Professional Diploma in Industrial Electrical Systems

Duration: 8 Weeks | Learning Mode: Live Online + Practical Labs | Award: City College Dublin Professional Diploma

Our Professional Diploma in Industrial Electrical Systems is designed to provide learners with the practical knowledge and troubleshooting skills required to work with modern industrial electrical systems used across manufacturing, pharmaceutical, semiconductor, data centre, and engineering environments.

This industry-focused programme combines online theory sessions with hands-on practical laboratory training, enabling learners to develop competence in electrical safety, motor control systems, electrical fault finding, testing equipment, and industrial maintenance practices.

The programme is suitable for technicians, maintenance personnel, engineers, production operators, and anyone seeking to develop electrical skills for industrial environments.

Learning Mode

Live Online + Practical Labs

Delivered through a blended format combining online theory classes and on-campus practical workshops.

• Tuesday evening online classes (6:00 PM – 8:30 PM)
• Saturday practical lab sessions (9:00 AM – 5:00 PM)
• 8-week duration
• Approximately 60% practical learning

Fees: €950

Qualification

Professional Diploma in Industrial Electrical Systems

Awarded by City College Dublin upon successful completion of the programme.

Course Structure

The programme combines theoretical instruction with extensive hands-on practical training.

Theory Topics

• Electrical safety and Lock-Out Tag-Out (LOTO) procedures
• Relays, contactors, timers, MCBs and RCBOs
• Emergency stop and safety relay circuits
• AC power fundamentals and power factor correction
• AC generator principles
• Single-phase and three-phase motor operation
• Star and delta motor configurations
• Motor control and forward/reverse circuits
• Servo and stepper motor systems
• Electrical testing and measurement techniques
• Electrical fault diagnosis and troubleshooting

Practical Training

• Industrial electrical rig exercises
• Motor control systems
• Circuit testing and analysis
• Fault-finding exercises
• Use of industry-standard test equipment including Fluke multimeters
• Real-world manufacturing and maintenance scenarios

Who Is This Course For?

This programme is suitable for:

• Maintenance technicians and engineers
• Manufacturing and production personnel
• Facilities and utilities technicians
• Equipment maintenance professionals
• Individuals seeking to develop industrial electrical skills
• Professionals working in pharma, semiconductor, data centre, and engineering sectors

No formal electrician qualification is required.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion, learners will be able to:

• Understand industrial electrical safety requirements
• Interpret electrical diagrams and control circuits
• Troubleshoot electrical and motor control systems
• Use electrical test equipment effectively
• Diagnose and resolve common electrical faults
• Apply electrical maintenance skills in industrial environments
• Support equipment installation, commissioning, and maintenance activities

Practical Laboratory Experience

Learners gain hands-on experience using custom-designed industrial training rigs developed by industry experts.

Practical sessions include:

• Single-phase and three-phase systems
• Motor control circuits
• Variable speed drive applications
• Electrical measurement and diagnostics
• Industrial fault-finding exercises

Career Opportunities

This programme supports progression into roles including:

• Maintenance Technician
• Electrical Technician
• Facilities Technician
• Manufacturing Technician
• Production Support Engineer
• Equipment Maintenance Specialist
• Commissioning Technician

Industries include:

• Manufacturing
• Pharmaceutical
• Semiconductor
• Data Centres
• Construction & Engineering Services

Why Choose This Course?

✔️ Industry-focused practical training
✔️ Live online theory with hands-on workshops
✔️ Learn electrical fault-finding and troubleshooting skills
✔️ Suitable for both technical and non-electrical professionals
✔️ Custom-built industrial training equipment
✔️ Taught by experienced industry practitioners
✔️ Supports career progression in manufacturing and engineering sectors

Location & Start Date

Start Date: Tuesday 2nd June 2026

Delivery Format:
• Live Online Theory Classes
• On-Campus Practical Labs (Dublin 2)

Duration: 8 Weeks

Fee: €950