Learning outcome

After successfully completing the course, the candidate will have achieved the following learning outcomes defined in terms of knowledge, skills and general competence.

Knowledge

The candidate:

• Can explain key concepts and components of low voltage electrical installations
• Can describe various techniques and equipment used in the installation, maintenance and repair of low voltage installations, and explain how this work may affect the outer environment
• Has knowledge of regulations and norms
• Is able to understand the operation and use of equipment for troubleshooting and measurement
• Has knowledge of the various uses of different types of switches and safety mechanisms

Skills

The candidate can:

• Manage and lay cable
• Use relevant marking and coding systems for materials and equipment
• Choose the right equipment and materials in relation to certain routines and tasks and is able to check that tools and equipment are in safe and proper condition before use
• Use the relevant computing tools for low voltage electrical installation tasks
• Carry out electrical calculations, calculate cross-section dimensions and select the corresponding protective covering on the basis of tables, charts and computer programs, etc.

Course Description

Working with electricity has substantial risks associated with it and therefore requires accuracy and a good systemic overview. The area is heavily regulated by laws and regulations, and those who work with electricity must be able to follow safety procedures in order to prevent accidents. The course strongly emphasizes the basic knowledge of safety laws and regulations. Each task is performed on the basis of documentation, rules and regulations. The purpose of the course is to provide the candidate with an understanding of how skilled workers are able to carry out tasks involving various types of electrical installations in small and large buildings.

Teaching and Learning Methods

Lectures, exercises, use of computer tools, demonstrations, excursions and laboratory exercises.

Assessment Methods

Submission of laboratory work based on computer calculations (30%).

Final written examination (70%), which must receive a passing grade in order for the student to receive a passing grade for the course.

Individual grades are given (A-F).

Minor adjustments may occur during the academic year, subject to the decision of the Dean