Energía Eléctrica: Conceptos y Principios Básicos
This course is part of Sustentabilidad energética y la smart grid.
This comprehensive course demystifies the fundamentals of electricity that we use daily but rarely understand. You'll master key concepts like voltage, current, and resistance while learning to measure power consumption and optimize energy usage. Through theoretical concepts and hands-on remote laboratory experiments at Tecnológico de Monterrey, you'll gain practical skills in differentiating between direct and alternating current circuits. The course emphasizes both technical knowledge and practical applications, including energy efficiency techniques that help protect the environment and reduce electricity costs. Whether you're looking to build a foundation in electrical engineering or simply want to understand the power that runs our modern world, this intermediate-level course delivers essential knowledge through expertly guided instruction and interactive learning experiences.
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What you'll learn
Understand electrical energy fundamentals and their importance in our daily environment Apply basic energy concepts in electrical circuit analysis Solve practical exercises using educational resources and remote laboratory access Verify the operation and performance of electrical circuits Differentiate between direct current and alternating current circuits Measure efficiency and achieve savings in electrical energy consumption Calculate power parameters in both DC and AC circuits Implement strategies for environmentally-friendly energy usage
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There are 6 modules in this course
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to electrical energy fundamentals. Starting with basic concepts of voltage, current, and resistance, it explores how electrical circuits function and how to measure power consumption accurately. Students learn to distinguish between direct current (DC) and alternating current (AC) circuits, understand inductance and capacitance principles, and analyze electrical loads and installation costs. The curriculum covers effective and average values, real, apparent, and reactive power concepts, and practical applications for efficient energy usage. Through remote laboratory experiences, learners conduct experiments measuring basic electrical parameters, gaining hands-on skills while developing an understanding of energy efficiency strategies that promote environmental protection and cost reduction.
Conceptos básicos de voltaje, corriente y resistencia
Module 1
Energía y potencia eléctricas
Module 2
Circuitos eléctricos en corriente alterna (CA)
Module 3
Valores efectivos y promedio
Module 4
Potencia real, aparente y reactiva
Module 5
Consumo y uso eficiente de energía eléctrica
Module 6
Fee Structure
Individual course purchase is not available - to enroll in this course with a certificate, you need to purchase the complete Professional Certificate Course. For enrollment and detailed fee structure, visit the following: Sustentabilidad energética y la smart grid
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Instructors
5 Courses
Power Electronics and Remote Laboratory Expert at Tecnológico de Monterrey
Dr. Manuel Macías García is an Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering at Tecnológico de Monterrey, Monterrey Campus, where he has served since 1994. He holds a doctorate in Engineering from Dresden University of Technology, Germany, and a degree in Electronics and Communications Engineering from Tecnológico de Monterrey. His expertise spans Electronics, Power Electronics, and Electric Machine Control, teaching both undergraduate and graduate courses. He has led significant research initiatives, including coordinating the Research Chair in "Robotized Design of Manufacturing Cells" and developing the National Network of Remote Laboratories project. Through collaborations with National Instruments and Siemens Automation & Drives, he has implemented Virtual Instrumentation projects for remote monitoring and control. His contributions include designing and implementing Industrial Electronics laboratories, Electric Machine Control facilities, and Virtual Reality Laboratories for Industrial Automation across multiple Tecnológico de Monterrey campuses
5 Courses
Electronics and Power Systems Engineering Expert at Tecnológico de Monterrey
Rodolfo Anaya Zamora serves as a professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Tecnológico de Monterrey, Monterrey Campus. He holds both a Master's degree in Engineering and Electronics and a Bachelor's in Electronics and Communications Engineering from ITESM. His teaching portfolio includes Electric Circuits, Analog Electronics, and Electric Power Generation and Transmission for undergraduate students. As the former coordinator of laboratories in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (2008-2015), he developed significant expertise in laboratory management and practical education. His professional experience spans both academic and industrial sectors, contributing to educational innovation projects that enhance the teaching-learning process in electrical and electronic engineering. His work focuses on developing practical laboratory experiences and implementing innovative teaching methodologies to improve engineering education.
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