Title:  Basic Electrical Measurements

Introduction:  The objective of this lesson is to teach the trainee how to properly operate electrical test equipment and safely take usable electrical measurements from industrial circuits and components.

Objective:  During this session, the trainee will select the correct meters and settings to safely perform voltage, current, and resistance measurements on known sources.  The trainee will also interpret readings on both analog and digital meter displays.

Presentation:

  1. 3.1)      Introduction to Meters
  • Types
  • Measurable Quantities
  • Abbreviations
  • Symbols
  • Terminology
  1. 3.2)      Reading Analog Displays
  • Analog Displays
  • Linear Scales
  • Non-Linear Scales
  • Reading Procedure
  1. 3.3)      Reading Digital Displays
  • Digital Displays
  • Types
  • Range and Accuracy
  • Ghost Voltages
  1. 3.4)      Meter Precautions
  • Manufacturer’s Instructor Manual
  • Safety Precautions
  1. 3.5)      Taking Measurements
  • Voltmeter
  • In-Line Ammeter
  • Clamp-On Ammeter
  • Ohmmeter
  • Megohmmeter
  1. 3.6)      Basics of DMM Safety
  • 14-Minute Video
  1. 3.7)      Interactive Maintenance Training
  • Electrical Maintenance Test Equipment

Evaluation:  Hands-On Application

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