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The document outlines essential principles of electricity that architects should grasp, emphasizing the importance of calculating electricity demand and adhering to norms in India. It discusses the roles of transformers, switchgears, and the design considerations for substations, as well as the differences between distribution systems. Additionally, it covers wiring preferences, fixture placements, and the significance of separating low and high-voltage systems for safety and efficiency.

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The document outlines essential principles of electricity that architects should grasp, emphasizing the importance of calculating electricity demand and adhering to norms in India. It discusses the roles of transformers, switchgears, and the design considerations for substations, as well as the differences between distribution systems. Additionally, it covers wiring preferences, fixture placements, and the significance of separating low and high-voltage systems for safety and efficiency.

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Electrical & Lighting | BARC-04008

Module 1: Electric Services

1. What are the basic principles of electricity that architects should understand?
2. Why is it important to calculate electricity demand for a building?
3. What norms and standards are used in India for electrical load calculations?
4. What is the role of transformers in a building's high-side electrical system?
5. How do switchgears contribute to the safety and efficiency of electrical systems?
6. What are the key considerations when designing a substation layout at the site level?
7. What is the difference between radial and ring distribution systems?
8. How does the choice of single-phase or three-phase distribution impact building
design?
9. Why is it important to balance electrical loads in a distribution network?
10. What are the advantages of concealed wiring over surface wiring?
11. What factors influence the placement of main and sub-distribution boards in a
building?
12. How do PVC conduits differ from metal conduits in terms of application and
aesthetics?
13. Why is copper preferred over aluminum for residential wiring?
14. How does the placement of switches and sockets affect the functionality of a space?
15. What are IP-rated fixtures, and why are they important for wet areas like bathrooms?
16. What factors should be considered when choosing breakers and joints for a building?
17. How do modular switches enhance the aesthetics and functionality of interiors?
18. Why is it important to separate low-voltage (data and telephone) and high-voltage
wiring?
19. What is the role of centralized hubs in modern data and telephone systems?
20. How does proper planning of electrical fixtures improve both safety and aesthetics in
a building?

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