Electrical Engeneering - Bachelor's Degree

​ELECTRICAL ENGENEERING

2025/2026 - Licence pro CAIE - By N Vancouvert

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering – Specialization in Electrical Installation Project Management (CAIE)

SUMMARY

Engenireering

What is electrical engineering?

What sector can electrical engeneering cover?

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Electrical problems

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Engineering is the application of scientific, mathematical, and technical principles to design, build, and maintain structures, machines, systems, and processes that solve practical problems.

In other words:

• Engineers use science and technology to create solutions.

• It involves designing and improving things like bridges, machines, electrical systems, software, and industrial processes.

• The goal is to make products and systems

  safe, efficient, and useful.

Engineering

​What is electrical engineering?

Electrical Engineering is the branch of engineering that deals with the study, design, and application of systems and devices that use electricity, electronics, and electromagnetism.

(electric power plants, transformers, grids)

​​Power generation and distribution

​What sector can electrical engeneering cover?

(circuits, semiconductors, microcontrollers)

Electronics

(automation, robotics)

Control systems

(CPUs, memory, input/output systems, embedded Systems

Computer design

(signal processing, communication networks)

Telecommunications

(motors, generators)

Electrical machines

​Futher...

In recent years, the electronic computer field has
emerged as the largest application of electronical
engineering.
However, another very large field is concerned with
electric light and power and their applications.
Specialities within the field include the design,
manufacture, and use of turbines, generators, transmission lines, transformers, motors, lighting systems, and appliances.

Multiple Choice

What is the main purpose of engineering?

• To study natural sciences only

• To apply scientific and technical principles to solve practical problems

• To write computer programs exclusively

• To repair machines only

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes engineering?

• Designing and building systems using science and technology

• Observing nature without creating solutions

• Selling industrial products

• Managing financial accounts

Multiple Choice

What does Electrical Engineering mainly deal with?

• The study of chemical reactions

• The design and application of electricity

• Building bridges and roads. Writing software programs

• The design and application of systems using electricity, electronics, and electromagnetism

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a typical area of Electrical Engineering?

• Power generation and distribution

• Digital circuit design

• Civil construction

• Signal processing

Multiple Choice

Electrical engineers often work on:

• Managing project budgets for electrical installations.
• Conducting market research for electrical products.
• Designing and testing electrical systems and components.
• Building software applications for electrical devices.

Multiple Choice

What is an example of an application of Electrical Engineering in industry?

• Developing automated production lines

• Creation of software for data analysis in finance.
• Implementation of mechanical systems in automotive design.
• Management of human resources in corporate environments.

Multiple Choice

Which technologies are commonly associated with Electrical Engineering?

• software development, data analysis, machine learning
• Circuit design, power systems, control systems, telecommunications, electronics, renewable energy systems.
• biomedical devices, structural engineering, environmental science
• automotive technology, aerospace engineering, chemical processes

Electrical problems

Electrical problems can be avoided by always using the right devices and taking appropriate measures for electrical protection.

A Ground Fault

Overcurrent

Overload

Short circuit

​A short circuit in electrical engineering occurs when an unexpected connection is made between two points in a circuit, resulting in a path with very low resistance. This results in high current flow, which can damage components or cause a circuit breaker to trip, cutting off the flow of energy.

Multiple Choice

How can electrical problems be avoided?

• By always using the wrong devices and not taking appropriate measures for electrical protection.

• Overloading circuits and neglecting safety protocols.
• Using outdated wiring and avoiding inspections.
• Regular maintenance and proper usage of electrical systems.

Multiple Choice

What happens when current is above safe levels?

• Current above safe levels can enhance performance.
• Current above safe levels has no effect on devices.
• Current above safe levels can improve efficiency.
• Current above safe levels can cause overheating and damage.

Multiple Choice

What is a short circuit?

• A method to increase electrical resistance in a circuit.
• An electrical device that stores energy for later use.
• A type of circuit that only allows one path for current.
• A fault in an electrical circuit causing unintended current flow.

Multiple Choice

What is an overcurrent?

• An overcurrent refers to a voltage spike in a circuit.
• An overcurrent is a condition where the current exceeds the safe limit in an electrical circuit.

• An overcurrent is a type of electrical insulation failure.
• An overcurrent is when the circuit is completely open.

Fill in the Blanks

When electricity unintentionally travels to ground instead of its normal path back to its source, it is called: ...

Multiple Choice

When does an overcurrent happen?

• An overcurrent happens when the current exceeds the rated capacity of a circuit.
• An overcurrent occurs when the load is too low for the circuit.
• An overcurrent happens when the circuit is completely disconnected.
• An overcurrent occurs when the voltage drops below the threshold.