Course Details
Course Details
Course ID
9327
Course Name
Basic Electricity for Operators
Contact Hours
6.0
Approved Industry
Drinking Water and Wastewater
Partner Name
Pennsylvania Rural Water Association
Primary Contact
Joel Jordan
jjordan@prwa.com
8143539302 Ext. 201
Website
Description
This course will help operators understand what electricity is and how it is put to work in treatment plants. It starts with the flow of free electrons, which is current, and covers types of circuits, circuit components, types of electric motors and how they work, and power distribution.
Course Level
Basic thru Intermediate
Course Content
Structure of atoms.
The flow of free electrons.
Explanation of voltage, amps, and ohms.
Calculation of voltage and resistance in a circuit.
How electric motors work.
Ways of controlling electric motors.
Target Audience
Water and wastewater operators, both new and experienced.
Training Format
Classroom