Electrical Systems: Reading Drawings and Schematics

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Electrical Systems: Reading Drawings and Schematics
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Overview

Electrical drawings contain a complex set of symbols and interconnection notation that can be difficult to understand

Duration	1 hour
Total fee	₹2,299
Mode of learning	Online
Credential	Certificate

Electrical Systems: Reading Drawings and Schematics
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Linkedin Learning
Highlights

Earn a certificate of completion from LinkedIn Learning

Electrical Systems: Reading Drawings and Schematics
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Linkedin Learning
Course details

What are the course deliverables?

Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP)
Wiring Diagrams

More about this course

In this course, you can learn how to read a variety of drawings, including blueprints, details, schedules, and riser and one-line diagrams
Instructor Christopher Randall also explains how to read wiring diagrams and schematics, as well as ladder diagrams specifying the configuration and placement information for programmable logic controllers (PLCs), which are used to control equipment such as motors

Electrical Systems: Reading Drawings and Schematics
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Linkedin Learning
Curriculum

Introduction

Can you read electrical system drawings and schematics?

What you should know

1. Blueprints

Symbols

Plot and plan views

One-line diagrams

Electrical details

Electrical schedules

Riser diagrams and elevations

2. Diagrams

Wiring diagrams

Schematics symbols

Machine and motor wiring diagrams

Components of a ladder diagram

How ladder logic works

A more complex diagram

Programmable logic controllers (PLCs)

Conclusion

Next steps

Electrical Systems: Reading Drawings and Schematics
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Linkedin Learning
Faculty details

Christopher Randall

Chris Randall has over 30 years of experience in the electrical construction industry. He has masterfully executed the positions of estimator, project manager, service manger and logistics manager. His field supervisory experience as well as involvement with other types of external organizations give him a well rounded understanding of the construction industry.