Advanced Building Electrical Installation and Maintenance
Problem statements :
Ethiopia's electrical sector faces significant challenges, including a lack of skilled electricians, the use of substandard materials, poor adherence to safety and quality standards, limited regulatory oversight, and insufficient access to modern tools and resources. These issues result in frequent electrical accidents, system failures, and unreliable installations, posing serious safety risks and stalling economic and industrial growth.
The use of substandard electrical materials further exacerbates these problems, leading to increased fire hazards, frequent breakdowns, and high maintenance costs. Addressing these issues requires not only strict enforcement of quality standards for materials but also a significant focus on skilled craftsmanship.
There is an urgent need for quality electrical training programs to address skill gaps and promote the use of certified materials. Structured training ensures electricians are equipped with theoretical knowledge, practical skills, and safety standards compliance. Training programs should also focus on emerging technologies, such as renewable energy systems, energy efficiency, and sustainable practices.
High-quality electrical work, combined with the use of certified materials and professional training, is vital for safety, reliability, and compliance with standards. These initiatives will reduce long-term costs, enhance customer satisfaction, attract investments, and support Ethiopia’s transition to a safe, reliable, and energy-efficient electrical infrastructure.
Advanced Building Electrical Installation and Maintenance Course
This advanced course is designed to equip participants with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills in building electrical installation and maintenance, focusing on professional standards, safety, and advanced techniques. The course is structured to cover theory, practice, and real-world applications, ensuring trainees are ready for the field. It covers:
Electrical Safety
Importance of personal protective equipment (PPE).
Safe working practices around electricity and high-voltage equipment.
Emergency response for electrical accidents.
Basic Electricity
Tools used for building Electrical Installation Works
Hand tools
Power tools
Building Electrical Symbols and drawings
Building Electrical Symbols:
Common symbols used in electrical design and drawings.
Reading and Interpreting Drawings:
Understanding electrical layout plans, single-line diagrams, and detailed working drawings.
Identifying key components and routes in complex drawings.
Electrical Materials and Standards/EBCS
Electrical Wire Size and Color Code
Circuit Breaker and Fuse Rating
Distribution Board and Junction Box
Electrical Conduit Size
Height of Electrical Accessories from Finished Floor
Electrical installation using PVC Conduit and Wiring System
Methods of Electrical Wiring:
Termination, splicing, and joining of wires.
Wiring methods for residential and commercial buildings.
Wiring System Installation Practice:
Installing wiring systems using PVC conduits on practice boards.
Advanced Wiring Techniques:
Multi-phase systems and complex installations.
Layout and Wiring Diagrams:
Preparing and implementing detailed wiring layouts for buildings.
Cost Estimation and Project Planning
Preparing Cost of Electrical Works:
Material costs: cables, conduits, switches, and accessories.
Labor costs for different scales of projects.
Preparing a comprehensive bill of quantities (BOQ).
Cost Estimation Techniques:
Tools and software for accurate estimation.
Earthing System and Bonding
Importance of Earthing and Bonding:
Protection against electrical faults and surges.
Maintaining system safety and reliability.
Earthing Methods:
Plate, pipe, and strip earthing systems.
Practical Earthing Implementation:
Installing earthing systems and testing their effectiveness.
Building Electrical Maintenance
Types of faults
Short Circuit
Open Circuit
Ground faults
Types of Maintenance
Run To Failure Maintenance (RTFM)
Preventive Maintenance (PM)
Corrective Maintenance (CM)
Improvement Maintenance (IM)
Predictive Maintenance (PM)
Advanced Electrical Installations
Installation and connection of three Phase Motor water pump using Float Switch
Principles of three-phase power.
Connecting water pump motors with float switches for automation.
Practice wiring three-phase systems and ensuring proper load distribution.
Course Features:
Extensive Practical Training:
Over 70% of the course focuses on hands-on learning to enhance understanding and application.
Advanced Techniques:
Exposure to modern tools, technologies, and methods in electrical installation and maintenance.
Certification:
Recognized Training and COC certificate awarded upon successful completion and qualification.
This course provides the advanced skills necessary for professional electrical installers and technicians, making it ideal for those looking to excel in Ethiopia’s growing construction and maintenance industry.
Advanced Building Electrical Installation and Maintenance
