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Electrical Engineering Basics

Engineering Mindset via YouTube

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Learn how electricity works starting from the basics of the free electron in the atom, through conductors, voltage, current, resistors, led, to capacitors and transformers. Learn what an electrical current, alternating current, and direct current is. Understand ammeters, multimeter, power monitor, GFCI, circuit breaker, fuses, resistors and much much more on this electrical engineering basics series!

Syllabus

How ELECTRICITY works - working principle.
Electrical Current Explained - AC DC, fuses, circuit breakers, multimeter, GFCI, ampere.
Voltage Explained - What is Voltage? Basic electricity potential difference.
DC Series circuits explained - The basics working principle.
DC parallel circuits explained - The basics how parallel circuits work working principle.
Ohms Law Explained - The basics circuit theory.
Diodes Explained - The basics how diodes work working principle pn junction.
Inductors Explained - The basics how inductors work working principle.
How Batteries Work - Battery electricity working principle.
How does an Electric Motor work? DC Motor explained.
How Relays Work - Basic working principle electronics engineering electrician amp.
What is a kWh - kilowatt hour + CALCULATIONS energy bill.
How does a Transformer work - Working Principle electrical engineering.
How Alternators Work - Automotive Electricity Generator.
How A Car Battery Works - basic working principle.
How does an Induction Motor work how it works 3 phase motor ac motor.
Power Factor Explained - The basics what is power factor pf.
Single Phase Electricity Explained - wiring diagram energy meter.
120V 240V Electricity explained - Split phase 3 wire electrician.
3 Way Switches Explained - How to wire 3 way light switch.
Four Way Switching Explained - How to wire 4 way intermediate light switch.
How Receptacles Work - The basic working principle explained grounding.
Ground Neutral and Hot wires explained - electrical engineering grounding ground fault.
Three Phase Electricity Basics and Calculations electrical engineering.
How Three Phase Electricity works - The basics explained.
Variable Frequency Drives Explained - VFD Basics IGBT inverter.
Star Delta Starter Explained - Working Principle.
How Inverters Work - Working principle rectifier.
Time Delay Relays Explained - How timing relays work hvacr.
Programable Logic Controller Basics Explained - automation engineering.
How Electric Motors Work - 3 phase AC induction motors ac motor.
Full Wave Bridge Rectifier + Capacitor filters + half wave rectifier.
How Optocouplers work - opto-isolator solid state relays phototransistor.
Capacitor calculations - Basic calculations for capacitors in series and parallel.
AC Electrical Generator Basics - How electricity is generated.
Conventional Current v Electron Flow - Electricity explained.

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Reviews

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  • Loved it and i enjoyed it very well.
    Its simple and easy to learn.
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    Gustavo Rodrigues
    Tive a oportunidade de realizar o curso de elétrica e a experiência foi extremamente positiva. O conteúdo programático é abrangente, atualizado e muito bem estruturado. Os módulos seguem uma sequência lógica e progressiva, começando com os fundament…
  • This course is interesting and gave more insight to what its all about. From the start to the end, each sections is well explanatory to make the learner more focus on the go.
  • Abhishek Kushwaha
    I recently started taking the Electrical Engineering Basics course, and I found it very useful for building a strong foundation in electrical engineering. The course explains basic concepts such as voltage, current, resistance, power, circuits, and electrical components in a simple and understandable way. The explanations are clear and helpful, especially for beginners and students who want to strengthen their fundamentals. I also like the practical approach, as it helps connect theoretical concepts with real-world electrical applications. Overall, this course is a good learning resource for students and beginners who want to improve their basic electrical engineering knowledge and confidence.
  • The Engineering Mindset channel delivers an outstanding introduction to electrical engineering fundamentals. The explanations are clear, well-structured, and visually supported by excellent animations that make complex concepts easy to understand. Whether you’re a student, technician, or simply curious about the field, this series is a valuable resource for building a solid foundation in electrical engineering. Highly recommended for anyone looking to grasp the essentials with clarity and confidence.
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    I recently completed this course and found it to be a valuable learning experience. The content was well-structured, starting with the basics and gradually moving into more advanced topics. The instructor explained concepts clearly and included plen…
  • Mete Kaan KESKİN
    This video about "Electrical Engineering Basics" is a fantastic guide for anyone who wants to understand how electricity works in the real world. While basic electronics focuses on small computer parts, electrical engineering is about bigger systems…
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    Claúdio Cristiano Xavier
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    O curso foi muito bom eu aprende muito sobre a eletricidade e como funciona, aprende como montar um circuito elétrico ,apende também como montar um quadro elétrico e quais são os componentes de um circuito , aprende muito sobre os disjuntores e muito mais.
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    Okobi Osei
    It was a very nice course to do and it looks like how I was expecting and it has good explanation on everything from the starting to the it explains everything in order from the starting of the course to the ending of the course.it explains everything inditals and make you understand the consent of electricity and technology and it rules and regulations and how to deal with it.howbto calculate and use multimeter and order electrical stuffs.
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  • AMOS MANIKELA
    1
    It's a course that starts from om the simplest to the complex. It's nice to learn. Especially if you have some tools make practical during the lessons.
  • BOMMASANI BHARATH
    It is very good, by using these we can gain some knowledge ,so we have to gain knowledge in the field of Electrical and electronic engineering
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    Olushola Akanbi
    I love this course, this make me gain more knowledge in electrical engineering, I recommend this to anyone who want to study Electrical engineering.
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    Sivajanani Gorripati
    The course was excellent for electrical engineering and electronics engineering but any soft copy certificate u need to provide for the students who has listen rha course
  • Thiru Dronehub
    This course offers a well-structured and intellectually engaging learning experience, making complex concepts both accessible and meaningful. The content is thoughtfully organized, progressing in a logical manner that builds strong foundational unde…
  • Abderrazak Ladjailia
    This course was well-structured, easy to follow, and packed with practical knowledge. The explanations were clear, the examples were useful, and I finished feeling much more confident in applying what I learned. I would definitely recommend it to others
  • Aayush Shukla
    2
    The basic electrical course offers a solid foundation in electrical principles, including an understanding of circuits, voltage, current, and resistance. It covers essential topics like Ohm's Law, electrical safety, and the use of basic tools and instruments. The course is well-structured, with a mix of theoretical knowledge and practical hands-on experience. It is ideal for beginners seeking to enter the electrical field or those looking to refresh their knowledge. The instructors are knowledgeable and approachable, making complex concepts accessible. Overall, this course provides a comprehensive introduction to the basics of electricity, preparing students for more advanced studies or entry-level positions.
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    Phemelo Michael Sekwati
    I have gained more knowledge and I have learned more from this course. I recommend more people who are in this field of electrical engineering to take a moment and learn from this

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