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Home Electrical Systems: Fundamentals, Safety, and CEI Standards (with AI for Schematics and Calculations)

Panel, circuits, outlets; AI checks schematics. Basic course, not professional qualification

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About this course

This course provides the fundamentals for understanding domestic electrical systems, covering topics such as electrical panels, circuits, and outlets. It is designed for anyone wishing to gain practical knowledge of how electrical systems work in a home, without aiming for professional qualification. The path is structured into theoretical and practical modules, with exercises to consolidate learning. Artificial intelligence is used as a support tool for preliminary verification of the consistency of the proposed electrical schematics. Please note that this course is for general training and does not replace mandatory professional training, specific certifications, or the advice of a qualified professional.

Course contents

6 modules · 30 lessons · 3h

1 Basics of Home Electricity
Understand the fundamental physical concepts governing energy in the home. 5 lessons · 30 min
  1. What is Home Electricity?
    Introduction to alternating current and the path of energy from the meter to the rooms.    6 min
  2. Voltage and Current
    The difference between Volts and Amps explained using the hydraulic analogy.    6 min
  3. Power (Watts)
    Understanding how much appliances consume and how to prevent the power from 'tripping.'    6 min
  4. Wire Colors
    Identifying Phase, Neutral, and Ground based on color standards.    6 min
  5. Cable Cross-Sections
    Why different cables have different thicknesses based on the load.    6 min
2 Safety and Regulations (CEI)
Learn the golden rules for a safe and compliant system. 5 lessons · 30 min
  1. Introduction to CEI 64-8 Standards
    What the law says about the safety of domestic systems.    6 min
  2. The Importance of Grounding
    How the yellow-green wire saves lives by dispersing electrical discharges.    6 min
  3. The RCD (Residual Current Device)
    How it works and the importance of the monthly periodic test.    6 min
  4. The Circuit Breaker
    Protecting the system from short circuits and overloads.    6 min
  5. Bathroom Safety Zones
    CEI rules for installing outlets and lights near water.    6 min
3 The Electrical Panel
Knowing how to read and manage the heart of the system. 5 lessons · 30 min
  1. Anatomy of the Distribution Board
    Identifying the components inside the main box.    6 min
  2. Line Division
    Why the lighting line should be separated from the outlet line.    6 min
  3. Main and Zone Switches
    How to isolate individual parts of the house in case of a fault.    6 min
  4. Correct Labeling
    The importance of clear mapping for maintenance.    6 min
  5. Symptoms of an Obsolete Panel
    When it is necessary to call a technician for an upgrade.    6 min
4 Circuits, Outlets, and Lights
Understanding how light points and outlets are connected in rooms. 5 lessons · 30 min
  1. Types of Outlets (10A, 16A, Schuko)
    Recognizing outlets and understanding which loads they can handle.    6 min
  2. The Simple Light Circuit
    How a switch that turns on a light bulb works.    6 min
  3. Two-way and Intermediate Switches
    Turning on the light from two or more different points.    6 min
  4. Junction Boxes
    What happens inside the rectangular boxes in the walls.    6 min
  5. Switched Outlets
    Creating circuits where a switch controls an outlet.    6 min
5 AI as an Electrical Assistant
Using artificial intelligence to design and verify. 5 lessons · 30 min
  1. Prompts for Electrical Engineering
    How to ask AI to explain a diagram or a concept.    6 min
  2. Quick Calculations with AI
    Using AI to calculate cable cross-sections based on distance.    6 min
  3. Generating Logical Diagrams
    Describing a need and getting a list of connections in return.    6 min
  4. Consistency Check with AI
    Submitting a diagram to AI to find potential logical errors.    6 min
  5. AI Limits and Hallucinations
    Why you should never blindly trust AI in the electrical field.    6 min
6 Practice and Diagnostics
Applying knowledge to solve small daily doubts. 5 lessons · 30 min
  1. Reading an Electrical Floor Plan
    Interpreting graphic symbols on a real project.    6 min
  2. Exercise: Design a Room
    Drawing the layout of outlets and lights for an ideal room.    6 min
  3. Basic Troubleshooting
    What to do if an outlet doesn't work or a light flickers.    6 min
  4. Home Safety Checklist
    A visual inspection to understand if the system is at risk.    6 min
  5. Summary and Conclusions
    Consolidation of concepts and homeowner responsibilities.    6 min
Final project

Project: My Safe Room

Create a logical diagram for a room's electrical system (e.g., a home office) including a dedicated panel, outlets, and lights. Use AI to verify that cable cross-sections and protections are consistent with the expected loads.

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Practice questions 26 / 28
Assignments submitted 4 (avg 4.5 / 5)
Capstone project Reviewed — 4.6 / 5
Total practice 6.2 hrs
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Time to completion 11 days (median: 22)
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