Moon, SherritDavid was very knowledgeable, I really appreciated him expanding on the curriculum with his own experience.
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Darrin Grone, Global Container GroupDave is very knowledgeable in the electrical department. His experience with GM has helped bridge the mechanical side.
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Zach Berthier, Global Container TerminalsDave was very clear with instructions and helpful with problem-solving and fault finding.
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Jim Roberts
Years of Experience43Jim Roberts brings over 43 years of experience in the electrical field. A graduate from the Georgian College Electrical Engineering program, he started his career at Toronto Hydro Electrical Systems as a High Voltage Underground Cable Fault Technician then proceeded to Toronto Transit Commission where he obtained his red seal 309A electrical license and became a Maintenance/Construction Electrician...
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Chue Yee Vang, CumminsThis instructor has a lot of credentials and is very knowledgeable in various types of electrical components. He was able to apply to work-related experiences for us to get a better understanding.
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Conrad Castillo, Littelfuse StartcoThe instructor; Jim Roberts did very well. He was very thorough and entertaining in the course. Jim was also able to keep my attention and kept me engaged in this course. Thanks Jim!”
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Terry Simpson, Department of National Defence, RPOPS Electrician“Jim Roberts is a knowledgeable instructor in this area of the trade. His course is a definite requirement.”
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"I got a better understanding of how different electrical systems work and got lots of hands on practical learning. My instructor was excellent and helped me personally, so I would remember and understand what I'd been taught."
Paul Fitton, Champion Drilling -
"This was an informative course and covered a lot of aspects of electrical trade safety. The instructor was intelligent with a good sense of humor. I wish all electrical trades people had the opportunity to study this course."
Yuri Piplenko, Millwright -
"This course was well worth the time and money and gave a good foundation for solving problems. There was lots of real life issues covered as the instructor brought a lot of valuable experience to the class."
Jody Beutler, Layne Christensen -
"This was a great course. I learned a lot that I will be able to use out in the field. Also, I got a wake up call to power and what it really can do. I will be using my new rubber gloves and leather gloves when testing."
Don Lewchuk, Nov Brandt -
"I would recommend this course to anyone interested because you should have an understanding of troubleshooting in this line of work. The instructor was very good, gave detailed explanations and was always willing to help."
Craig R Balfour, Brandt -
"The practical portion of this course was excellent and kept interesting by our instructor. The troubleshooting and circuitry training made this a very worthwhile course."
Don Dukart, Enbridge -
"This is a good course to take to get a better understanding of what electricity actually does in a low voltage system. It also helped me understand which tools can help me while troubleshooting and what to expect when working with an electrician."
Ron Book, Glenboro Mechanical
| Day 1 | |
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| Start Time, Introduction | 08:00 - 10:00 am |
| Morning Break | 10:00 - 10:15 am |
| Class Time | 10:15 - 12:00 pm |
| Lunch | 12:00 - 01:00 pm |
| Class Time, Followed by afternoon break | 01:00 - 03:00 pm |
| Class Time, End Time | 03:15 - 04:30 pm |
| Day 2 | |
|---|---|
| Start Time, Introduction | 08:00 - 10:00 am |
| Morning Break | 10:00 - 10:15 am |
| Class Time | 10:15 - 12:00 pm |
| Lunch | 12:00 - 01:00 pm |
| Class Time, Followed by afternoon break | 01:00 - 03:00 pm |
| Class Time, End Time | 03:15 - 04:30 pm |
| Day 3 | |
|---|---|
| Start Time, Introduction | 08:00 - 10:00 am |
| Morning Break | 10:00 - 10:15 am |
| Class Time | 10:15 - 12:00 pm |
| Lunch | 12:00 - 01:00 pm |
| Class Time, Followed by afternoon break | 01:00 - 03:00 pm |
| Class Time, End Time | 03:15 - 04:30 pm |
| Day 4 | |
|---|---|
| Start Time, Introduction | 08:00 - 10:00 am |
| Morning Break | 10:00 - 10:15 am |
| Class Time | 10:15 - 12:00 pm |
| Lunch | 12:00 - 01:00 pm |
| Class Time, Followed by afternoon break | 01:00 - 03:00 pm |
| Class Time, End Time | 03:15 - 04:30 pm |
| Day 5 | |
|---|---|
| Start Time, Introduction | 08:00 - 10:00 am |
| Morning Break | 10:00 - 10:15 am |
| Class Time | 10:15 - 12:00 pm |
| End time | 12:00 - 01:00 pm |
| Class Time, Followed by afternoon break | 01:00 - 03:00 pm |
| Class Time, End Time | 03:15 - 04:30 pm |