Electrical Engineering Principles and Practice for Non-Electrical Engineers
Online
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May 22 - 23, 2025
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Course Code: 16-0516-ONL25
- Overview
- Syllabus
- Instructor
Overview
After participating in this course, you will be able to:
- Understand and distinguish between AC and DC electricity, applying mathematical and physical techniques to analyze both systems.
- Evaluate power factors using vector methods and learn to calculate leading and lagging power factors effectively.
- Implement power factor correction techniques, avoiding the risks associated with excessive inductance or capacitance.
- Apply key electrical concepts, such as power quality, load factor, and service factor, to optimize system performance and energy use.
- Interpret electrical diagrams and configurations, understand the significance of three-phase systems, and navigate the Electrical Code for safety and cost reduction.
Description
Understanding the fundamentals of AC and DC electricity is essential for professionals navigating the complex world of electrical engineering. This course delves into these principles, offering clear distinctions between AC and DC systems and the mathematics and physics underlying their operations. The course is themed after a book published by the instructor titled: "Electrical Engineering for Non-electrical Engineers." Through real-world analogies and practical examples, participants will learn to perform essential calculations, interpret complex diagrams, and improve power quality in industrial, commercial, and institutional settings.
Electricity is pivotal in every facet of modern life, from powering homes to driving industrial machinery. The course equips you with the knowledge to evaluate and optimize power factors, understand the impact of different electrical configurations, and navigate the intricacies of power distribution. Discussions on electrical equipment, components, safety electronic devices, and test instrumentation are included. Essential concepts in electrical safety are introduced, ensuring you can approach electrical systems confidently and competently.
By the end of this course, you'll be equipped to make informed decisions about electrical systems, contribute to cost-saving initiatives, and engage confidently in discussions with electrical engineering professionals. Whether managing facilities, overseeing projects, or being involved in procurement, the insights gained here will enhance your technical proficiency and broaden your understanding of electrical systems.
Who Should Attend
This course is tailored for professionals across various disciplines who require a better understanding of electrical engineering principles. Engineers and architects in all disciplines, especially managerial roles, will gain valuable insights into power and control technologies, enhancing their ability to make informed decisions.
Project and facility managers, procurement professionals, and non-engineers, including technical writers and construction professionals, will appreciate the practical knowledge provided, which will enable them to interact more effectively with electrical engineering teams. The course will also be invaluable for understanding electrical concepts crucial to their roles.
This course is also ideal for professionals involved in maintenance, construction, and any role where technical expertise in electrical systems is advantageous.
More InformationTime: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM Eastern Time
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Syllabus
Day 1, 4 Hours
- Electrical Engineering Fundamentals
- Differences between DC and AC electricity, equipment, devices, and concepts
- DC Power and AC Power and pertinent, necessary, single-phase and three-phase AC Concepts
- Common Electrical Instruments
- Important laws and circuit analysis techniques, DC and AC
- Transformers & 3-phase AC electricity
- Voltage regulation and service factor
Day 2, 4 Hours
- Electrical standards
- Motors, motor speed, torque, slip and line current calculation
- Electronics, elemental electronic devices and printed circuit boards
- Power factor and power factor correction
- Electrical Equipment and Instrumentation in Industrial Applications
- VFDs, their architecture and their application.
- Electrical Power System Protection and Pertinent Codes
- Electronic and electrical safety control devices/equipment
- Electrical Power Distribution & Control Drawings
- Electrical Power Bills, Rate Schedules and Cost Reduction Ideas
Instructor
S. Bobby Rauf, BSEE, P.E., C.E.M, MBAProfessor Bobby Rauf has developed and instructed engineering courses, seminars and workshops for over 14 years in the US and abroad.
He holds a patent on an electrical control system. Mr. Rauf has authored three books:
- Finance and Accounting for Energy Engineers
- Thermodynamics Made Simple for Energy Engineers
- Electrical Engineering for Non-Electrical Engineers
Mr. Rauf served as a Senior Staff Engineer, Energy and Ergonomics Program Manager, at PPG Industries, Inc, for over 30 years. He has served as Adjunct Professor at Gardner-Webb University since 1989. He has taught Professional Development Seminars/workshops at UNCC, McNeese University, Texas A&M University, Lamar University, AEE, Association of Energy Engineers, Balfour Beatty, Saudi Aramco and PDHengineers.
Prof. Rauf is a Licensed (PE) Professional Engineer and a Certified Energy Manager. He was inducted as a “Legend in Energy” by AEE in 2014.

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Fee & Credits
$695 + taxes
- 0.8 Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
- 8 Continuing Professional Development Hours (PDHs/CPDs)
- ECAA Annual Professional Development Points
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