Course Modules

Module 1: Electrical Safety and Basic Principles

• Electricity fundamentals and dangers

• Common circuit issues and protection devices

• Safety gear and tools

• Workshop: Create a household circuit safety checklist

Module 2: Basic Electrical Installations and Repairs

• Wiring light bulbs, sockets, and switches

• Troubleshooting blown fuses

• Safe use of power tools

• Exercise: Replace a faulty socket and rewire a switch

Module 3: Mechanical Repairs in Low-Income Housing

• Fixing door hinges, locks, and latches

• Tap and pipe fitting adjustments

• Lubrication and adjustment techniques

• Workshop: Repair a broken window and stuck tap simulation

Module 4: Inspection and Troubleshooting Techniques

• Identifying signs of wear and malfunction

• Using basic diagnostic tools

• Reporting and documentation

• Simulation: Conduct a home inspection and write a maintenance report

Module 5: Building a Local Repair Network and Awareness

• Forming repair groups in the community

• Safety and service pricing guidelines

• Maintenance education for residents

• Exercise: Draft a repair service and awareness plan for a housing block