Description
Electrical systems now make up 30-40% of project costs on data centers, hospitals, and industrial facilities. If you’re managing these projects without understanding the basics of power distribution, you’re flying blind.
This course gives you the electrical engineering foundation you need in under two hours.
The course is:
Proven – Thousands of students, 94% say our courses directly supported their career progression
Practical – Built with working engineers and construction managers. No academic theory—just what you need to coordinate electrical work, catch design issues early, and talk confidently with your electrical teams
Fast – Every unnecessary minute cut. You’re busy running projects, not sitting in a classroom
Loaded with resources – Downloadable slides, and reference materials you’ll actually use on site
What you’ll learn:
Section 1 – Fundamentals
- Core electrical concepts explained for non-engineers
- How electrical systems integrate with overall project delivery
- Why this matters more now than ever (data centers, renewables, electrification)
Section 2 – Power Systems
- Distribution basics—from utility connection to your loads
- Transformers, switchgear, and backup power
- Reading single-line diagrams and equipment schedules
Section 3 – Communications & Data
- Low voltage systems—structured cabling, fire alarm, security
- Coordination between trades (this is where things usually break down)
Section 4 – Design Process
- How electrical engineers actually design systems
- Load calculations and equipment sizing
- When to push back on designs that will cause problems in construction
Section 5 – Construction Process
- Sequencing and coordination
- Common installation issues and how to prevent them
- Testing and commissioning—what you need to verify
Section 6 – Safety
- Arc flash, shock hazards, and NFPA 70E basics
- What you’re legally responsible for knowing
- Keeping your crew safe around energized equipment
To be honest, I wish I’d taken this course years ago. It would’ve saved me from dozens of coordination headaches and a few legitimately dangerous situations on site.
If you’re ready to stop nodding along in electrical meetings and actually understand what’s being built, let’s get started.
Who this course is for:
- Construction managers
- Project engineers
- Project managers
- Quantity surveyors
