Electrical Fundamentals

Ohms Law, Identify Circuits, Define Opens, Shorts to ground, High resistance, Voltage drop

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Description

Embark on a journey through the essentials of automotive electrical systems with our focused course, "Automotive Electrical Fundamentals." Dive into the core principles that power your vehicle's electrical components, understand the units of measurement, explore Ohm's Law, unravel the magic of magnetism in automotive applications, and master the art of identifying series, parallel, and series-parallel circuits. This course is designed for enthusiasts, automotive technicians, and anyone curious about the electrical intricacies under the hood.

What You'll Learn:

  1. Define Electricity:

    • Gain a clear understanding of electricity and its vital role in the automotive world.

    • Explore how electricity powers crucial components within your vehicle.

  2. Units of Electrical Measurement:

    • Break down the basics of measuring electrical quantities using volts, amperes, ohms, and watts.

    • Learn practical techniques for performing electrical measurements in an automotive context.

  3. Relationship Among Volts, Amperes, and Ohms - Ohm's Law:

    • Explore the dynamic interplay between voltage, current, and resistance in automotive electrical systems.

    • Understand Ohm's Law and its application to troubleshoot and analyze automotive circuits.

  4. Magnetism in Automotive Applications:

    • Uncover the role of magnetism in key automotive components such as starter motors, alternators, and power steering systems.

    • Gain insights into how magnetic principles contribute to the functionality of these vital systems.

  5. Identify Series, Parallel, and Series-Parallel Circuits:

    • Learn to distinguish between series circuits, where components are connected in a single path.

    • Understand parallel circuits, where components are connected in multiple paths.

    • Discover the unique characteristics of series-parallel circuits commonly found in automotive electrical setups.

Course Features:

  • Condensed and focused content for quick understanding.

  • Practical examples and real-world applications in automotive scenarios.

  • Essential knowledge for enthusiasts, DIYers, and automotive technicians alike.

Equip yourself with the foundational knowledge needed to navigate the electrical systems of automobiles. Join us for an exciting exploration into the heart of automotive electrical fundamentals!

What You Will Learn!

  • Define what is electricity.
  • Explain the units of electrical measurement.
  • Discuss the relationship among volts, amperes, and ohms. Ohms Law.
  • Explain how magnetism is used in automotive applications.
  • Identify Series, Parallel and Series parallel circuits.
  • identify circuit faults

Who Should Attend!

  • This class is for anybody looking to get into the automotive repair industry, or to pass the ASE a6 test or just learn about electricity.
  • This class will benefit anyone looking for electrical knowledge