Electric Motors & Starters Masterclass for Beginners.

Name: Electric Motors & Starters Masterclass for Beginners.
Rating: 4.6 (8 reviews)

Learn DOL & Star-Delta Starters, Motor Control, and Fault Finding — Step-by-Step for Real Electrical Work

Created byDeon Jacobs

Last updated 5/2026

English

What you'll learn

Understand the working of Single and Three Phase Motors
Learn how to Test Electrical Motors
Understand different Starting Methods of Electrical Motors
Learn how to design Sequence Starting Circuits
Learn how to Fault Find Motor and Starter circuits.

Course content

1 section • 32 lectures • 5h 31m total length

Motor and Starter Components11:49
In this lesson you will Learn about the different components used in Motor Starters.
Operation of a Contactor7:27
In this Lesson you will learn what a Contactor is and how it works.
3 Phase Motor Test11:03
In this Lesson you will learn how to test a 3 Phase Motor.
Name Plate on a 3 Phase Motor7:49
In this Lesson you will Learn how to read and understand the Name Plate on a 3 Phase Motor.
Power Factor5:25
In this Lesson you will Learn about Power Factor in a Motor.
Motor Speed and Slip.5:41
In this Lesson you will Learn what Motor Speed is and What Slip means on a Motor.
Star Delta Motor Connections15:51
In this Lesson you will Learn how to connect the 3 Phase Motor in a Star or Delta Connection.
Direct Online Starter. (DOL)9:35
3 Phase Forward Reverse Motor Starter9:49
In this Lesson you will Learn how to use a Starter to change the direction of the Motor.
Timers7:49
In this Lesson you will Learn how different timers work and how they should get connected.
Star Delta Starter15:53
In this Lesson you will Learn how a Star Delta Starter works and how to connect it.
Forward Reverse Star Delta Starter12:26
In this Lesson you will Learn how to connect a Motor that needs to change direction to a Star Delta Starter. So we mix Forward Reverse and Star Delta Starters on a 3 Phase Motor.
Sequence Starting Main Circuit.3:54
In this Lesson you will Learn how the Main Circuit works for Sequence Starting Circuits.
Sequence Start 116:57
In this Lesson you will Learn how Sequence Starting works and how to design a Sequence Starting Circuit.
Sequence Starting 218:07
This is a second Lesson on Sequence Starting that is slightly more advanced.
Sequence Starting 3.13:57
This is the last and a more advanced Sequence Starter.
Oscillating Panel8:57
In this Lesson you will Learn how the Oscillating Panel works and how to Wire it.
DC Injection Braking5:26
In this Lesson you will Learn how to Brake a Motor using Direct Current injection.
Auto Transformer Starter.4:54
In this Lesson you will Learn how an Auto Transformer is used to reduce the Start Up Amps in a Motor Starter.
Resistance Starter.6:25
In this Lesson you will Learn how Resistors that are connected to a Slip Ring motor are used to Start a Motor.
Dual Speed Motor with Contactors.4:29
In this Lesson you will Learn how to control a Dual Speed motor with Contactors.
Dual Speed Motor with Selector Switch.5:22
In this Lesson you will Learn how to control a Dual Speed Motor with a Selector Switch.
Testing before Starting a Motor.16:03
In this Lesson you will Learn how to test your circuit for correctness before starting it.
Fault Finding a Motor Starter.21:03
In this Lesson you will Learn locate a fault on your starter.
Single Phase Motor with Capacitor Start.12:57
In this Lesson you will Learn how a Sigle Phase motor works with a Start Capacitor.
Single Phase Capacitor Run Motor4:03
In this Lesson you will Learn how a Single Phase Run Capacitor motor works.
Capacitor Start and Run Motor.8:24
In this Lesson you will Learn how a Single Phase Capacitor Start and Run Motor works.
Capacitor Start and Run Motor connected to a Lead.14:23
In this Lesson you will Learn how to connect the Single Phase Capacitor Start and Run Motor to a Lead.
Single Phase Forward Reverse Starter.7:23
In this Lesson you will Learn how to Connect a Single Phase Motor to a Forward Reverse Starter.
Connect a Cord to a Single Phase Motor.13:08
In this Lesson you will Learn how to Connect a Cord to a Single Phase Motor.
Single Phase Motor Test.12:59
In this Lesson you will Learn how to Test a Single Phase Motor.
Soft Starter and VSD12:14
In this Lesson you will Learn the difference between Soft Starters and VSD and how they get Connected.

Requirements

It is advised that you first complete the Basics of Electricity Course before attending this Motor and Starter Course

Description

Learn how electric motors, contactors, overloads, DOL starters, star-delta starters, timers and control circuits work in a clear, practical way.

This course is designed for beginners, electrical assistants, apprentices and anyone preparing for electrical trade test theory.

Stop guessing motor circuits and start understanding how they really work.

This course is designed for electricians, apprentices, and anyone serious about real electrical skills — not just theory.

Whether you’re preparing for a trade test, improving your job prospects, or learning from scratch, this course gives you step-by-step, practical training you can actually use.

What You’ll Learn:

How electric motors work (made simple)
* Direct Online (DOL) starters explained
* Star-Delta starters step-by-step
* Forward & reverse motor control
* How to read and understand wiring diagrams
* Fault finding using real techniques

Why This Course Is Different:

* Practical, real-world training
* No unnecessary theory
* Easy-to-follow video lessons
* Learn at your own pace
* Certificate of completion

Who This Course Is For:

Electricians & apprentices
Maintenance technicians
Beginners wanting real skills
Anyone preparing for electrical trade tests

Enroll today and take control of motors & starters with confidence.

This course is built to give you the confidence to work with motors and starters in real-world situations. You will not only understand how systems operate, but also how to diagnose problems quickly and accurately. By the end, you’ll have practical skills that set you apart and make you more valuable in any electrical environment.

Who this course is for:

Anyone with Electrical knowledge that wants to upskill themselves.
Anyone who wants to prepare themselves for an Electrical Trade Test.
Electricians who want a refresher course.