Electrical Installation II

Electronics Engineering · Level 6  ·  6 Chapters

Compiled by: Peter Kiprono

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What Electrical Installation II covers

In this unit, you will be able to confidently plan and carry out safe, accurate electrical installations, from interpreting design drawings and using the right symbols to selecting and calibrating your tools. You’ll learn how to follow industry standards, report and respond to incidents, and communicate changes clearly with your team. By the end, you’ll be ready to turn technical plans into real, working electrical systems—making you a valuable and reliable member of any electrical installation crew.

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Careers after Electrical Installation II

Mastering Electrical Installation II opens the door to a vibrant career in Kenya's growing electrical and construction sectors. The skills you gain here are essential for ensuring safe, efficient, and professional electrical work that powers homes, businesses, and industries across the country.

  • Jua Kali Sector: Many artisans and small-scale electrical contractors rely on these skills to install and maintain electrical systems in residential and commercial buildings, earning income through self-employment or contracts.
  • County Government Works: Skilled electricians are needed in county government projects for public infrastructure, street lighting, and maintenance of public buildings, providing stable employment opportunities.
  • KenGen and Energy Companies: Your ability to interpret design drawings and install power distribution circuits is crucial in power generation and distribution companies like KenGen, where safety and precision are paramount.
  • Matatu Industry and Transport Sector: Electrical installation skills help maintain and upgrade vehicle electrical systems, including lighting and security systems, supporting the vital matatu transport industry.
  • Construction Sites and Real Estate Development: Construction companies require electricians who can read and implement electrical plans correctly to ensure buildings meet safety and quality standards.
  • Agribusiness and KTDA: Modern farms and tea factories increasingly depend on reliable electrical installations for irrigation, processing, and storage systems, creating opportunities for skilled electricians.
  • Hospitality Industry: Hotels and lodges need electricians to maintain lighting, power, and safety systems, ensuring guest comfort and operational efficiency.

By mastering these skills, you not only increase your employability across diverse sectors but also empower yourself to start your own electrical installation business, contributing to Kenya’s development while securing your financial future. Your expertise will light up homes, power industries, and keep communities safe—making you an indispensable part of Kenya’s growth story. Keep learning, stay safe, and build a bright future!

Chapters

What Electrical Installation II covers: 40 main topics in 6 chapters

1. Apply EHS Standards

  1. 1.1 Meaning of term PPE
  2. 1.2 Purpose of PPE
  3. 1.3 Types of PPE
  4. 1.4 Safe and correct handling, use, maintenance and storage of different types of PPE
  5. 1.5 Classes of fires and fire fighting equipment
  6. 1.6 First aid procedures
  7. 1.7 Methods of resuscitation

2. Prepare working drawings

  1. 2.1 Meaning of working drawings
  2. 2.2 Types of Working drawings
  3. 2.3 Identification and care of drawing instruments and equipment
  4. 2.4 Identification of drawing paper sizes
  5. 2.5 Drawing various types of lines
  6. 2.6 Drawing title block
  7. 2.7 Drawing standard electrical symbols
  8. 2.8 Conversion of scales

3. Assemble tools, equipment & materials

  1. 3.1 Classification of tools
  2. 3.2 Use, care and maintenance of tools
  3. 3.3 Identification of materials
  4. 3.4 Specification of tools, equipment and materials
  5. 3.5 Reuse and Disposal of materials
  6. 3.6 Bill of Quantities (BOQ)
  7. 3.7 List and assemble tools, equipment and materials
  8. 3.8 Inventory management

4. Perform electrical installation

  1. 4.1 Single phase and three phase installation
  2. 4.2 Cables and cable joints
  3. 4.3 Wiring systems and accessories
  4. 4.4 Power circuits
  5. 4.5 Cable labelling
  6. 4.6 Disposal of waste materials

5. Terminate Electrical installation

  1. 5.1 Importance of Termination
  2. 5.2 Cable Labelling
  3. 5.3 Cable Lugging
  4. 5.4 Tools Used in Cable Termination
  5. 5.5 IEE Regulations
  6. 5.6 Disposal of Waste Materials

6. Inspect and test installation

  1. 6.1 Types of Tests
  2. 6.2 Earthing Points in Electrical Installation
  3. 6.3 Testing Tools
  4. 6.4 Importance of Testing
  5. 6.5 IEE Regulations

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