Preface
CSA Group's 2015 Gas Trade materials reference the Red Seal Program's trade outlines for your preparation to become a nationally recognized gasfitter. Please visit the Red Seal Program's website for more details.
Unit 5 - Introduction to electricity
Purpose:
The safe and proper installation of gas appliances and systems requires a gas technician/fitter to have knowledge of basic electrical theory and practical trade-related applications.
Learning Objectives:
At the end of this unit you will be able to:Identify electrical safety hazards, safe working techniques, procedures, and applicable codes.
Describe basic electrical theory and concepts.
Describe the components and operation of a simple electrical circuit.
Explain the principles of basic magnetism and electromagnetism.
Explain the theory of direct and alternating current.
Explain basic transformer theory and operation.
Describe and explain the use of electrical measuring instruments.
| CSA Group | |
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| Product Category | Standards and Technical Documents |
| Product Number | GAS TRADE: UNIT 5 eBook |
| Product Name | (eBook Version) Introduction to electricity |