Understanding Circuit Diagrams

Introduction

The aim of this course is to introduce the candidate to circuit diagrams and relays. With familiarity and sufficient knowledge of circuit symbols and their meaning, new unknown circuit diagrams can be tackled and the way they work understood.

Objectives

On successful completion of the course the candidate will be able to:

Identify a circuit symbol and obtain it’s meaning using a Circuit Symbol Nomenclature Table
Compare and explain how different circuit symbols are used in different circuits
Describe the main parts of a relay and how it works
Describe how a basic circuit works by relating relay coils in one circuit with the contacts in another

Who Should Attend

Candidates whose work involves reading and understanding circuit diagrams used in railway signalling systems.

Learning Approach

Classroom theory sessions using visual aids. 

Booking Code: RUCD

Duration: 1 day