613-03 - Introduction to Switches
Learning objectives
- Explain the purpose of an electrical switch
- Identify the various types of electrical switches
- Describe variations and operating principles of throw and pole switches
- Explain the difference between mercury and reed relay switches
- Describe the operation of mercury, reed relay, float, pressure, limit, flow, pushbutton, selector, and drum switches
- Describe the operation of joysticks
- Identify the operating principle of interlock switches
- Explain the purpose and operation of safety switches
Course overview
Switches are electrical components used to control electricity flow. The Introduction to Switches training course examines the most common switches used in industrial applications and describes their operating principles. This online training course examines:
- Switches
- Throw and pole switches
- Mercury switches and relay switches
- Float switches
- Pressure switches
- Limit switches
- Flow switches
- Pushbutton switches
- Selector switches
- Joysticks
- Drum switches
- Interlock switches and safety switches
Introduction to Switches is part of the Automated Control training series.
The individuals involved in the development and promotion of this course do not receive any compensation or financial benefits outside of their regular employment for their work on this course.
