12 vocabulary about electric engineering program terms
This glossary contains the words that a students in engineering electric can use
analyzer
it refers to a device or instrument used to measure, test, or evaluate electrical signals or components. It helps analyze various electrical parameters such as voltage, current, frequency, impedance, and waveform characteristics.
Example: The technician used a spectrum analyzer to check the frequency distribution of the electrical signal.
fr: analyseur
current
noun
the flow of electric charge through a conductor, such as a wire or circuit, when a potential difference (voltage) is applied.
fr: courant
denude
verb
strip (something) of its covering, possessions, or assets; make bare.
"almost overnight the Arctic was denuded of animals"
Example: The technician had to denude the circuit board of any excess components before performing the repair.
fr: denuder
electric safety
noun
Electrical safety refers to the practices, precautions, and measures taken to prevent electrical hazards that could lead to injury, death, or damage.
Example: Imagine you're using several high-power devices, like a microwave and a space heater, on the same circuit in your home. If you overload the circuit by drawing too much current, the wires could overheat, potentially causing a fire. A circuit breaker is designed to automatically shut off the power when it detects that the current exceeds a safe level, preventing overheating and reducing the risk of fire.
fr: sécurité électrique
energy
noun
the capacity to do work or produce change.
Example: The energy stored in the battery powers the device for several hours before it needs recharging.
fr: energie
power
noun
Power is the rate at which energy is transferred, used, or converted. It is commonly measured in watts (W)
Example: The power of the motor determines how quickly it can do work, like lifting an object.
fr: puissance
power supply
it means a device or system that provides electrical energy to a circuit or system. It converts electrical energy from a source,
Example: The power supply of the laptop is faulty and needs to be replaced with a new one to ensure proper charging.
fr: alimentation électrique
protection
noun
protection refers to methods, devices, or systems designed to safeguard electrical circuits, components, and equipment from damage caused by factors such as excessive current, voltage, temperature, or short circuits.
Example: The device is equipped with overcurrent protection to prevent damage if there’s a power surge.
fr: protection
resistor
noun
A resistor is an electronic component that resists the flow of electric current, creating a voltage drop. It is used to control the current in a circuit and is typically measured in ohms (Ω).
Example: he resistor in the circuit limits the amount of current flowing through the LED, preventing it from burning out
fr: resistance
shematic
noun
it means a visual representation of an electrical circuit. It uses symbols to represent various electrical components (like resistors, capacitors, transistors, etc.) and shows how they are connected together. The schematic does not represent the physical layout of the circuit but instead focuses on how components are electrically connected.
Example: For example, in a simple schematic, a resistor might be represented by a zigzag line, a capacitor by two parallel lines, and a power source by a symbol that looks like a battery. These symbols are standardized, so anyone familiar with schematics can understand the diagram.
fr: schématique
solder
verb
to unite or make whole by solder
telecommunication
noun
it refers to the transmission of information over long distances using electronic means, such as telephones, radio, television, or the internet. It involves the exchange of data, voice, or video between individuals or systems.
Example: The internet and mobile phones are modern telecommunication technologies that connect people worldwide
