This is an online course on flexible and Blended Learning from basics to advanced level.
- Teacher: Faith Kyalo
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This is an online course on flexible and Blended Learning from basics to advanced level.
This course introduces students to the principles and practices of electrical installation. It is designed to equip learners with the basic knowledge and hands-on skills needed to install, test, and maintain electrical wiring and equipment safely and professionally.
Students will learn how to:
Identify and use basic electrical tools and materials
Understand wiring systems used in domestic and commercial buildings
Install lighting and socket outlets according to standard procedures
Interpret basic electrical diagrams and installation drawings
Apply electrical safety rules and regulations
The course emphasizes practical learning, preparing students for careers in residential, commercial, and industrial electrical work. Students will complete practical assignments and installation projects in accordance with the Kenya national electrical code and safety standards.
This course introduces students to the fundamental principles of control systems, which are essential in modern electrical and industrial applications. Control involves the monitoring and regulation of system behavior using automatic or manual methods to achieve desired outcomes. Students will learn how to model systems, analyze their stability, and design basic controllers.
Key areas include:
Understanding open-loop and closed-loop systems
Feedback and control strategies
Basic system modeling using block diagrams
Introduction to sensors, actuators, and controllers
Real-world applications in industrial automation
The course emphasizes practical understanding, with examples from electrical, mechanical, and process control systems. It prepares students for further studies or careers in instrumentation, automation, and maintenance.