In this free online course, you will study electrical measuring instrumentation and understand their use clearly. The material explains and defines resistance measurement, helping you understand how to properly measure resistance. You will also get detailed information about calculating voltage drop and using an ohmmeter. You will be able to answer questions on accurately calibrating an ohmmeter and the benefits of using the voltage drop method to find resistance. The course also covers the basic types of instruments, providing you with specific information about the moving iron and moving coil instruments. Furthermore, you will explore the uses of shunts. Next, you will study how to use resistances to increase range and the proper measurement of energy.

The material teaches you to identify the measurement of power and power factor. You will examine the correct management of using CT and PT for accurate measurement. Following this, you study torque measurement instruments and the various types of special measuring instruments. This course helps you answer questions like: What is a Megger? How can I use a multimeter? How do I properly calibrate the components of a digital multimeter? Next, the repair of instruments and their components is demonstrated, helping you troubleshoot them properly. The material continues by explaining the thermocouple-type of instruments and how to properly calibrate an oscilloscope for it to work efficiently. Lastly, study the use and controls of a function generator.

This course provides you with a better understanding of electrical measuring instrumentation, giving you clear and precise methods to apply in your field. It will assist you in a very efficient way to comprehend the necessary instruments for measuring electronics and electricity.