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COURSE: WENG 470 Introduction to Electrical Systems

OBJECTIVE:  The objective of this course is for each student to understand electrical systems as they apply to Air Force and other DoD installations.
DESCRIPTION:  This course provides an introduction to electrical system design, maintenance, efficiency and security. The student receives instruction in policy/guidance, electrical safety, power fundamentals, distribution systems, energy security, airfield systems, backup power systems, infrastructure management, lightning protection systems, industrial control systems, energy management, lighting, and facilities. The course curriculum includes basic calculations and concepts related to electrical circuits and principles. Students will view lessons, complete homework assignments, and do quizzes through an online portal. An instructor will hold live Q&A sessions and be available to answer questions throughout the duration of the course.

CEUs: 2.5
PRIMARY AUDIENCE:  Project Managers, Engineers, Supervisors, Energy Managers, and Technicians (3E0X1, 3E0X2)
SECONDARY AUDIENCE:  Planners, Program Managers, QAE's, Technicians (3E1X1, 3E5X1), Utility Asset Managers, and Contractors
PREREQUISITES: None
DELIVERY METHOD(S):  Online Course
COURSE OFFERINGS: 
Offering Location Dates Times Student Enrollment Window Course Director
26C Web 02-Sep-26 - 30-Sep-26 Self-Paced - Self-Paced 04-Jun-26 - 19-Aug-26 Andrew Diefenbach
27A Web 11-Jan-27 - 05-Feb-27 Self-Paced - Self-Paced 13-Oct-26 - 28-Dec-26 Brent Croxton
27B Web 26-Apr-27 - 21-May-27 Self-Paced - Self-Paced 26-Jan-27 - 12-Apr-27 Brent Croxton
27C Web 26-Jul-27 - 20-Aug-27 Self-Paced - Self-Paced 27-Apr-27 - 12-Jul-27 Brent Croxton
27D Web 01-Sep-27 - 29-Sep-27 Self-Paced - Self-Paced 03-Jun-27 - 18-Aug-27 Brent Croxton

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