TECHNOLOGICAL INSTITUTE OF THE PHILIPPINES

COURSE SYLLABUS

COURSE CODE EE 001

COURSE NAME BASIC ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
CREDIT UNITS 3 units (2 units lecture, 1 unit laboratory)
CONTACT HOURS 2 hours lecture, 3 hours laboratory
Engr. Gerard C. Rizardo
INSTRUCTOR
Faculty, Electrical Engineering
Hayt.W. (2012). Engineering circuit analysis (8th ed.).New York,
TEXTBOOK
McGraw Hill
Kubala, T.(2013). Electricity I: Devices, circuits, and materials
(10th Ed).USA: Delmar Cengage Learning
Other Supplemental O’malley, J.(2011).Basic circuit analysis. New York : McGraw-Hill
Materials Alexander, C.K.(2009).Fundamentals of electric circuits. New York :
McGraw Hill
SPECIFIC COURSE INFORMATION
a. Course Description
The course introduces the fundamental of electrical system. It provides the basic theories and
principles in solving basic electric circuits using Ohm’s law as applied in DC and AC source,
understanding on testing instrument and measurements, basic operation of DC machines involving
motor and generator and the operation of battery. The course also provides the knowledge and
skills in preparing electrical plan as well as the use of standard electrical code.
b. Prerequisites PHY203L1(Physics 2); MATH 224 (Integral Calculus)
Co-requisites None
c. Course Required
Classification
(Required/elective/
selected elective)
SPECIFIC GOALS FOR THE COURSE
a. Course Objective
The course aims to provide the students understanding of the basic principles of electrical
engineering that are useful in other engineering field. It also aims to provide the students the
fundamentals and principles of electricity and safety and its practical application as seen in
industry.
b. Course Outcomes
By the end of the course, the students will be able to:
1. Discuss different basic electrical quantities and symbols commonly used in electric circuits.
2. Apply Ohm’s Law in the analysis of DC and AC electric circuits.
3. Differentiate conductors and insulators.
4. Distinguish the characteristics of conductors based on diameter, temperature and current rating.
5. Apply the basic concept of measurements using relevant testing instrument.
6. Apply the basic principles of work, power and energy in electrical machines and appliances.
7. Understand the basic operation of renewable power plants.
8. Properly select the appropriate size and rating of conductors and protective device.
9 Prepare a household electrical plan/layout applying the basic principles of electrical engineering.
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10. Reflect on personal transformations along the T.I.P. Graduates Attributes.

c. Student Outcomes Addressed by the Course
None
COURSE TOPICS
Prelim Period (Weeks 1–6)
I. Introduction: TIP Vision and Mission; TIP Graduate Attributes/ Institutional Intended
Learning Outcomes; Program Educational Objectives/Student Outcomes; Course Objectives/
Course Intended Learning Outcomes; Course Policies

II. Basic Electrical Circuits: Fundamental quantities and units of electrical system, Conductors
and its Properties, Volume Resistivity, Temperature-Resistance Relationship, Conductor Splicing,
Taps and Joints, Resistors according to connections, Ohm’s Law in DC Electric Circuits, Hot and
Cold Resistance, Parallel and Series Connections, Batteries

Midterm Period (Weeks 7-12)

III. Electrical Metering and Measurements: Types and Functions, Voltmeters, Ammeters,
Ohmmeters, Cable Insulation Resistance Testers, Multi-testers, Energy Meters, Frequency Meters,
and Application

IV. Principles Work, Power and Energy: Relationship of Work, Power and Energy, Power
Concepts in DC Machines Involving Motors, Power Concept in DC Machines Involving Generator,
Renewable Energy sources, Energy Reduction Initiatives, Energy Impact to Environment, Energy-
Related Carbon Emission,

Final Period (Weeks 13–18)

V. Principles of Power Generating Equipment and Facilities: Power Plants, Substation
Facilities, Outdoor and Indoor substation, Switchboards, Transformers and other related Electrical
Equipment

VI. Principles of Electrical System, Electrical Planning and Layout: Basic Concept of
Electrical Planning, Composition of Electrical Plan, Electrical Load Mapping for Lighting and
Power Circuit, Schedule of Loads and Basic Calculation, Principles of Protection Device and
Selection, Conductor Ampacity and Selection based on Manufacturer’s Standard and Local Code

Prepared by: Noted by: Approved to take effect on ____ Sem ____
___________________ ______________________ SY
Faculty Member’s Printed Name Department Chair _________________
and Signature Dean/ VPAA
Date: Date: Date: