Electrical Maintenance and Troubleshooting Course

Efficient electrical maintenance today requires a clear understanding of low-voltage systems, protective devices, motors, testing procedures, and safety practices. This course provides a structured and practical introduction to electrical maintenance fundamentals, system behavior, equipment handling, and troubleshooting methods used across industries in the UAE.

Built for technicians, supervisors, and professionals working with low-voltage installations, this program focuses on real-world applications—covering system operations, inspections, field testing, and fault-finding techniques used in commercial, industrial, and facility environments.

Course Objectives

By the end of the program, participants will be able to:

• Understand the core principles of electrical maintenance and system behavior.
• Identify, maintain, and test key electrical equipment used in low-voltage installations.
• Interpret power system components and their functions within complete distribution networks.
• Conduct essential field tests as part of preventive and planned maintenance activities.
• Build a structured and reliable maintenance workflow.
• Apply safety practices aligned with electrical maintenance standards.
• Understand the fundamental operating principles of common process sensors.
• Troubleshoot common issues in 3-phase AC systems, motors, and connected components.
• Measure, verify, and interpret key electrical parameters accurately.

Course Outline

Fundamentals of Electrical Maintenance

• Electrical system basics
• Equipment lifecycle concepts
• Preventive and corrective maintenance essentials

Maintenance of Electrical Equipment

• Switchgear, fuses, MCCBs, and low-voltage circuit breakers
• AC/DC motors
• Motor control centers and starter arrangements

Understanding Power Systems

• Distribution system overview
• Capacitors and power factor correction
• Earthing, grounding, and fault protection

Duration: 5 Days

Topics

Low-Voltage Systems and Distribution

• Scope of LV electrical systems
• Electrical distribution concepts
• Cable routing, termination, and identification
• Earthing, bonding, and grounding practices 

Motor Control & Panel Work

• DOL starter wiring for 3-phase motors
• Ammeter, voltmeter, and energy meter configurations
• Schematic drawings for LV panels
• Component selection for LV panels
• Cable types, usage, scheduling, and voltage drop calculations

Testing & Measurement

• RCCB/ELCB testing
• Insulation resistance testing for cables
• Electrical testers and report interpretation

Electrical Equipment & Services

• Basic electronic components and their applications
• Fire alarm, lighting, emergency lighting, and power circuits
• Electrical symbols and legends for common devices

Switchgear & Protection

• Types and functions of switchgear
• Internal working principles of circuit breakers
• MDB, SMDB, SDB, and various panel board configurations
• Short-circuit calculation fundamentals

Power Quality & Improvement

• Capacitor banks
• Power factor improvement techniques

Methodology

• Concept-Based Learning 
• Hands-On Demonstrations 
• Step-by-Step Maintenance Frameworks 
• Scenario-Based Troubleshooting 
• Guided Practice & Feedback